Senior Manager of Data Engineering & Analytics Consulting

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Project Delivery & Pre-Sales:
• Ensure cloud data engineering projects are delivered on time, within scope, and meet quality standards.
• Serve as a senior consultant to our clients and deliver high-quality data architecture and engineering solutions.
• Maintain visibility across all engagements, proactively addressing risks and challenges.
• Collaborate with project leads to drive consistency in delivery methodologies and best practices.
• Partner with client success teams to continuously improve customer-facing impact and delivery quality.
• Assist account teams with strategic account growth by identifying new opportunities within client portfolios.
• Support pre-sales efforts and solution design alongside account executives to expand our client base.


• Practice Leadership:
• Mentor and develop managers, ensuring strong leadership and people management strategies at all levels.
• Coach team members on effective technical and consulting skills and strategies.
• Conduct performance reviews and career development planning to promote team growth and retention.
• Identify promotion readiness and design structured development paths for consultants.
• Support hiring efforts to attract top talent and build a high-performing, diverse team.
• Champion a culture of innovation, experimentation, and continuous learning.
• Promote knowledge sharing through workshops, internal learning sessions, and mentorship programs.
• Partner with HR and senior leadership to develop learning and development content for the practice

Competencies we are looking for:

• Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a related field—or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of professional experience in a technical Data Engineering role utilizing technologies such as SQL and Python.
• 3+ years leading teams and/or in a technical manager role.
• 2+ years of technology consulting experience.
• 3+ years working with modern cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud (AWS preferred).
• 2+ years experience with cloud data platforms such as Snowflake, Databricks, or Microsoft Fabric.
• 3+ years of experience with modern data technologies including Redshift, BigQuery, or Synapse.
• Strong understanding of data pipeline orchestration, ETL/ELT frameworks, and modern data architecture principles.
• Familiarity with tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or Kubernetes.
• Hands-on understanding of AI/ML and LLM architectures; Snowflake Cortex experience preferred.
• Proven track record of growing and leading teams in a consulting or tech environment.
• Strong background in hiring, coaching, and talent development.
• Clear and effective communicator with strong interpersonal and writing skills.
• Familiarity with Agile development practices.


• Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience leading multi-team delivery programs and optimizing team performance.
• Experience with business development, sales support, and proposal creation.
• Understanding of operational KPIs and small organizational management practices.
• Experience managing managers.
• Ability to drive change and growth while fostering a strong and inclusive team culture.
• Strong decision-making, stakeholder management, and executive communication skills.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary –   Great starting salaries for well-qualified candidates
• Generous Paid Time Off policy - Ippon offers flexible time off to help you be your best
• Health, dental, and vision insurance – We are dedicated to helping our employees live healthier lives through comprehensive health programs
• 401k with company match - Ippon offers an industry-leading 401(k) matching plan 
• Family Leave - We support the importance of family and offer maternity, paternity, and family medical leave plans
• A fun, smart, and healthy work environment, focused on our values and teamwork