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Lennar · 10 hours ago

Lead Data Engineer

Lennar is one of the nation's leading homebuilders, dedicated to creating an extraordinary experience for their Homeowners, Communities, and Associates. The Lead Data Engineer is responsible for overseeing the data engineering team, driving the strategic direction of data initiatives, and collaborating with stakeholders to meet organizational goals.

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Responsibilities

Lead and manage the data engineering team, including project planning, resource allocation, and performance management
Develop and enforce data engineering standards, processes, and best practices, ensuring consistency and quality across all data projects
Collaborate with stakeholders, including business leaders, data scientists, and IT teams, to understand and prioritize data-related business needs and translate them into actionable technical requirements
Ensure data solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with the long-term goals of the organization, considering both current and future data needs
Drive the adoption of new technologies, tools, and methodologies that improve the efficiency, reliability, and scalability of data engineering practices
Oversee the development and maintenance of comprehensive data documentation, including data architecture diagrams, process flows, and technical specifications
Manage the team's technical debt, ensuring that legacy systems are modernized and that new solutions are built with maintainability and scalability in mind
Provide technical leadership in the resolution of complex data issues, guiding the team in troubleshooting and problem-solving efforts

Qualification

Data pipeline orchestrationAWS data stackCloud data platformsAdvanced data modelingData governance practicesEnterprise data managementProgramming languagesReal-time data processingResilienceChange agentVisionary leadershipAccountabilityLeadership skillsProject managementCollaborationProblem-solvingIntegrity

Required

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
7-10 years of experience in data engineering, with significant leadership and project management experience
AWS, Snowflake, Azure
AWS Glue, AWS Appflow, Prefect, dbt, S3, Qlik
SQL, Python, Java
Exceptional ability to influence and engage senior leaders with data-driven insights
Expert in resolving complex, high-stakes problems with innovative solutions
Leads with a collaborative spirit, driving team success through shared goals
Sets the standard for integrity within the organization, fostering a culture of trust and ethical behavior
Demonstrates unwavering resilience in the face of adversity, guiding the team through challenges
Acts as a change agent, leading transformative initiatives that drive business success
Leads and coordinates efforts across multiple departments, ensuring alignment with organizational goals
Provides visionary leadership, inspiring and developing future leaders within the organization
Establishes a culture of accountability, ensuring that all team members meet their commitments and deliver high-quality work

Preferred

Extensive experience with data pipeline orchestration tools (e.g., Apache Airflow, Prefect) and data integration platforms (e.g., Apache Spark, Glue)
Extensive experience working on AWS data stack i.e., Data engineering, Warehousing and AI/ML
Advocate best practices with AWS including Glue, EMR, Airflow and etc
Strong leadership and project management skills, with experience leading cross-functional teams and managing multiple projects simultaneously
Expertise in cloud data platforms (AWS, Azure) and big data ecosystems, with a focus on optimizing cost, performance, and scalability
Proficient in advanced data modeling, including the design of enterprise data warehouses, data lakes, and data marts
In-depth knowledge of data governance practices, including data cataloging, data lineage, and data quality management
Experience with enterprise data management frameworks, such as Master Data Management (MDM) and metadata management
Advanced skills in programming and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Java, Scala) for developing and automating data workflows
Experience with real-time data processing and event-driven architectures, leveraging tools such as Apache Kafka, Spark Streaming

Benefits

Robust health insurance plans, including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
401(k) Retirement Plan, complete with a $1 for $1 Company Match up to 5%
Paid Parental Leave
Associate Assistance Plan
Education Assistance Program
Up to $30,000 in Adoption Assistance
Up to three weeks of vacation annually
Generous Holiday, Sick Leave, and Personal Day policies
New Hire Referral Bonus Program
Significant Home Purchase Discounts
Everyone’s Included Day

Company

Lennar Corporation, founded in 1954, is one of the nation's leading builders of quality homes for all generations.

H1B Sponsorship

Lennar has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (25)
2024 (16)
2023 (8)
2022 (6)
2021 (2)
2020 (7)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$747.2M
Key Investors
Berkshire Hathaway
2025-05-12Post Ipo Debt· $700M
2023-08-14Post Ipo Equity· $17.2M
2014-01-02Post Ipo Debt· $30M

Leadership Team

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Bruce E. Gross
CEO Lennar Financial Services
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Stuart Miller
Co-Chief Executive Officer
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