The Role
We're hiring a Head of Data Engineering to design and build the systems that deliver our data to tier-one hedge funds. This is our most senior technical role and is a true hybrid: you will own the architecture and build core parts of the platform yourself, while also leading a small engineering team and guiding how they build.You'll set the technical direction for our platform, work hands-on on critical systems, and make sure the team is building in a consistent, high-quality way. Your job is to turn a clear technical vision into real systems that run reliably every day.This role suits someone who enjoys designing systems end-to-end, getting close to the code, and helping a small team grow around a shared technical direction.What We Need You To DoOwn the architecture for data ingestion, transformation, validation, and delivery.Design and build key parts of the platform yourself.Lead a small engineering team and align their work to your technical vision.Introduce and run strong engineering practices such as code reviews, dev environments, CI/CD, sprint planning, testing, and monitoring.Move us from weekly or monthly delivery to reliable daily delivery.Design systems that are simple, automated, and resilient.Use LLMs and automation to reduce manual work across ingestion and delivery.Work with the CEO, Analytics, and Operations teams to turn real needs into technical plans.Improve reliability, observability, and failure recovery across the platform.What You Bring to Hatched6–10+ years in data engineering or backend engineering.Strong experience designing and evolving production systems.Deep Python and SQL experience.Experience running pipelines that operate daily and can't break.Comfortable being hands-on while also leading others.Strong instincts for simplicity, automation, and reliability.Experience with Snowflake, AWS, or similar stacks.Experience leading or mentoring a small team.Able to balance short-term delivery with long-term design.CLOSING COMMENTSWe're looking for someone who wants real ownership of a platform and a small team. You care about how systems actually behave in production, and you like getting close to the work while also helping others build well.You bring structure to messy problems and turn them into clear technical plans. You work well with business stakeholders and translate real needs into systems that deliver.You want to design, build, and lead, shaping both the platform and the way the team works.About us
Hatched is a data company operating in the world of alternative data - an industry transforming how investment decisions are made. We source, evaluate, and productize unique data assets on publicly-listed companies, transforming raw digital signals into investment-grade intelligence used in trading workflows in hedge funds. We partner with 7 of the top 20 hedge funds globally and have established a strong commercial foundation. What We OfferWe aim to provide a supportive, flexible, and growth-oriented environment where high performers can do their best work and build long-term careers. While specific compensation and benefits details will be discussed during the interview process, our overall approach includes:• Competitive total compensation with performance-based incentives• Opportunity to participate in the company's long-term success• Hybrid arrangements and time off• Comprehensive benefits• Investment in professional development and continuous learning• A collegial, dynamic, and high-ownership cultureWork AuthorizationPlease note that we are not able to consider candidates who currently or in the future will require visa sponsorship for this position.Equal Opportunity EmployerHatched is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.