Senior Data Engineering Manager

About Altruist

Altruist is the modern custodian built exclusively for independent financial advisors that combines a self-clearing brokerage firm with intuitive software for account opening, trading, reporting, and billing - all in one streamlined solution. Financial advisors across the U.S. have partnered with Altruist to reduce costs, save time, grow their business, and provide better outcomes for their clients. Our mission is to make financial advice better, more affordable, and accessible to everyone - but we can't do it alone. We're seeking exceptional talent to join our team. That's where you come in!

If you're passionate about challenging the status quo and making a meaningful impact in the financial advice industry, we'd love to meet you!

But first, our values

Kindness- Kindness doesn't just equal niceness. We listen to understand. We embrace, and encourage healthy debate and diverse perspectives. We approach conflict openly, honestly, and respectfully.

Brilliance- Humility is the skill we're most proud of and possessing a growth mindset is always top of mind. We take ownership in everything we touch; regularly using our unique superpowers to reach a common goal as a team. We succeed and fail as one.

Grit- When challenges arise, we stay laser focused on achieving our mission and finding a way forward, even when it's hard. We are nimble and maintain a sense of urgency, swiftly adapting to change and overcoming obstacles.

The opportunity

Altruist is entering an exciting growth phase, and we're seeking a Senior Data Engineering Manager to lead our Data Platform Team. In this role, you'll manage a team of talented data engineers, architect scalable systems, and help drive our data strategy forward. You'll work cross-functionally with engineering, product, and BI teams to ensure our data infrastructure is reliable, scalable, and aligned with business objectives.

Your impact

• Lead and mentor a team of data engineers, providing technical guidance and career development
• Oversee the design, development, and optimization of scalable data pipelines and data platform infrastructure
• Partner with stakeholders to define and implement data architecture strategies that support business goals
• Ensure high standards of data governance, security, and quality across systems
• Drive the implementation and evolution of ELT processes, data modeling, and data integration initiatives
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to ensure access to high-quality data while ensuring data governance is in place
• Help define organizational data standards and evangelize best practices for data engineering across the company
• Support compliance efforts by ensuring that is properly stored and accessed per industry regulations

What you bring

• Experience- 7+ years in data engineering or related roles, with 3+ years managing high-performing technical teams. Proven experience in a regulated or financial services environment, with an understanding of the complexities of sensitive data systems and security.
• Leadership- Demonstrated ability to coach and grow talent, foster team collaboration, and create a culture of accountability and excellence.
• Technical mastery- Deep experience with data platforms such as Snowflake, Redshift, or BigQuery; orchestration tools like Airflow; and data management tools like dbt. Strong background in Python (or Java), SQL, and cloud platforms (preferably AWS).
• Strategic mindset- Ability to align data platform initiatives with organizational priorities and communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
• Operational excellence- Hands-on experience with CI/CD (e.g., GitLab, Jenkins), data replication tools (e.g., Debezium, Airbyte), and big data frameworks (e.g., Spark, EMR, Hadoop).
• Education- B.A. / B.S. in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.

The intangibles

• Ownership- You treat each project as your own and are deeply invested in its success.

Communication- You practice clarity and empathy in all interactions.

Resilience- You thrive in ambiguity and lead with determination through uncertainty.

Humility- You have strong opinions, loosely held, and invite feedback from all directions.

Inventiveness- You see beyond blockers and navigate challenges with creativity and precision.

Join us

This is a rare opportunity to help shape the data future of a rapidly growing fintech company making a real difference in people's lives. If you're ready to lead with impact, inspire with integrity, and build systems that matter - we'd love to hear from you.

San Francisco, CA salary range

$203,000-$249,000 USD

What we bring

Attracting and retaining top-tier talent is a priority. We are proud of the culture we've built and are cognizant of the ever-changing professional landscape. Our dynamic offering of perks and benefits are tailored for you to feel your best while doing your best.

• A hybrid work schedule for most positions to promote strong, in-person collaboration and a healthy work-life-balance.
• Stunning, amenity-filled office spaces in Culver City, CA, San Francisco, CA, and Dallas, TX. Our offices are intentionally designed for comfort, collaboration, and productivity.
• Competitive pay, as well as equity for eligible positions
• Premium healthcare, dental, and vision insurance plans
• 401k savings plan with matching contributions and immediate vesting
• Generous paid parental leave
• Professional growth and development opportunities including an employee mobility program and an annual L&D budget allocation for each employee
• Physical and emotional wellness programs that nurture both your mind and body
• Company perks program (includes discounts on pet insurance, fitness, cell phone plans, entertainment and travel, etc.)
• Financial guidance program (includes counseling on navigating debt, tracking personal spend, saving and planning goals, home-purchasing preparedness, etc.)

Total compensation includes a competitive benefits package along with equity in the form of Stock Options (ISOs) for eligible roles. For salaried positions, a salary offer will be determined by a number of factors including experience, skill level, internal pay equity, geographic location, and other relevant business considerations. We review all employee pay and compensation programs regularly to ensure fair, equitable, and competitive pay. At Altruist, we are committed to providing fair, equitable, and competitive compensation by leveraging market data to inform our pay bands. Base salaries will be reviewed at regular intervals throughout the year, typically in conjunction with performance review cycles. By evaluating compensation on a regular basis, we are able to reward high performance and ensure all employees have opportunities for growth.

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Altruist we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role, but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.