DAE Lead Consultant

At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life’s uncertainties. And for more than 90 years, our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection. 

Job Description

We are seeking a Lead Data Engineering (DAE) Consultant to design and deliver scalable data infrastructure and advanced analytics solutions that support Data Science and business teams. This role acts as a technical leader and trusted partner, working closely with data scientists, analysts, and stakeholders to transform complex, ambiguous problems into production-ready data solutions.

The ideal candidate has strong expertise in Python, SQL, and Microsoft Fabric, along with experience leveraging AI/ML tools and modern data platforms. This role requires someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can navigate ambiguity, and is highly detail-oriented.

Key Responsibilities

 Lead the design and implementation of scalable data pipelines and ETL workflows 
- Architect and optimize enterprise data infrastructure using Microsoft Fabric 
- Partner with stakeholders to translate ambiguous business needs into effective technical solutions 
- Translate complex technical solutions into clear, actionable insights for business partners 
- Develop prototypes and lead transition into production-grade systems 
- Establish and maintain data quality, monitoring, and validation frameworks 
- Leverage AI/ML tools to enhance automation and insights 
- Drive change management and adoption of new data solutions 
- Optimize performance for large-scale data environments 
- Serve as SME guiding data engineering best practices 
- Influence data strategy and support evolving business needs 
 
Required Qualifications 
 
- 5+ years of experience in Data Engineering or related field 
- Strong expertise in Python, SQL, and Microsoft Fabric 
- Experience building ETL/ELT pipelines at scale 
- Experience supporting Data Science and analytics use cases 
- Experience with AI/ML tools or platforms 
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment 
- Ability to manage ambiguity and prioritize effectively 
- Strong attention to detail and data quality 
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills 
 
Additional Information 
 
- This role does not have supervisory responsibilities 
 

Skills

Actionable Insights, Analytics, Communication, Computer Programming, Data Analytics, Data Engineering, Data Science, Product Roadmapping, Python (Programming Language), Structured Query Language (SQL)

Compensation

Compensation offered for this role is 110,000.00 - 181,025.00 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.

The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation.

 

Joining our team isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. One where you can shape the future of protection while supporting causes that mean the most to you. Joining our team means being part of something bigger – a winning team making a meaningful impact.

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