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Overview
Amazon is seeking a Data Engineering Manager to lead the technical evolution of an enterprise analytics platform for Whole Foods Market. You'll manage a team responsible for system reliability and operational excellence, utilizing AWS, PostgreSQL, and Redshift. This role requires strong leadership and technical skills in data engineering.
Job Description
Who you are
You have 5+ years of experience in data engineering, with a proven track record of leading teams and managing complex data platforms. Your expertise in AWS services and database management systems like PostgreSQL and Redshift enables you to drive technical improvements and ensure system reliability. You understand the intricacies of ETL processes and have experience in managing large-scale data operations that serve critical business functions.
You possess strong leadership skills and have successfully managed teams of engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. Your ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional teams allows you to balance operational excellence with strategic platform evolution. You are detail-oriented and committed to maintaining high standards of security compliance and system performance.
Desirable
Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems is a plus, as is familiarity with business intelligence reporting tools. You are comfortable navigating complex technical challenges and have a proactive approach to problem-solving. Your background in finance, merchandising, or supply chain operations will help you understand the business context of the systems you manage.
What you'll do
As the Data Engineering Manager, you will lead an 8-person engineering team responsible for the ownership and technical evolution of a mission-critical enterprise analytics platform. You will oversee platform operations, ensuring system reliability and continuous improvement of the ERP system that supports over 1,600 active users across various business-critical applications. Your role will involve managing end-to-end platform health, including 24/7 incident response and production support.
You will collaborate closely with senior leadership across Finance, Merchandising, Pricing, and Supply Chain to drive technical improvements while maintaining zero disruption to business operations. Your responsibilities will include architectural evolution and strategic modernization initiatives that align with Amazon's technology standards. You will serve as the technical authority for a platform processing millions of rows of data daily through complex ETL pipelines.
In this high-visibility role, you will be accountable for systems that power month-end financial close, real-time pricing decisions, promotional planning, and executive KPIs. You will ensure business continuity for Whole Foods Market's most critical operational systems, balancing operational excellence with strategic platform evolution.
What we offer
Amazon offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including opportunities for professional growth and development. You will work in a collaborative environment that values innovation and encourages you to take ownership of your projects. Join us in making a significant impact on the operational efficiency of Whole Foods Market and enhancing the customer experience through data-driven decision-making.
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