The Home Depot

Online Data Engineer Manager

The Home Depot • $120K — $150K *
Atlanta, GA 30349In-Person
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in data engineering or related role
  • Demonstrated proficiency in data modeling, mining, and analysis
  • Strong leadership and mentoring skills
  • Experience managing team dynamics and performance
  • Mastery in writing SQL queries and building ETL pipelines
  • Proficient with Python and data integration tools (e.g., Google BigQuery)
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; Master's preferred

Responsibilities

  • Lead a team of Data Engineers by mentoring and evaluating performance
  • Manage project priorities and resource allocation effectively
  • Collaborate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Develop strategic initiatives and identify new business opportunities
  • Guide project teams in the design and development of applications
  • Utilize advanced analytics for predictive insights
  • Foster an environment of continuous improvement and innovation

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Collaborative work environment prioritizing team engagement
  • Possibility of working on high-impact projects across departments
  • Access to latest technologies and data tools
  • Flexible working conditions and travel opportunities
Full Job Description
Position Purpose:

Online Data Engineer teams at The Home Depot translate business requirements and build the infrastructure needed to capture customer data. They acquire datasets that align with business needs and develop algorithms to transform data into useful, actionable information. Additionally, they build, test, and maintain database pipeline architectures. They create new data validation methods and data analysis tools. Data Engineers develop application programming interfaces (APIs) to retrieve data. Our Data Engineers develop, host, and maintain in-house enterprise solutions to improve reliability and confidence through monitoring, continually testing, and validating the products we support. These associates use big-data techniques to cleanse, organize and transform data and to maintain, defend and update data structures and integrity on an automated basis.

The Online Data Engineer Manager position is responsible for managing a team and processes related to the development of advanced analytics to support the Company's strategic objectives. This position is responsible for prioritizing requests and managing a product roadmap. Additionally, the communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences. Online Data Engineer Managers provide data architecture that is flexible, scalable and consistent for cross-functional use and align to stakeholder business requirements.

Key Responsibilities:
  • 40% - People Management & Team Leadership - Provide leadership, mentorship and coaching to Data Engineers (individual contributors) and evaluate performance, execution, and contribution; Attract, retain and develop top talent to build an effective and high performing team; Support team in development of business knowledge and technical skills with clear plans and regular assessment of progress; Ensure appropriate processes and job-specific requirements are properly documented; Develop onboarding and training plan for both technical and soft skills that will ensure high level of capabilities within the team; Manage resources effectively to align with strategic initiatives and business needs; Foster collaboration with team members to develop a supportive and engaged team; Support team in the design and development of algorithms and models to use against large datasets to create business insights; Drive team's results and celebrate accomplishments.
  • 25% - Project Management & Team Support - Prioritize and assign projects by striking a balance between a variety of factors, like funding, return on investment, innovative or challenging work, among others; Manage programs for the team to ensure consistency of execution, balance of resources and quality solutions; Collaborate with program managers and business partners to align on objectives and expectations and ensure project teams deliver against them; Serve as escalation point for any issues or difficulties with specific projects; Provide executive updates to leaders at all levels of the organization on program effectiveness, team accomplishments, summary of findings and recommended solution, and explain internal and external impacts.
  • 15% - Strategy & Business Development - Leverage extensive business knowledge and relationships to seek out new business opportunities to leverage and advocate for team's skills; Effectively develop trust and collaboration with internal customers and cross-functional teams; Ensure alignment with IT support model, collaboration, tools and governance to enable the team to be most effective in executing their roles; Collaborate with other data team managers across the organization to establish high level strategy and optimize talent management.
  • 20% - Technical Exploration & Development - Guide and direct project teams in the requirements gathering, design, and development of complex applications/programs; Drive analytics teams to get matured in predictive and prescriptive analytics; Network with both academic and industry experts to further the application of advanced analytics to business problem.


Direct Manager/Direct Reports:
  • This position reports to the Senior Manager or Above
  • This position has 3-4 direct reports


Travel Requirements:
  • Typically requires overnight travel 5% to 20% of the time.


Physical Requirements:
  • Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions, there may be a need to move or lift light articles.


Working Conditions:
  • Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.


Minimum Qualifications:
  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
  • Experience managing and growing team members in a professional setting
  • Demonstrated proficiency in guiding more junior team members through data modeling, mining, and data analysis


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Masters in a quantitative field (Analytics, Computer Science, Math, Physics, Statistics, etc.) or relevant work experience
  • Previous people or project team management experience
  • Mastery of writing SQL queries against a relational/column-based database
  • Proficient building ETL/data pipelines
  • Mastery of a modern scripting language (preferably Python)
  • Proficient stitching and maintaining data from multiple sources using tools like Google BigQuery and Python
  • *NOTE: Below qualifications may be team specific
  • Experience with JavaScript, Front-end development frameworks (React, Nucleus), and QA apps (Retina, KPI Shield, Alert Goose) [John's Team]
  • Ability to produce tags for site data [John's Team]
  • Experience engineer and automate data flows pipelines (using tools like PySpark, AirFlow, or DataProc)
  • Knowledge of optimizing pipeline run time and lowering the cost on slots/storage consumption


Minimum Education:
  • The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.


Preferred Education:
  • The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a master's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.


Minimum Years of Work Experience:
  • 6


Preferred Years of Work Experience:
  • 6


Minimum Leadership Experience:
  • No previous leadership experience


Preferred Leadership Experience:
  • 1+ year of previous leadership experience


Certifications:
  • None


Competencies:
  • Decision Quality
  • Collaborates
  • Drives Engagement
  • Ensures Accountability
  • Plans and Aligns
  • Communicates Effectively
  • Customer Focus
  • Develops Talent
  • Drives Results
  • Manages Conflict

About The Home Depot

The Home Depot is a home improvement retailing company that combines its physical stores with an online presence to provide customers with innovative products at great value. The company specializes in the fields of retail, home improvement, and customer service. The Home Depot was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.

The Home Depot Careers

Join the vibrant team at The Home Depot, the largest home improvement retailer in the U.S., where your career can flourish in an environment ripe with opportunities for growth and innovation. As a market leader, The Home Depot offers a variety of job opportunities that allow professionals to thrive in a culture that values leadership, diversity, and professional development. Work You’ll Do At The Home Depot, you’ll be part of a team that’s committed to helping homeowners, builders, and do-it-yourselfers bring their visions to life. Our extensive range of job opportunities spans from store operations to supply chain management, from IT to marketing. No matter where you start, you’ll be doing work that matters, impacting our customers' lives and experiences. Transform Your Career Step into a role within The Home Depot and join a network of over 400,000 associates who are as passionate about building their careers as they are about helping our customers. Leadership at The Home Depot means continuous improvement, embracing diversity, and fostering a culture of inclusion and respect that makes us stronger. Innovate with Us Innovation isn’t just a buzzword at The Home Depot; it’s the backbone of how we do business. We are constantly seeking out new technologies and tools to improve every aspect of our operations, from logistics to customer service. Join us, and bring your unique perspective and skills to a team that’s setting the standard for excellence in the retail industry. Grow and Develop The Home Depot is committed to the growth and development of its associates through robust training programs, leadership workshops, and opportunities for advancement. Whether you’re looking for a part-time position or a full-time career, The Home Depot nurtures your professional growth every step of the way. Internship Programs Dive into the professional world through The Home Depot’s internship programs, which offer a dynamic environment to gain hands-on experience and develop critical skills in various business areas. Our internships provide a platform to connect with leaders and peers, enhancing your resume and preparing you for future employment. Benefits and Culture Choosing to start your career at The Home Depot means more than just securing a job. It means you gain access to unparalleled benefits that support your life and well-being, from health insurance to educational assistance. Our commitment to employees is reflected in our open, supportive culture where everyone’s voice is heard, and every team member’s contribution is valued. Join Our Team Ready to take the next step in your career? Explore the wide range of positions available at The Home Depot, where we’re hiring passionate, curious, and innovative team players. Search open positions that match your skills and interests on our Jobs page. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest career tips, company news, and industry insights—all from the people who work here. Subscribe to our Careers Blog and personalize your subscription to receive updates that align with your career interests and goals. At The Home Depot, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer careers that make a difference. Join us, and be a part of something bigger as we continue to invest in your future and our shared success.
Learn more about The Home Depot
Size
490,600 employees
Market Cap
$323 billion
Industry
Retail & Consumer Goods
Net Income
$12.8 billion
Founded
1978
5 Year Trend
+9.8%
Revenue
$132.1 billion
NASDAQ
HD
* Ladders Estimates

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