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Manager, Data Engineering and Analytics

Date Posted: May 17, 2026
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    Location Champaign, Illinois, United States of America
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    Job Type: Permanent
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    Apply Before: Jun 17, 2026
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Job Description

Overview

The University of Illinois Foundation is seeking a Manager of Data Engineering and Analytics to lead a team responsible for building and maintaining enterprise data and reporting solutions that support fundraising and decision-making functions. This role involves close collaboration with advancement leadership and technical teams to enhance data capabilities and implement modern cloud analytics platforms.

Key responsibilities

  • Manage a team of data professionals, setting strategic priorities and overseeing work.
  • Direct migration from legacy infrastructure to a modern cloud analytics platform using Microsoft Fabric.
  • Implement structured SDLC and delivery practices including request intake and release management.
  • Align data capabilities with organizational strategy and enterprise reporting needs.
  • Collaborate with technical teams to design and support enterprise data warehouse and analytics solutions.
  • Develop queries and analyze datasets using strong SQL expertise.
  • Oversee the design and maintenance of data warehouse reporting and data delivery layer.

Required skills

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience developing data products and analytics from data warehouse environments.
  • 3+ years of experience managing technical staff.
  • Experience designing and building interactive dashboards using Power BI or Tableau.
  • Strong SQL expertise including data modeling principles and design of data tables.
  • Advanced SQL and T-SQL proficiency with cloud data platforms like Microsoft Fabric or Azure.
  • Familiarity with advancement operations and CRM platforms like Blackbaud.
  • Knowledge of DevOps/DataOps practices including CI/CD pipelines.

What the company offers

  • Starting salary range of $105,000 - $115,000 per year.
  • State-of-the-art, environmentally conscious workspace in a LEED-certified building.
  • Hybrid work schedule with up to 2 days of remote work flexibility.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, and dental coverage.
  • Company paid life insurance and generous vacation time (24 days annually).
  • Generous pension benefits.

Skills Required

Company Overview

University of Illinois Foundation
Champaign, Illinois, United States of America
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The University of Illinois Foundation is the official fundraising and private gift-receiving organization of the University of Illinois. It collaborates with various stakeholders to create fundraising programs and opportunities that benefit the Unive... Read More

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