Kforce has a client that is seeking an Engineering Manager - Data in West Des Moines, IA. Summary: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Engineering Manager to lead a team focused on building platforms and tools that enhance the productivity of data engineering teams across the enterprise. This role is ideal for a technical leader who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about developer experience, platform engineering, and scalable systems. Key Responsibilities: * Lead and support full-stack engineering teams developing internal platforms and tools to accelerate data engineering workflows * Provide technical mentorship to senior engineers working with technologies such as MongoDB, SQL Server, Kafka, Java/Spring, and Node.js * Align team priorities with enterprise data architecture strategies and self-service capabilities * Define and implement engineering best practices, architectural standards, and SDLC processes * Collaborate with product owners, data architects, and business stakeholders to translate user needs into sustainable platform features * Hire, develop, and retain top engineering talent while fostering a culture of ownership, growth, and collaboration * Manage project delivery, balancing technical debt, support, and new development * Stay current with trends in developer experience, automation, and platform engineering to drive continuous improvement * Promote strong collaboration with DevOps, security, and infrastructure teams to ensure platform resilience and scalability