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Director, Technology (Data Architect)

Contract Type: Contract to Hire

Posted Date: September 2, 2025

ECCO Select is a talent acquisition and consulting company specializing in people, process and technology solutions. We provide the talent behind the technology enabling our clients to achieve their goals. For more information about ECCO Select, visit us at www.eccoselect.com.

Position Title: Director, Technology (Data Architect)      

Location Information: Kansas City or Memphis

 

Position Responsibilities:

– Design, develop, and optimize data models, pipelines, and integrations using Postgres, Apache, and related technologies.

– Implement and maintain scalable ETL/ELT workflows; experience with Airflow is ideal, but not required.

– Lead and mentor a team of 3–4 data engineers, providing technical guidance, coaching, and career development.

– Act as a trusted advisor to clients, understanding their business needs and translating them into effective technical solutions.

Essential Skills, Experience

– 8+ years of experience in data architecture, engineering, or related technical roles.

– Strong experience with Postgres, Apache, and Python.

– Exposure to Airflow (or willingness to learn quickly).

– Proven people management experience (leading 3–4 engineers).

– Excellent client-facing and communication skills; able to lead conversations with senior stakeholders.

– Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to balance hands-on technical work and leadership responsibilities.

ECCO Select is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. Our policy is to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Veterans of our United States Uniformed Services are specifically encouraged to apply for ECCO Select opportunities.

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