Digital Data Engineering Manager

Softworld, a Kelly Company; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marketing data solutions provider seeks a Digital Data Engineering Manager to lead and manage a high-performing team focused on modern marketing data infrastructure. This role includes overseeing the implementation of Adobe Experience Platform and defining a multi-year data engineering strategy. The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of experience in data engineering and be proficient in Adobe tools as well as SQL, alongside strong leadership and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in data engineering, data management, marketing analytics, or related fields.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with Adobe Experience Platform, including RTCDP, CJA, Adobe Analytics, and Adobe Audience Manager.
• Strong experience with website tagging and analytics.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a data engineering team focused on marketing data operations.
• Define and execute a multi-year data engineering strategy.
• Oversee the design and implementation of data pipelines.

Skills

Data engineering

Data management

Marketing analytics

Adobe Experience Platform (AEP)

SQL proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Adobe Analytics

Google Analytics

Job description

Job Title: Digital Data Engineering Manager

Location: Fort Worth, TX or Irving, TX (Onsite 2 days/week)

Job Type: Direct Hire

Overview

We are seeking a Digital Data Engineering Manager to lead a high-performing team responsible for building and maintaining modern marketing data infrastructure. This role will support the implementation of Adobe Experience Platform (AEP), a real-time customer data platform that is new to the organization and will replace legacy tools, including Adobe Analytics.

The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise across Adobe’s marketing ecosystem (including Adobe Journey and Adobe Marketing tools) and will play a key role in enabling scalable, real-time data solutions that drive marketing effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a data engineering team focused on marketing data operations, ensuring delivery is on time, high quality, and cost-effective
• Define and execute a multi-year data engineering strategy, including data capture, storage, and accessibility
• Oversee the design and implementation of data pipelines for ingestion, transformation, and activation across marketing platforms
• Drive the implementation and adoption of Adobe Experience Platform (AEP), including real-time customer data processing
• Establish and enforce data governance standards to ensure data quality, compliance, and security
• Develop best practices for data modeling, architecture, and platform utilization to support scalability and performance
• Partner with cross-functional teams to align on enterprise data goals and marketing transformation initiatives
• Oversee API design, data sharing frameworks, and integration strategies across systems
• Promote automation of recurring data processes to improve efficiency and reliability
• Provide leadership in team development, including coaching, mentoring, and career growth
• Act as a subject matter expert on marketing data engineering, Martech, and Adtech trends

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in data engineering, data management, marketing analytics, or related fields
• 3+ years of hands‑on experience with Adobe Experience Platform (AEP), including RTCDP, CJA, Adobe Analytics, and Adobe Audience Manager
• 3+ years of experience managing or mentoring team members
• Strong experience with website tagging and analytics (Adobe or Google platforms)
• Experience with data ingestion, ETL development, taxonomy, and data modeling
• Proficiency with SQL and modern data tools
• Expertise in marketing data architecture and data management strategies
• Knowledge of data governance, privacy, and compliance best practices
• Experience with Martech and Adtech ecosystems
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with additional Adobe Marketing Cloud tools (e.g., Test & Target, Audience Manager)
• Familiarity with web diagnostic tools such as Adobe Digital Pulse Debugger, Omnibug, or Charles Proxy
• Background in SEO, SEM, UX, or database marketing concepts
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Master’s preferred)