Manager, Data Foundations
CurrentLead a team of 6 data engineers and SREs in fully implementing Databricks, modernizing Zapier’s data infrastructure while phasing out legacy systems. • Build and oversee mechanisms for data governance and privacy, ensuring sensitive data is protected from downstream use and meets compliance requirements. • Drive the technical strategy for the Data Foundations team, focusing on performance, scalability, and the creation of gatekeeping mechanisms for sensitive data. • Apply strengths-based coaching to manage the career development and performance of team members, using automation to track key business impact behaviors and aligning team contributions with strategic goals. • Collaborate with multiple departments to ensure the data platform supports evolving business needs and complies with data security standards.