Senior Data Engineering Manager

Senior Manager, Data Engineering Location: Chicago Compensation: $180,000-$190,000 base, plus eligibility to earn discretionary bonus Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance available About The Role We're building out our data engineering function from the ground up and looking for a hands-on technical leader to help us scale. This is a newly created leadership role for someone who wants to stay close to the technical work while also building and managing a team. You'll be joining a fast-paced, well-funded startup environment with real intensity and speed, so this role is best suited for someone excited by that pace rather than surprised by it. What You'll Do Lead data engineering work from ingestion through the silver layer, including fact and dimension modeling, data cleansing, and pipeline architectureOperate in a hands-on capacity (targeting a 50/50 technical to managerial split initially, shifting toward more management as the team matures)Manage and coordinate with engineering leads across multiple contracting teams, serving as the final technical decision-maker while collaborating closely with those teamsWeigh in on Master Data Management strategy, including build vs. buy decisions, golden record creation, and governance approachesPartner with the data governance function to ensure alignment, without owning governance directlyBalance short, medium, and long-term priorities while managing a substantial backlog of in-flight projectsCommunicate proactively around timelines, risks, and unexpected issues across multiple stakeholder groups What We're Looking For Must-Haves Strong hands-on experience with the Microsoft Azure stack (Data Factory, Synapse, and similar tools)Solid data ingestion and pipeline development backgroundStrong fact and dimension modeling experienceFamiliarity with Master Data Management principles (specific platform experience not required, e.g. Informatica, Tibco, or similar all welcome)Excellent communication skills, particularly around setting expectations and navigating changing priorities Nice-to-Haves Experience with Databricks (Snowflake or similar platforms also considered if you can demonstrate the ability to flex)Experience with DBT or similar data transformation toolingExperience managing or mentoring contractors, particularly in a remote settingBackground working in a startup or fast-paced technology environmentExposure to data governance practices and collaboration with governance teams Leadership Open to candidates transitioning from a strong individual contributor or lead role into people management for the first time, as long as management is a path you're intentionally pursuingComfortable ramping quickly in a growing, evolving environment Team & Structure You'll manage a senior data engineer, with an additional engineering hire planned, and will work closely with engineering leads across multiple contracting partners. LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v. LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Engineering, Marketing, Technology, Supply Chain, Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search, LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries. LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends, hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's Compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View a full list of our benefits here: View a full list of our benefits here.All assignments are at-will and their duration is subject to change.