VP, Data Engineering

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

14

What we do:

Through our proprietary automated sales and marketing platform, Mastermind, we empower dealers to close more deals by predicting future buyers and consistently marketing to them. In short, we help automotive dealerships generate success in their loyalty, service, and conquest portfolios through a combination of turnkey predictive analytics, proactive marketing, and dedicated consultative services.​

A successful VP, Data Engineering will:

• Lead multiple engineering teams across global locations to build best-in-class data platform and solutions for the automotive retail industry.

• Be responsible for delivery through the entire development lifecycle with a focus on performance, scalability, quality and reliability.

• Provide leadership in establishing processes and best practices around development standards, tech stack evolution, delivery and maintenance.

• Manage and scale team of engineers through hands-on leadership within an Agile/Scrum environment.

• Evolve and consolidate processes and teams where applicable for optimal execution.

• Help set the technical direction for the team, drive the evolution of the systems architecture, and make appropriate technology choices.

• Architect, design and build solutions on cloud-native architectures, big data and advanced analytics (AI/ML).

• Be a resourceful, impactful and trusted advocate for the engineering function and be a major voice in setting and developing the company’s roadmap by balancing new features and technical improvements.

• Develop talent, share knowledge and act as a mentor and coach to team members across the organization.

• Partner with stakeholders across technology functions and with Product, Commercial and Operations teams for mutual success.

• Be part of developing a collaborative, engaging, and fun culture.

Minimum Requirements:

• The successful candidate will be a strong leader who can prioritize well, be detail oriented, exude passion, value client-experience and customer service, and thrive on creating industry-leading products.

• 17+ years professional experience working in Engineering and 9+ years of relevant management experience.

• Possess a strong foundation in data architecture, design and development.

• Experience building data platforms and solutions on cloud infrastructure (Google Cloud, AWS or Azure) in Python or other back-end programming languages.

• Proven experience managing global teams.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).  Fluency in English.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or an advanced degree / certification is preferred.

• Experience in Big Query, Apache Spark, Apache Beam or other data processing workflows is a plus.

• Automotive industry experience is a plus.

Compensation/Benefits Information (US Applicants Only):

• S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $213,000 to $277,000.  Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual’s geographical location as well as experience and qualifications for the role.

• In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan.

• This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees, visit link https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries/us

Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position. Generally, work is performed Monday through Friday, though holidays and weekends may be required. 

Where you will be:

Office based roles work a hybrid work schedule with a current minimum of two teamwide designated days in the office. 

About automotiveMastermind:
 

Who we are:

Founded in 2012, automotiveMastermind is a leading provider of predictive analytics and marketing automation solutions for the automotive industry and believes that technology can transform data, revealing key customer insights to accurately predict automotive sales. Through its proprietary automated sales and marketing platform, Mastermind, the company empowers dealers to close more deals by predicting future buyers and consistently marketing to them. automotiveMastermind is headquartered in New York City. For more information, visit automotivemastermind.com.

At automotiveMastermind, we thrive on high energy at high speed. We’re an organization in hyper-growth mode and have a fast-paced culture to match. Our highly engaged teams feel passionately about both our product and our people. This passion is what continues to motivate and challenge our teams to be best-in-class. Our cultural values of “Drive” and “Help” have been at the core of what we do, and how we have built our culture through the years. This cultural framework inspires a passion for success while collaborating to win.

What we do:

Through our proprietary automated sales and marketing platform, Mastermind, we empower dealers to close more deals by predicting future buyers and consistently marketing to them. In short, we help automotive dealerships generate success in their loyalty, service, and conquest portfolios through a combination of turnkey predictive analytics, proactive marketing, and dedicated consultative services.

What’s In It For You?

Our Purpose:

Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.

Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. 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 S&P Global 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.

From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:
 

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include: 

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Inclusive Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, 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. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law.  Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.  

 

If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.  
 
US Candidates Only:  The EEO is the Law Poster http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf describes discrimination protections under federal law.  Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision - https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf 

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