DR Horton

Senior Data Engineer

DR Horton$100K — $130K *
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, or a related field required.
  • 5-8 years of professional data engineering experience, with expertise in data architecture and pipeline projects.
  • Proven ability to lead complex technical projects through to production, managing teams and stakeholders.
  • Skilled in guiding junior engineers while also meeting personal project deadlines.

Responsibilities

  • Architect and implement end-to-end data pipelines from diverse sources.
  • Design comprehensive data models across multiple business domains.
  • Lead initiatives to solve complex data challenges across departments.
  • Identify and resolve systemic data quality issues with monitoring frameworks.
  • Define and enforce coding standards and CI/CD practices.
  • Conduct technical design reviews for new data initiatives, assessing architectural options.
  • Collaborate with analytics leaders and data science teams to align on data product requirements.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental and Vision coverage.
  • 401(K) with company matching.
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan available.
  • Flex Spending Accounts for healthcare expenses.
  • Life and Disability Insurance provided.
  • Generous paid leave including vacation, sick, and personal time.
  • Multiple voluntary and company provided benefits packages.
Full Job Description
D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for a Senior Data Engineer. The right candidate will lead the design and implementation of complex, production-grade data infrastructure that enables analytics and reporting. This role serves as a technical authority within the Data Analytics team, setting standards for pipeline development, data modeling, and code quality.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Architect and implement end-to-end data pipelines that ingest, transform, and serve data from diverse source systems, construction management platforms, financial systems, and external market data feeds
  • Design comprehensive data models for multiple business domains, establishing naming conventions, modeling standards, and documentation practices
  • Lead initiatives that span multiple business domains and solves complex, ambiguous data challenges
  • Identify and resolve systemic data quality issues; implement monitoring frameworks, alerting mechanisms, and automated validation routines that improve overall pipeline reliability
  • Define and enforce code standards, branching strategies, testing expectations, and CI/CD practices, ensuring consistency and maintainability across the codebase
  • Lead technical design reviews for new data initiatives, evaluating architectural options and recommending solutions based on cost, performance, and long-term maintainability
  • Collaborate with analytics leadership, business intelligence developers, and data science practitioners to ensure data products meet downstream consumption requirements, including latency, granularity, and accuracy expectations
  • Mentor Data Engineer 1 and Data Engineer 2 team members through code review, pair programming, and direct technical guidance
  • Partner with IT and source system teams to manage data contracts, API integrations, and schema change communications
  • Research and evaluate emerging data technologies and platforms, presenting findings and concrete recommendations to analytics leadership
  • Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
  • Ability to travel overnight


Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, or a related field required or equivalent education and experience
  • 5-8 years of professional data engineering experience, including substantial experience designing data architecture and leading technical delivery of data pipeline and modeling projects from inception through production
  • Demonstrated ability to lead complex technical projects from design through production deployment, coordinating work across engineers and stakeholders
  • Ability to guide and develop junior engineers while maintaining personal delivery commitments on assigned work


Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree preferred
  • Knowledge of cloud data platform capabilities, pricing structures, and architectural trade-offs
  • Understanding of data governance frameworks, PII handling requirements, and data security practices
  • Knowledge of software engineering best practices as applied to data systems


Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including:

  • Medical, Dental and Vision
  • 401(K)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Flex Spending Accounts
  • Life & Disability Insurance
  • Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays
  • Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits


About DR Horton

D.R. Horton, Inc. is the homebuilding companies in the United States. The Company constructs and sells homes through its operating divisions in 27 states and 78 metropolitan markets of the United States, primarily under the name of D.R. Horton, America’s Builder. During the fiscal year ended September 30, 2013 (fiscal 2013), the Company closed 24,155 homes. Through its financial services operations, the Company provides mortgages financing and title agency services to homebuyers in many of its homebuilding markets. DHI Mortgage, its 100% owned subsidiary, provides mortgage financing services primarily to the Company’s homebuilding customers and generally sells the mortgages it originates and the related servicing rights to third-party purchasers. In May 2014, the Company acquired homebuilding operations of Crown Communities.

DR Horton Careers

Join the dynamic team at DR Horton, America's largest home construction company, and contribute to our mission of delivering the dream of homeownership. As a leader in the industry, DR Horton offers unparalleled job opportunities that promise growth, innovation, and leadership development. Work You’ll Do At DR Horton, you will be part of a culture that values diversity, professional growth, and collaborative success. Our team is committed to excellence and pushing the boundaries of what is possible in home construction. Whether you are looking to start your career through our robust internship programs or seeking to advance as a seasoned professional, DR Horton provides the platform to elevate your career to new heights. Transform Your Career Embrace the opportunity to lead projects that redefine communities and improve lives across the nation. DR Horton is at the forefront of the construction industry, integrating sustainable practices and innovative designs in every project. With a focus on continuous improvement and employee empowerment, DR Horton is a place where your skills will be honed, and your contributions recognized. Join Our Team DR Horton is looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players. Explore job opportunities in various fields, from engineering to sales, where your expertise will help shape the future of housing in America. Innovative Work Environment Engage in work that matters with a team that combines deep industry expertise with a passion for quality and innovation. At DR Horton, you will collaborate with talented professionals who are dedicated to setting new standards in the housing industry. Benefits and Growth DR Horton is committed to the well-being and development of its employees. Enjoy competitive benefits, including health, vision, and dental insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. We believe in nurturing our team’s potential by providing leadership and diversity training that fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace. Networking and Professional Development Advance your career with DR Horton’s commitment to professional development and networking. Gain access to industry-leading training, certification programs, and professional development workshops that will equip you with the tools needed for success. Explore Discover the various career paths available at DR Horton and find the position that best matches your skills and interests. From on-site construction roles to corporate positions, the opportunities at DR Horton are as diverse as the communities we build. Stay Connected Join the DR Horton team and stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Search DR Horton Jobs Search open positions that match your skills and interest. We look for individuals who are driven, creative, and ready to contribute to our team’s success. Keep Up to Date Stay informed with the latest news, job alerts, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. See what exciting and rewarding opportunities await at DR Horton. Join us at DR Horton, where your career aspirations can be realized and where you can be part of crafting the American dream.
Learn more about DR Horton
Size
11,788 employees
Market Cap
$766.4 million
Industry
Net Income
$66 million
Founded
1978
5 Year Trend
+67.8%
Revenue
$991.6 million
NASDAQ

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