Senior Data Management Engineer

CareDx, Inc. is a leading precision medicine solutions company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of clinically differentiated, high-value healthcare solutions for transplant patients and caregivers. CareDx offers products, testing services, and digital healthcare solutions along the pre- and post-transplant patient journey, and is the leading provider of genomics-based information for transplant patients.

We are seeking a Senior Data Management Engineer with 8–10 years of experience in enterprise data engineering and management. In this role, you will be responsible for building and maintaining robust data pipelines, managing database deployments, and ensuring reliable database replication across mission-critical environments. You will play a key part in shaping our modern data ecosystem by leveraging Azure Data Factory (ADF) and enterprise database technologies to deliver secure, scalable, and high-quality data solutions.

This position is ideal for a seasoned professional who enjoys working across data integration, administration, and governance while collaborating closely with business and technology stakeholders.

What You'll Do

Design & Develop Pipelines: Build, automate, and optimize ETL/ELT workflows using Azure Data Factory (ADF).Database Deployment & Administration: Support schema design, versioning, migrations, and perform administrative tasks such as performance monitoring, tuning, indexing, and access management.Replication & Synchronization: Implement and maintain database replication strategies to ensure high availability and consistency across systems.Data Quality & Governance: Define and enforce validation frameworks, ensuring compliance with governance standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).Optimization & Troubleshooting: Optimize SQL queries and data processes for speed, cost, and scalability, while resolving pipeline or replication issues.Collaboration & Leadership: Partner with architects, analysts, and DBAs to deliver end-to-end solutions. Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and champion best practices in data engineering and DevOps.

What We're Looking For

Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (Master's preferred).Experience: 8–10 years in data engineering / data management, with proven expertise in Azure Data Factory (ADF).Database Skills: Strong hands-on background in database deployment, administration, and replication (SQL Server, Oracle, or PostgreSQL).Data Knowledge: Proficiency in SQL, ETL/ELT frameworks, data modeling, and data warehousing concepts.Cloud Expertise: Experience with Azure services such as Data Lake, Synapse, and Delta Lake.DevOps & Automation: Familiarity with CI/CD practices for pipelines and database code deployment (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions).Governance: Solid understanding of data security, compliance, and governance frameworks.

Preferred Qualifications

Certifications: Data Engineering on Microsoft Azure or Azure Database Administrator Associate.Experience with real-time streaming tools (Kafka, Event Hub).Exposure to infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, ARM templates, Liquibase, Flyway).Knowledge of Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, or other monitoring tools.

Why Join Us

Work on cutting-edge cloud data platforms with impact across the organization.Collaborate with a talented cross-functional team of engineers, analysts, and business leaders.Opportunity to lead best practices in data engineering and DevOps automation.Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and career growth opportunities.

Additional Details: 

Every individual at CareDx has a direct impact on our collective mission to improve the lives of organ transplant patients worldwide. We believe in taking great care of our people, so they take even greater care of our patients. 

Our competitive Total Rewards package for US Employees includes:

Competitive base salary and incentive compensationHealth and welfare benefits, including a gym reimbursement program401(k) savings plan matchEmployee Stock Purchase PlanPre-tax commuter benefitsAnd morePlease refer to our page to view detailed benefits at 

In addition, we have a Living Donor Employee Recovery Policy that allows up to 30 days of paid leave annually to a full-time employee who makes the selfless act of donating an organ or bone marrow.

With products that are making a difference in the lives of transplant patients today and a promising pipeline for the future, it's an exciting time to be part of the CareDx team. Join us in partnering with transplant patients to transform our future together.

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This is the anticipated base salary range for candidates who will work in Brisbane, California. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include, but are not limited to, the type and length of experience within the job, the type and length of experience within the industry, education, etc. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives and restricted stock units. CareDx is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.

San Francisco Bay Area Roles

$112,000 - $140,000 USD

This is the anticipated base salary range in the United States. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include, but are not limited to, the type and length of experience within the job, the type and length of experience within the industry, education, etc. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives and restricted stock units. CareDx is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.

Remote: US only roles

$96,000 - $120,000 USD

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