Director of Data Engineering

Director of Data EngineeringAbout the CompanyInnovative AI-powered solutions companyIndustryInternetTypePrivately HeldAbout the RoleThe Company is seeking a Director of Data Engineering to lead the design, development, and scaling of backend data infrastructure with a focus on AI-driven solutions. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the high reliability, scalability, and performance of data pipelines and warehousing. This role involves managing the acquisition, cleaning, and analysis of data for training models, particularly in the context of detecting deepfakes across various media formats. The Director will also provide leadership and mentorship to the data engineering team, driving the development of scalable AI platforms, and will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions. Applicants for the Director of Data Engineering position at the company should have a minimum of 10 years' experience in data management or engineering, with a strong background in AI-driven solutions. The role requires proficiency in real-time data processing, a solid understanding of machine learning and AI technologies, and experience in dataset creation and infrastructure management. The ideal candidate will have a BS in computer science or a related field, with an MS preferred, and must possess strong communication and collaboration skills to lead and motivate teams across functions. The focus of the role is on data infrastructure, real-time data processing, data pipelines, data warehousing, and data analysis, particularly in the context of AI-powered solutions for fraud detection, misinformation prevention, and synthetic media detection.Travel PercentLess than 10%FunctionsEngineeringInformation Technology