Director of Data Engineering/B2B/Finance/Chicago Local

By myKelly | July 10, 2026

Director of Data Engineering/B2B/Finance/Chicago Local

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Chicago, IL, US

Information Technology

Full Time,

$160000 - $180000

On-site

Other/Non Classified

Chicago, IL, US

$160000 - $180000

Full Time,

Other/Non Classified

On-site

Information Technology

Apply On Motion Recruitment Applied

Job details

Our client is hiring a Director of Data Strategy & Analytics for a full-time, permanent role based in downtown Chicago, IL (hybrid — in-office Tuesdays). Our client is a fast-growing, profitable B2B eCommerce marketplace serving the property management sector, centralizing procurement and spend visibility for portfolio operators at scale. This leadership role sits at the intersection of data engineering, business intelligence, and financial strategy, owning the full data stack from pipeline infrastructure through BI platforms and advanced analytics

Our client needs a data leader who can build a strong infrastructure and culture. You’ll own the data narrative end-to-end, defining multi-year strategy, standing up a scalable data warehouse, and partnering with commercial, product, and operations leaders to drive real business decisions. This is a rare opportunity to build a data function largely from scratch inside a company that’s already profitable and growing fast. If you’re energized by turning messy data into competitive advantage and can move fluidly between fixing a broken pipeline and presenting a strategy to the board, this role was made for you.

Required Skills & Experience

  • 7+ years of progressive experience in data analytics, business intelligence, or data engineering, with 3–5+ years in a leadership role
  • Strong hands-on proficiency with SQL and at least one of Python or R; experience with dbt, Snowflake, BigQuery, Redshift, Fivetran, or Airflow
  • Deep experience with BI and data visualization platforms (Tableau, Looker, or Power BI) with a track record of building dashboards that drive commercial action
  • Demonstrated success building and leading data teams — hiring, developing, and retaining analytical talent
  • Familiarity with data governance frameworks and data privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA

Desired Skills & Experience

  • Proven background in B2B eCommerce, marketplace, or a B2B SaaS environment
  • Experience with statistical modeling, forecasting techniques, and A/B testing methodologies
  • Experience evaluating and managing data platform vendors and cloud data warehouse tooling
  • Exposure to AI/ML-powered analytics and emerging data technologies

What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown
70% Python and SQL
30% Snowflake and DBT
Daily Responsibilities

  • 30% Hands On
  • 70% Management Duties

The Offer

  • Bonus eligible

You will receive the following benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Vacation Time
  • Stock Options

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.

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