Manager, Data Strategy and Engineering

A world-class entertainment and technological leader that creates and delivers unforgettable experiences across theme parks, resorts, movies, and various businesses.
$167,700 - $235,700
Data
Staff Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
8+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Entertainment

Description For Manager, Data Strategy and Engineering

The Walt Disney Company is seeking a Manager of Data Strategy and Engineering to lead their Global Information Security (GIS) team's data initiatives. This role sits at the intersection of data engineering and cybersecurity, requiring both technical expertise and leadership skills.

The position involves leading the development and execution of security data strategy while ensuring scalability, security, and performance of data systems. You'll be working within the Enterprise Technology mission, which focuses on delivering technology solutions that align with business strategies while enabling enterprise efficiency and promoting cross-company collaborative innovation.

As the Manager, you'll oversee a team of data engineers and analysts, leading the development of data management strategies, governance policies, and best practices. The role requires expertise in data infrastructure, pipeline development, and automation, with a strong focus on security and compliance in the cybersecurity domain.

Key responsibilities include supervising team members, managing data infrastructure, developing ETL processes, establishing data quality standards, and ensuring compliance with security requirements. You'll collaborate with various stakeholders to understand data requirements and deliver effective solutions.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years of experience in data management or engineering, with expertise in data technologies including ETL processes, SQL, data lakes, and cloud platforms. Strong knowledge of data storage platforms and scripting languages is essential. Leadership experience and cybersecurity domain knowledge are highly valued.

Disney offers a competitive compensation package, with a salary range of $167,700 to $235,700 depending on location, plus comprehensive benefits including medical insurance, 401k, and equity opportunities. This role provides an unique opportunity to work at the intersection of data engineering and cybersecurity while contributing to the magic of Disney's entertainment empire.

Join a team that enables the world's leading entertainment company to create unforgettable experiences while maintaining robust data security practices. You'll be part of an organization that values innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence, all while working on systems that help protect Disney's vast digital assets.

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Responsibilities For Manager, Data Strategy and Engineering

  • Lead the development and implementation of data management strategies and governance policies
  • Supervise and mentor a team of data engineers, analysts, and architects
  • Oversee the design and maintenance of scalable data systems and databases
  • Manage the development and optimization of ETL processes and data pipelines
  • Establish data quality standards and work with stakeholders to ensure compliance
  • Partner with internal teams to understand data requirements
  • Maintain comprehensive documentation on data architecture
  • Ensure all data management practices adhere to security standards

Requirements For Manager, Data Strategy and Engineering

Python
MySQL
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in data management, development or engineering fields
  • Expertise in data management technologies, including ETL processes, data architecture, SQL, data lakes, and cloud platforms
  • Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash, PowerShell) and automation tools
  • Strong knowledge of data storage platforms such as Elasticsearch, RDS and MySQL
  • Experience managing data products for cybersecurity teams
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software, Electrical or Electronics Engineering, or comparable field

Benefits For Manager, Data Strategy and Engineering

Medical Insurance
401k
Equity
  • Medical Insurance
  • 401k
  • Equity

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