Job Title: Manager, Data Engineering 

Location: State College, PA or Remote 

Reports To: Sr Director, Data and Weather Technology 

FLSA: Exempt

About AccuWeather

AccuWeather is recognized and documented as the most accurate source of weather forecasts and warnings in the world, has saved more than 10,000 thousands lives, prevented 100,000 injuries, and saved tens of billions of dollars in property damage.

With global headquarters in State College, Pennsylvania; a severe weather center in Wichita, Kansas; and offices in New York City and elsewhere around the world, AccuWeather serves more than 1.5 billion people daily to help them better plan their activities and get more out of their day and keep their families safer through innovative digital media properties, such as AccuWeather.com and mobile, as well as radio, television, newspapers, digital out-of-home, the 24/7 AccuWeather Network channel and AccuWeather NOW streaming service. Additionally, AccuWeather produces and further serves more than half the Fortune 100 companies and thousands of businesses and distributes news, weather content, and video for more than 180,000 third-party websites.

Position Summary:

To support AccuWeather’s continued focus on innovation and generating superior weather products, we are seeking an ambitious leader to take on the role of Manager for our Data Engineering Team, with a specific emphasis on exceptional people and project management skills. As the Manager, you will lead a dynamic team of data engineers, overseeing projects, fostering team collaboration, and ensuring the successful execution of data initiatives. This role requires a strong combination of technical acumen, leadership capabilities, and a passion for cultivating a high-performing team. 

Key Responsibilities:

1. Team Leadership: Provide effective leadership and mentorship to the Data Engineering Team.
2. Project Management: Support project management for data engineering initiatives, ensuring timelines, objectives, and quality standards are met using agile/kanban.
3. Resource Planning: Efficiently allocate resources, manage workloads, and ensure the team's capacity aligns with project demands.
4. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with other teams across the organization to understand business requirements and translate them into actionable data engineering projects.
5. Performance Reviews: Conduct regular performance reviews, provide constructive feedback, and support the professional development of team members.
6. Stakeholder Communication: Effectively communicate project status, risks, and timelines to stakeholders, fostering transparency and alignment with organizational goals.

Qualifications:

1. Educational Background: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related Science or Technology field.
2. Experience:
   • Proven experience (2 years) in leading and managing data engineering teams.
   • Strong background in data engineering, ETL processes, and project management.
3. Leadership Skills:
   • Excellent leadership and team management skills.
   • Ability to inspire, motivate, and develop a high-performing team.
4. Project Management: Demonstrated success in project management, including planning, execution, and delivery.
5. Communication Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
6. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on efficiency and project success.
7. Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing priorities and navigate through ambiguity.
8. People Development: Proven experience in coaching and developing team members to enhance their skills and career growth.

Advantages:

• Project management certifications (e.g., PMP, Agile).
• Knowledge of meteorological data.
• Previous experience in a leadership role focused on people and project management.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive healthcare and dental benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan with 50% company match.
• A collaborative work environment

Commitment to Diversity:

AccuWeather is committed to diversity and encourages all qualified candidates to apply. We are an equal-opportunity employer.

If you are a highly motivated, organized, and dynamic professional with the skills and experience to excel in this role, we invite you to join our team and make a significant impact on our organization's success.

Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your qualifications and interest in this role to Human.Resources@accuweather.com