Engineering Manager - Data @Xero

Overview

The Engineering Manager - Data will lead the engineering team responsible for creating and maintaining core models on the data platform. This role balances strategic leadership with technical delivery, shaping platform architecture while ensuring delivery, stability, and quality standards are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Designing and building core models on the data platform using AWS and Snowflake infrastructure.
• Streamlining real-time data flows and streaming architecture across platform services.
• Leading delivery execution for complex data platform initiatives while managing dependencies and risks.
• Coaching senior engineers, elevating engineering standards, and supporting team adoption of DataOps practices.

Requirements

• Background in data platform delivery alongside data engineering expertise and data modeling capability.
• Practical familiarity with cloud infrastructure like AWS and Snowflake, and an understanding of real-time streaming technologies and data flows.
• Leadership style combining delivery focus with technical breadth to guide architectural decisions and step in hands-on when required.
• Proven capability in coaching senior engineers, setting clear expectations, and supporting individual career progression.
• Demonstrated proficiency in managing platform health, establishing Service Level Objectives, and leading operational performance.
• Strong collaborative skills to build trusted relationships across product, platform, and security teams.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working arrangements allowing for a balance of remote work and designated office days to connect and collaborate with the team.

Location

Flexible hybrid work based out of Sydney or Melbourne, Australia.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply even if their experience isn't a perfect match, as Xero values skills, passion, and unique perspectives.