Software Development Manager, Cloud Data Platform

Meet Benevity

The world’s coolest companies (and their employees) use Benevity’s technology to take social action on the issues they care about. Through giving, volunteering, grantmaking, employee resource groups and micro-actions, we help most of the Fortune 100 brands build better cultures and use their power for good. We’re also one of the first B Corporations in Canada, meaning we’re as committed to purpose as we are to profits. We have people working all over the world, including Canada, Spain, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, the United States and more!

Benevity’s software architecture has evolved to include a diverse technology stack. The front-end application, using mainly VueJS, is designed for both desktop and mobile web rendering. Our back-end systems (some Java SpringBoot, some PHP) manage data processing, interfaces with external providers, and ensures robust security.  We run and operate our systems in the AWS cloud, leveraging where possible cloud-native technology. We emphasize clean, maintainable code and use GIT for version control and collaboration. Additionally, our platform integrates with various external services for functionalities like email communication, content storage, and server-to-server interactions.

Our culture is driven by our core value of “we-are-we” and as a Sr Manager – Cloud Data Platform, you will work in an outcome-driven environment where collaboration with your product, design and engineering counterparts is paramount.

If you’re eager to make a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting, we invite you to join our team!

What you’ll do:

The Manager of Cloud Data Platform will be responsible for managing and optimizing our cloud data platform, ensuring it meets the needs of our business and supports our strategic objectives. This role requires a deep understanding of cloud technologies, data architecture, and data management practices. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background combined with leadership experience.

• Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of the cloud data platform.
• Ensure the operationalization of a scalable, secure and reliable cloud platform.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the cloud data platform, including monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance optimization
• Develop and execute an advance data strategy in alignment with business goals
• Design and implement data architecture that supports data integration, analytics, and business intelligence
• Ensure data architecture aligns with industry best practices and standards
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of data engineers, architects, and analysts
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide feedback to team members.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, product management, and business units, to understand data needs and deliver effective solutions
• Communicate data platform capabilities and benefits to stakeholders
• Manage relationships with external vendors and service providers
• Ensure the cloud data platform complies with security policies and industry regulations
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions to enhance platform performance and efficiency

What you’ll bring:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience 
• 7+ years of experience in data engineering, data architecture, or related roles with cloud experience
• 7+ years of experience in managing cloud data platforms and leading technical teams.
• Expertise in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Strong understanding of data architecture, data integration, and data management practices.
• Knowledge of data governance and data security practices.
• Experience with cloud-based platforms and building data engineering solutions (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Familiarity with Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) Pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, AWS CodePipeline, GCP Cloud Build)
• A strength in pragmatically designing, building and deploying scalable, highly-available systems
• Excellent communication skills: you understand user needs and have the ability to translate them into actionable pieces of work

Great-to-have:

• Certification in relevant cloud platforms or technologies

Discover your purpose at work

We are not employees, we are Benevity-ites. From all locations, backgrounds and walks of life, who deserve more …

Innovative work. Growth opportunities. Caring co-workers. And a chance to do work that fills us with a sense of purpose.

If the idea of working on tech that helps people do good in the world lights you up ... If you want a career where you’re valued for who you are and challenged to see who you can become …

It’s time to join Benevity. We’re so excited to meet you.

Where we work

At Benevity, we have developed a Community First approach that we design our people's experience around with goals to build a strong community and culture, achieve stellar execution of our business goals and social mandate, and ensure Benevity-ites thrive. For those who live within a reasonable commuting distance to an office, we can split our time working in the office and from home to optimize the opportunities of both, with the requirement that we spend at least 50% of the time in the office.

Join a company where DEIB isn’t a buzzword

The diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills and passions of our people make it possible for us to keep innovating as the market leader in our space.

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are part of Benevity’s DNA. You’ll see the impact of our massive investment in DEIB daily — from our Black Employee Network making space for us to have difficult conversations to our Pride events and the exceptional diversity on our leadership and tech teams.

We strive to build a strong culture of belonging so that every Benevity-ite feels included and can thrive as their authentic selves — in a place where everyone has an equitable opportunity to shine!