Data Engineering Manager - Remote at Sentara… · Virginia…

Data Engineering Manager - Remote Location: Virginia Beach, VA City/State Virginia Beach, VA Work Shift First (Days) Overview: Sentara is hiring a Data Engineering Manager! This position is fully remote! Overview Define technical architecture to include development tools and methodologies for new technology solutions across the enterprise. Provide technology, application and data management strategies that ensure web, portal and/or analytics systems meet customer expectations and interoperate with internally developed as well as vendor-supplied systems hosted locally or in the cloud. Provide education and mentor development staff in new technology tools and methodologies. Lead definition of requirements for training curriculum of software developers. Lead senior technical staff to design application and web integration aspects of new internally developed as well as procured solutions. Key Responsibilities Design and build a metadata-driven file ingestion framework on Databricks aligned with medallion architecture Lead onboarding of datasets using pattern-based ingestion (not one-off pipelines) Define and enforce data contracts including schema, keys, and data quality rules Implement scalable ingestion patterns supporting header / no-header / schema evolution scenarios Drive table-driven configuration model to eliminate dependency on static YAML-based onboarding Integrate ingestion framework with governance tools (e.g., DataHub) for lineage, discovery, and ownership Ensure strong data quality, auditability, and observability through centralized logging and control tables Collaborate with business and source system teams to understand data semantics and define keys Establish best practices for file ingestion, schema management, and incremental processing Lead vendor teams to ensure delivery aligns with target architecture and platform standards Education A bachelor's degree in computer science (Required) 15 years of experience in a complex computing environment may be considered in lieu of degree. Certification/Licensure No specific certification or licensure requirements Experience 7 years of experience in information technology (Required) 4 years or more of experience in project management (Required) 8+ years in data engineering with strong experience in modern data platforms (Azure preferred) Hands-on expertise in Databricks and PySpark for large-scale data processing Strong understanding of medallion architecture (Bronze / Silver / Gold) Experience designing metadata-driven or configuration-driven data pipelines Deep knowledge of data ingestion patterns (batch, file-based, incremental loads) Strong experience with data modeling concepts (keys, SCD, merge strategies) Experience implementing data quality frameworks and validation rules Proficiency in SQL and distributed data processing concepts Experience with Azure Data Lake Storage (ADLS) and file-based ingestion patterns Familiarity with CI/CD, Git, and deployment practices in data engineering Experience with data catalog and governance tools (DataHub, Collibra, Alation, etc.) Exposure to customer 360 / MDM / CRM data integration (Salesforce, Dynamics, etc.) Experience working in healthcare or regulated environments (HIPAA, PHI handling) Familiarity with Unity Catalog and data access governance models Experience integrating data platforms with workflow tools like ServiceNow for access management Exposure to event-driven ingestion patterns (file triggers, streaming, etc.) Experience working in large-scale migration or modernization programs Strong stakeholder management experience working with business, architecture, and vendor teams Experience working in large-scale enterprise data platforms Experience enabling self-service data access and governance Familiarity with API-driven data integration patterns We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay rate for full-time employment is: $116, 729.60 - $216,777.60.  Additional compensation may be available for this role such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. #LI-DS1 Talroo-IT Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career • Medical, Dental, Vision plans • Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000 • Paid Time Off and Sick Leave • Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave • Emergency Backup Care • Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans • Life Insurance • 401k/403B with Employer Match • Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education • Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000 • Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development •Pet Insurance •Legal Resources Plan •Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met. Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves. In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment. For positions that are available as remote work,Sentara Health employs associates in the following states: Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.