Manager of Data Engineering / Azure / Bethesda, MD

Our client, a well-established insurance company based in Bethesda, Maryland, is seeking a Manager of Data Engineering for a full-time opportunity. This is a high-impact role for a technically strong leader who can manage a small team while remaining hands-on in the delivery of modern data solutions. The ideal candidate will have deep experience with Azure SQL, Azure Data Factory (ADF), and a strong grasp of data engineering best practices in cloud environments.

In this role, you will be responsible for both managing and mentoring a small team of data engineers, while also contributing directly to the design and implementation of scalable data pipelines and architecture. The breakdown is approximately 50% hands-on technical work and 50% management and strategic oversight. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a hybrid leadership role within a growing, data-driven organization in the insurance sector. This is a hybrid opportunity in Bethesda, MD, requiring 2 days per week in-office. 

Required Skills and Experience

• Proven experience managing a small data engineering or data platform team

• Strong expertise in Azure SQL and Azure Data Factory (ADF)

• Solid understanding of core data engineering principles (ETL, data modeling, pipeline architecture)

• Ability to contribute directly to technical design and implementation

What You Will Be Doing

• Managing and mentoring a small team of data engineers

• Splitting time 50% hands-on (coding, architecture, implementation) and 50% management (planning, reviews, stakeholder communication)

• Overseeing the development and optimization of scalable, cloud-based data pipelines

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams including analytics, product, and engineering

The Offer

• Bonus eligible

You will receive the following benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) {including match}

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future