Lead Data Engineer

Selby Jennings; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 350,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading trading firm in Chicago is seeking a Lead Data Engineer to architect a new data platform. The role involves collaborating with trading and global teams to deliver high-performance solutions while mentoring a team of engineers. Ideal candidates have over 5 years of experience in data engineering and familiarity with Databricks migration. This full-time position offers a competitive salary range of $350,000.00 to $900,000.00 per year.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data engineering, including recent leadership experience.
• Hands-on experience with Databricks migration or similar technologies.
• Strong understanding of data governance principles.

Responsibilities

• Architect and build a next‑generation data platform.
• Partner with teams to design scalable, high‑performance data solutions.
• Lead and mentor a team of engineers, driving best practices.

Skills

Data engineering

Leadership

Databricks

Data governance

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science or a related field

Job description

Join one of the top options market makers in the industry - a firm recognized for its innovation and cutting‑edge technology. The company is undergoing a complete transformation in how it manages data and is seeking a Lead Data Engineer to help build a new, all‑in‑one data platform. In this role, you’ll collaborate with business leaders across trading groups, research teams, historical data teams, and global offices.

Unlike traditional trading firms that rely on star traders, market makers depend on elite technologists to develop high‑performance, data‑intensive systems. If you’re passionate about low‑level optimization and want to work at the intersection of finance and technology, this is a unique opportunity.

Base pay range

$350,000.00/yr - $900,000.00/yr

What You’ll Do

• Architect and build a next‑generation data platform, including ETL/ELT pipelines and migration projects
• Partner with trading, research, and global teams to design scalable, high‑performance real‑time data solutions
• Lead and mentor a team of engineers, driving best practices and technical excellence

Who You Are

• 5+ years of experience in data engineering, including recent leadership experience
• Hands‑on experience with Databricks migration or similar technologies
• Strong understanding of data governance principles
• B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science or a related field

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Financial Services and Capital Markets

Location

Chicago, IL