Senior Data Platform Engineering Manager, CVS Health

CVS Health

Location:
United States, Work at, Illinois

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

130295.00 - 260590.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Data Platform Engineering Manager to lead and grow our newly established Azure Databricks data platform. The role is central to our data strategy, requiring strong expertise in cloud data technologies, platform management, and leadership in developing scalable and secure systems. The team also supports on-premises and cloud platforms until migration to Azure Databricks is completed.

Job Responsibility:

Own the strategic vision and roadmap for the Azure Databricks platform, aligning it with company-wide data and business goals
Lead, mentor, and build a high-performing team of data engineers and platform specialists
Act as the primary point of contact for platform-related issues and opportunities, communicating effectively with executive leadership and technical teams
Ensure new data engineering team members are onboarded consistently with best practices
Advocate for best practices, create reusable patterns and libraries, and provide expert-level technical support and training to data engineering teams
Ensure the platform's operational health, including performance, security, and cost management
Oversee platform maintenance, upgrades, and migrations to ensure reliability and minimize downtime
Establish and enforce best practices for development, data governance, quality, and security on the platform
Drive the continuous enhancement of the platform by introducing new tools, features, and capabilities
Evaluate and integrate new data technologies to improve efficiency, scalability, and performance
Act as the central liaison for cross-functional teams like DBA, Data Engineering, Cloud Engineering, and TechOps to ensure seamless alignment and implementation of changes across both on-premise and cloud platforms
Establish a shared vision for the Data Platforms by working with engineering and product leaders from other teams

Requirements:

8+ years of experience in data engineering, platform management, or a related role, with a strong focus on cloud data technologies
Proven experience managing and leading technical teams
Deep, hands-on experience with the Azure Databricks platform, including its administration, cluster management, job orchestration, and key features like Delta Lake and Unity Catalog
Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Databricks Certified Data Engineer Professional, and Databricks Certified Platform Administrator
A strong understanding of distributed computing principles and the architecture of large-scale data systems
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with a track record of diagnosing and resolving complex, platform-level issues
Excellent communication, documentation, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence technical and business stakeholders
Proficiency in Terraform, Python, Apache Spark/PySpark, SQL, and Shell scripting
Leading the efforts of 7 platform engineers
Preferred: Familiarity with healthcare data and healthcare insurance feeds, Data Analytics, and ML/AI

Nice to have:

Familiarity with healthcare data and healthcare insurance feeds
Familiarity with Data Analytics and reporting
Familiarity with ML/AI

What we offer:

Affordable medical plan options, a 401(k) plan (including matching company contributions), and an employee stock purchase plan
No-cost programs for wellness screenings, tobacco cessation, and weight management programs
Confidential counseling and financial coaching
Paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, and retiree medical access
Award target in the company’s equity award program

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
September 30, 2025

Expiration:
January 19, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Remote work

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