Data Engineering Manager (Information Technology)

Amerisure creates exceptional value for its partners, policyholders and employees. As a property and casualty insurance company, Amerisure's promise to our partner agencies and policyholders begins with a comprehensive line of insurance products designed to protect businesses, as well as the health and safety of every employee. Amerisure is an A.M. Best “A” (excellent) rated company and services mid-sized commercial enterprises focused in construction, manufacturing and healthcare. We are ranked as one of the top 100 Property & Casualty companies in the United States, and have nearly $1 Billion of Direct Written Premium ​and $1.15 billion in surplus.

Amerisure is currently recruiting for a Data Engineering Manager that can do a 3-day hybrid approach onsite in our Farmington Hills office. The ideal candidate will also possess the following skill set. 

Summary Statement

The Manager of Data Engineering is responsible for overseeing the data engineering team, ensuring the efficient operation of the Lakehouse Data and Enterprise Data Warehouse platforms. This role involves talent development, stakeholder collaboration, and driving operational excellence in data engineering delivery. The manager works closely with various business units and technical teams to ensure on-time data integration, compliance with data governance standards, and development of analytic solutions. Additionally, the manager is accountable for vendor management and emergency response related to data engineering activities.

Essential Tasks/Major Duties

• Manage, train, provide performance feedback, and assign duties of direct reports to ensure productivity, efficiency, and effectiveness.
• Oversee operations of the DataBricks Lakehouse Data platform, ensuring optimal performance, availability, and cost management.
• Ensure data engineering services meet established data governance standards and compliance requirements.
• Ensure timely and accurate delivery of data engineering projects, including Enterprise Data Warehouse development and data.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to manage expectations, deliverables, and performance for both Lakehouse and Enterprise Data Warehouse operations.
• Manage relationships with data engineering and integration vendors, ensuring quality delivery and cost-effectiveness.
• Serve as the on-call point for emergency responses related to data engineering issues and escalations.
• Lead teams in SAFe Agile practices.
• Support the development and execution of strategies for data acquisition and implementation.
• Lead data migrations and conversions, troubleshooting solutions for any processing issues.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Bachelors degree or equivalent years of experience.
•  5 years of experience in database management, preferred experience working with DataBricks or similar platforms.
• Advanced proficiency in SQL, Python, Scala, or R.
• Strong understanding of advanced analytics concepts to work with stakeholders and architects to deliver business value.
• 2 year's experience managing big data platforms.
• 2 years of management experience.
• Core understanding in designing environments and systems that facilitate automated testing and code promotion in DataOps.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• The ability to effectively convey ideas and concepts in written or verbal settings. Includes concepts of audience selection and attenuation.
• Knowledge of insurance terminology and practices with the ability to apply that knowledge in communication and data organization.

Just as we are committed to creating exceptional value for our Partners For Success® agencies and policyholders, Amerisure also remains committed to being an employer of choice. We reinforce this commitment by adhering to an Employee Value Proposition that, in part, is provided through a competitive total rewards package. Amerisure offers a Compensation & Benefits Package that includes competitive base pay, performance-based incentive pay, comprehensive health & welfare benefits, 401(k) savings plan and profit sharing. In addition to generous paid time off programs, we allow our employees flexible and remote work arrangements.  If you strive for excellence and are committed to personal and professional growth, Amerisure is looking for you.

Amerisure Insurance provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Amerisure Insurance complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Amerisure Insurance expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Amerisure's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.