BDG

Data Engineering Director

BDG  •  New York City, NY (Onsite)  •  4 months ago
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Job Description

Bustle Digital Group (BDG) is seeking a Director of Data Engineering to lead, expand, and optimize our data infrastructure. In this role, you will drive the development of scalable data pipelines, enhance our storage and reporting systems, and support data-driven initiatives across our advertising, affiliate sales, and editorial content revenue streams. As the head of our data engineering team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping BDG’s data strategy and fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.

What You'll Do

  • Lead & Grow the Team: Build, mentor, and scale a high-performing data engineering team to develop data-driven products that fuel revenue growth and business intelligence.
  • Drive Innovation & Best Practices: Design and implement best-in-class data systems and architecture, ensuring efficiency, scalability, and industry compliance.
  • Foster a Culture of Ownership: Encourage self-directed, accountable teams that take initiative and collaborate effectively.
  • Set Clear Objectives & Strategy: Define technical roadmaps, establish team goals, and align data initiatives with broader company objectives.
  • Optimize Data Systems: Enhance our data pipelines, storage, and analytics capabilities to support real-time insights and predictive modeling.
  • Mentor & Develop Talent: Provide technical and professional guidance to engineers at all levels, fostering career growth and leadership development.

Who You Are

  • Experienced Technical Leader: Proven track record in leading cross-functional and distributed engineering teams.
  • Strategic Thinker & Communicator: Strong organizational and stakeholder management skills with a user-centric approach.
  • Agile Advocate: Hands-on experience implementing agile methodologies, particularly Kanban.
  • Product-Driven Engineer: Experience developing data solutions for ad products, affiliate sales, or editorial platforms.
  • Mentor & Coach Passionate about guiding both senior and early-career engineers, helping them grow technically and professionally.

BDG Benefits

  • Competitive Compensation & Equity: Market-leading pay with annual reviews and stock options.
  • Unlimited PTO: Recharge and take the time you need.
  • Comprehensive Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents.
  • Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan.
  • Flexible Work Options: Work remotely or collaborate in our NYC office.
BDG is a leading independent media company with a diverse portfolio of respected publications, including Bustle, Nylon, W, and Inverse. We combine the best of traditional and digital media, creating engaging content that captivates over 115 million readers each month. Our business thrives on data-driven insights that power content monetization, advertising, and affiliate sales.
Ready to lead the future of data at BDG? Apply now and be part of our growing team!
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About BDG

BDG is one of today’s leading global media companies with a portfolio of distinct digital and experiential brands that are shaping culture through its authentic and trusted storytelling. Audiences turn to our brands – Bustle, Elite Daily, The Zoe Report, NYLON, Inverse, Mic, W, Romper, Scary Mommy, Fatherly, and The Dad – to hear from a set of diverse voices around the interests engaging the next generation. Founded in 2013, the Company reaches over 223 million readers and social fans and serves hundreds of the world's largest advertisers. BDG has global offices in New York, Los Angeles, Miami, London, and Paris.

Industry
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Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
New York, New York
Year Founded
2013
Website
bdg.com
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