Director, Software Engineering - Analytics & Data

coupa-software-inc-ats-1; Foster City (CA); Hybrid; USD 219,000 - 258,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global Wellness Days

Birthday Time-Off

Volunteer Time Off (VTO)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Business Travel Protection

Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

Coupa is seeking a Director of Software Engineering for Analytics & Data in Foster City, CA. You will lead multiple data engineering teams to define and deliver a scalable data lake and semantic layer that powers advanced analytics and BI across the organization.

The role combines strategic vision with hands-on leadership, guiding architecture decisions, budgets, and delivery timelines while fostering a culture of technical excellence and collaboration.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of software engineering experience with 10+ in leadership.
• Proven architect of large-scale data platforms with data lakes and semantic layers.
• Experience guiding data engineering, BI, and analytics programs.

Responsibilities

• Define long-term technical vision for data lake and semantic layer.
• Lead and grow multiple data engineering teams.
• Architect scalable, cost-effective data pipelines and storage.
• Drive adoption of big data technologies and cloud services.
• Foster innovation and engineering excellence across teams.
• Manage budgets, resources, and project timelines.

Skills

Big data tech stack

Cloud platforms

Data modeling and ETL/ELT

SQL/NoSQL databases

Leadership and communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering

Tools

Delta Lake

Snowflake

Databricks

Airflow

Spark

Job description

Coupa makes margins multiply through its community-generated AI and industry-leading total spend management platform for businesses large and small. Coupa AI is informed by trillions of dollars of direct and indirect spend data across a global network of 10M+ buyers and suppliers. We empower you with the ability to predict, prescribe, and automate smarter, more profitable business decisions to improve operating margins.

Why join Coupa?

• Pioneering Technology: At Coupa, we're at the forefront of innovation, leveraging the latest technology to empower our customers with greater efficiency and visibility in their spend.
• Collaborative Culture: We value collaboration and teamwork, and our culture is driven by transparency, openness, and a shared commitment to excellence.
• Global Impact: Join a company where your work has a global, measurable impact on our clients, the business, and each other.

Learn more on Life at Coupa blog and hear from our employees about their experiences working at Coupa.

The Impact of a Director, Software Engineering - Analytics & Data at Coupa:

The Director of Software Engineering - Analytics & Data will be a highly technical and strategic leader responsible for defining, building, and delivering Coupa's next-generation data lake and semantic layer. This role will oversee multiple engineering teams, drive technical excellence, and ensure the successful implementation of scalable and performant data solutions that empower advanced analytics and business intelligence across the organization. The Director will report to the VP of Engineering or a similar executive leadership role.

What You'll Do:

• Define and execute the long-term technical vision and strategy for Coupa's data lake and semantic layer, aligning with overall company objectives.
• Lead, mentor, and grow multiple high-performing software engineering teams focused on data engineering, analytics applications, and platform infrastructure.
• Architect and oversee the design and implementation of highly scalable, resilient, and cost-effective data pipelines, data storage solutions (data lake), and semantic models.
• Drive the selection and adoption of cutting-edge big data technologies, cloud services, and best practices to optimize data processing, storage, and accessibility.
• Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and technical excellence within the analytics and data engineering organization.
• Manage engineering resources, budgets, and project timelines effectively to ensure timely and successful delivery of initiatives.

What You Will Bring to Coupa:

• 15+ years of progressive experience in software engineering, with at least 10+ years in a leadership role managing multiple software engineering teams, preferably within a B2B SaaS environment.
• Proven track record of successfully architecting, building, and delivering large-scale data platforms, including data lakes and semantic layers. Demonstrated ability to drive technical strategy, make sound architectural decisions, and lead complex technical initiatives from conception to production.

Proven hands-on experience with skills:

• Deep technical expertise in big data technologies (e.g., Spark, Kafka, Flink, Delta Lake, Snowflake, Databricks), cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), and modern data warehousing concepts. Expertise in data modeling, ETL/ELT processes, and building robust data pipelines using tools like Airflow or Luigi.
• Strong understanding of database technologies, including SQL, NoSQL, and columnar databases, with proven experience in query optimization and performance tuning.
• Excellent leadership, communication (verbal and written), and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization. Experience with agile development methodologies and a strong commitment to engineering best practices (CI/CD, automated testing, code reviews).
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.

The estimated pay range for this role is $219,300 - $258,00

The starting salary for the successful candidate will be based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location.

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At Coupa, we are 100% committed to creating and nurturing an environment that supports your physical, mental, and community well-being . We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to help you and your family thrive:

Global Well-Being Perks (For All Employees Globally)

• Global Wellness Days: Enjoy two designated, company-wide paid wellness days off each year (typically the first Friday in March and the last Friday in September) so the entire global team can unplug, step away, and recharge together .
• Birthday Time-Off: Celebrate your day! Coupa provides a paid day off on your birthday or another day of your choice within your birthday month .
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO): Giving back is in our DNA. We offer 40 hours of paid VTO annually to support the community initiatives and volunteer programs you are passionate about .
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access free, confidential, 24/7/365 counseling and resources for emotional support, work-life solutions, financial advice, legal guidance, and support for new parents .
• Business Travel Protection: Travel with peace of mind. Zurich Travel Assist provides medical, safety, pre-trip planning, and emergency support during any business travel .
• Referral Bonus Program: Share the Coupa experience! Receive generous monetary referral bonuses when you successfully refer talented friends or acquaintances who are hired into open roles .

Please note: In addition to these global well-being perks, Coupa offers highly competitive, location-specific benefits packages (which include comprehensive medical/dental insurance, retirement/pension plans, and life or accident protection) tailored to your primary work location. Your recruiter will walk you through the specific regional benefits package for this role during the interview process.

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