Director Data Platform Engineering (*) Remote > Antwerpen > Joboolo BE :
Company : WEX Inc Location : Antwerpen Vlaams Gewest From : Talent BE
We're presenting individuals like you with an opportunity in which you can thrive in a dynamic, compassionate, and friendly work environment.
We are a Great Place To Work-Certified and we take it seriously!We are the cloud dataplatform team at WEX.
We empower business by providing cutting-edge dataplatform and solutions that drive innovation, enhance decision-making.
Our platform is built on a foundation of innovation , security and scalability, join our dynamic team and help us continue to push the boundaries of what is possible.As a DirectorPlatformEngineering at WEX youwill play a pivotal role in overseeing the design, development , and maintenance of our data infrastructure and the continuous delivery of data services.
You will lead a team of talented DevOps engineers and work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the dataplatform is highly available, scalable and optimized for performance.You will work closely with cross-functional teams of engineers, data scientists and analysts to ensure reliability, security and scalability of our platform as we continue to expand our global footprint.
You will bring together your understanding of cloud technologies, experience in ensuring efficiency of cloud solutions to address complex business needs and to drive business value on our best-in-class dataplatform built with Snowflake at its core. How you’ll make an impactDevops Strategy :
Develop and execute a DevOps strategy for the dataplatform, aligning it with the company’s goals and objectivesLead automation strategy covering design, development of tools, practices and cultureTeam Leadership:
Lead and mentor a team of DevOps engineers, providing guidance and fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation , and continuous improvementDataPlatform Architecture:
Collaborate with architects and data engineers to design and implement a robust and scalable dataplatform architectureInfrastructure Management:
Oversee the management and provisioning of infrastructure resources to support data processing and storageAutomation:
Implement automation processes for provisioning, configuration management, and deployment of data services.Security and compliance:
Ensure data security and compliance with industry standards and regulations,, implementing best practices for data and infrastructure protectionContinuous integration and deployment (CI/CD):
Lead the development of CI/CD pipelines for data services, ensuring smooth and efficient delivery.Budget Management:
Manage the budget for the platformengineering team, ensuring cost-effective solutions while meeting performance and security requirements.Innovation:
Keep up-to-date with emerging data technologies, trends, and best practices, and make recommendations for their adoption within the organization's DevOps ecosystem.Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior team members, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous learning.Experience you’ll bringExperience working in public cloud environments, GCP / Azure / AWS [Preferred] and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).Proficiency in infrastructure as code concepts and tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible) for automating resource provisioning and configuration.Strong understanding of data infrastructure, big data technologies, and data processing frameworksHands-on experience with CI/CD pipeline tools (e.g., Jenkins, CircleCI) and version control systems (e.g., Git).Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., DataDog,Prometheus, Grafana, Splunk, Cloud Logging Solutions) to ensure application performance and system health.Knowledge of security best practices in DevOps, including experience with vulnerability scanning, compliance frameworks, and secure deployment practices.Relevant certifications(e.g.
AWS certified DevOps Engineer) are a plus.Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field. Proven track record with at least 10 years of experience in DevOps dataplatform developmentExperience in designing solutions on High trust/PCI compliant cloud dataplatform Proven experience in DevOps leadership roles, with a focus on dataplatformsPrefered Skills:
Experience with container technology including Kubernetes and DockerExperience in secrets management solution (KMS/HSMs/Hashicorp Vault)Experience using AWS/Snowflake features for improving developer productivity and experiencePrior leadership experience in leading solution delivery in cloud is a mustThe base pay range represents the anticipated low and high end of the pay range for this position.
Actual pay rates will vary and will be based on various factors, such as your qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.
Base pay is one component of WEX's total compensation package.
Most sales positions are eligible for commission under the terms of an applicable plan.
Non-sales roles are typically eligible for a quarterly or annual bonus based on their role and applicable plan.
WEX's comprehensive and market competitive benefits are designed to support your personal and professional well-being.
Benefits include health, dental and vision insurances, retirement savings plan, paid time off, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, and more.
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