Technical Leader: Driving Innovation and Excellence in Data Products

About This Role

We are seeking an experienced Associate Director Application Development to lead our team in designing, architecting, and developing data products using a variety of tools. As a key member of our organization, you will have the opportunity to work with people from diverse backgrounds and develop a close team dynamic with coworkers around the globe.

The Impact

• You will be responsible for executing the engineering strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives, technology roadmaps, and industry trends.
• Lead and oversee multiple engineering teams, fostering a high-performance culture focused on innovation, scalability, and delivery excellence.
• Architect and govern large-scale, distributed systems and enterprise-level solutions, ensuring technical best practices and design principles are followed.
• Shape the technology vision, evaluating emerging trends and recommending strategic investments in tools, frameworks, and infrastructure.
• Establish and enforce engineering excellence, including coding standards, architectural guidelines, security practices, and DevOps automation.
• Lead technical governance and decision-making, balancing innovation with risk management, cost efficiency, and long-term maintainability.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in technical leadership, mentoring engineers, and driving architectural decisions.
• Expert proficiency in object-oriented programming languages such as C# and .NET Core.
• Advanced SQL programming with expertise in database performance tuning for large-scale datasets.
• Strong experience with relational databases such as MS SQL and PostgreSQL, as well as NoSQL databases like MongoDB and DynamoDB.
• Knowledge of Big Data technologies such as Hadoop, Databricks, Spark, Nifi, and ETL is a plus.
• Experience in cloud computing environments, including cloud-native services.
• Strong expertise in containerization using Docker and orchestration using Kubernetes, as well as CI/CD pipelines for automated deployments.
• Hands-on experience with large-scale messaging systems such as Kafka, RabbitMQ, or commercial equivalents.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor engineering teams, fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation.

About Us

We understand the importance of accurate, deep, and insightful information. Our team of experts delivers unrivaled insights and leading data and technology solutions, partnering with customers to expand their perspective, operate with confidence, and make decisions with conviction.

Our Culture

We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments, and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At our organization, we transform data into Essential Intelligence, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.

Our People

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.

Benefits

• Health and wellness programs designed to support your mind and body.
• Flexible downtime policies to help you recharge.
• A wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
• Invest in your future through competitive pay, retirement planning, continuing education, and financial wellness programs.
• Family-friendly perks, including benefits for partners and little ones.
• Beyond the basics: retail discounts, referral incentives, and other rewards that make a difference.

Inclusive Hiring And Opportunity

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent.