Data Engineering Manager, Video Engineering

What you'll do

• Manage the day-to-day operations of data collection software, firmware, and hardware test infrastructure.
• Lead and mentor a team of engineers and technical staff to ensure high-quality test results.
• Coordinate with vendors and suppliers to source, onboard, and maintain necessary equipment and services.
• Oversee data acquisition pipelines including sensor instrumentation, data quality validation, and storage infrastructure.
• Translate complex technical requirements into actionable plans, timelines, and deliverables for diverse stakeholders.
• Develop and scale operational processes for test infrastructure, lab space, and staffing models.
• Review technical plans to ensure data collection supports ML model and algorithm testing.
• Communicate data-driven insights to guide operational decisions and report to engineering and business partners.

What we're looking for

• Bachelor of Science degree and at least 10 years of relevant industry experience.
• At least 5 years in an engineering or technical role and 5 years in a people management or team lead capacity.
• Experience with data collection software, firmware, hardware test environments, automation, and hardware bring-up workflows.
• Knowledge of ML model/algorithm testing, data acquisition pipelines, and data management practices.
• Ability to communicate data-driven insights and translate technical requirements for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proficiency in prompt engineering and AI-assisted development workflows.
• Experience managing teams in hardware development, test/validation, or lab operations (preferred).
• Track record of scaling operational processes and managing cross-functional projects with external vendors (preferred).