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Manager, Data Engineering and Analytics

Date Posted: May 19, 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 20, 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 solutions. This role will directly contribute to the Foundation's fundraising and advancement operations by enhancing data delivery and reporting capabilities throughout the organization.

Key responsibilities

  • Manage a team of data analysts, developers, and engineers, setting strategic priorities and delegating work.
  • Direct the migration from legacy systems to a cloud analytics platform using Microsoft Fabric.
  • Implement structured SDLC practices, including request intake and release management.
  • Collaborate with leadership to align data capabilities with organizational strategies.
  • Design, implement, and support enterprise data warehouse and reporting solutions.
  • Develop SQL queries, analyze datasets, and support data environments.
  • Oversee the maintenance of data delivery layers for ad-hoc analysis.

Required skills

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in developing data products and analytics solutions.
  • 3+ years of managing technical staff.
  • Strong SQL expertise for developing queries and analyzing datasets.
  • Experience with Power BI or Tableau for dashboard creation.
  • Understanding of data modeling principles like star/snowflake schemas.

What the company offers

  • Starting salary range of $105,000 - $115,000 per year.
  • State-of-the-art, environmentally conscious workspace.
  • 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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