Analytics Engineering Manager

Quick summaryOwn Looker and the semantic layer; build trust in analytics; partner with data engineering; grow a team of analytics engineers.Who we areKin makes life simpler, more affordable, and better for homeowners — especially in the places where climate risks, rising costs, and outdated systems make it harder. We start with smarter homeowners insurance and expand to everything homeowners need to thrive. Using data, technology, and thoughtful human support, we’re building products that are clear, fair, and help homeowners feel confident — so homeowners aren’t left behind when they need help most.Founded in 2016, Kin is a remote-first employer with Kinfolk across more than 35 states. We serve customers in 13 states (and counting). Our disciplined growth, strong customer satisfaction, and focus on long-term sustainability fosters outstanding growth, attracts marquee investors, and earns recognition and accolades, including:Built In Chicago's Best Places to Work, Midsize Companies (2021-2026)Forbes' America's Best Startup Employers (2021-2024)Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private CompaniesForbes’ Fintech 50 (2025-2026)Great Places to Work Certified (2024-2026)Most importantly, we’re building Kin to be a place where people do meaningful work with real impact — for our customers, our communities, and each other. We're excited to tell you more about how you can contribute to our rapid growth, strong unit economics, profitability, and excellent customer ratings. To learn more about how we work and what we’re building, visit kin.com and see how we work.The opportunityWe’re looking for an Analytics Engineering Manager to lead the discipline of turning well-modeled data into shared, trusted business understanding. You’ll own the direction and quality of our semantic layer, enterprise reporting, and BI practices while partnering closely with data engineers and stakeholders across Kin’s business.You’ll own Kin’s semantic layer and BI platform, Looker, and be responsible for the care and evolution of core enterprise reports, as well as the enablement of self-service analytics for smaller and exploratory use cases. You’ll blend your technical leadership, stakeholder collaboration, and hands-on skills to optimize our use of data.Your responsibilitiesProvide directional administration of the Looker platform, including permissions, performance considerations, content lifecycle, and development standardsPartner with teams to align on shared metrics and definitions, and guide them through semantic tradeoffs and definition differencesOversee the care, development, and reliability of Kin’s core dashboards and reportsPartner with data engineers and provide input on dimensional model design and evolution while advocating for best practices that support downstream analyticsHire and lead analytics engineers, mentoring them on modeling, semantic design, and stakeholder partnershipDevelop and implement new analytics and reporting solutionsWhat success looks likeA clearer direction for Kin’s BI semantic layer, prioritizing simplicity, consistency and long-term durabilityEnhanced self-service through curated datasets, reusable metrics, documentation, and lightweight guardrailsImproved performance and reliability of enterprise level and self-service reporting and dashboardsA larger and higher-performing analytics engineering teamYour experience & skills6–8+ years in analytics engineering, BI engineering, or data modeling rolesExpert-level SQL and dimensional modeling abilitiesAdvanced reasoning related to metrics, definitions, and business meaningProven ability to design simple, durable semantic layers over complex dataComfort influencing upstream data design without owning ingestion or platform operationsExcellent written and verbal communication skills, and ability to align technical and non-technical partnersHigh emotional intelligence and empathy when working through differing perspectivesDemonstrated leadership through mentoring, technical direction-setting, or informal team leadershipHands-on experience with modern lakehouse or warehouse platforms (e.g., Databricks) or BI tools (e.g., Looker)How we hireWe believe a great hiring experience should be clear, respectful, and human. We’ll accept applications for this position until March 6th, 2026. While our recruiting team uses AI tools for efficiency, resumes are still screened by Kin’s in-house recruiters, and candidate evaluations and hiring decisions are made by recruiters and hiring teams. Rest assured, real people make real decisions.The hiring process and timeline for each role will vary, depending on the position. However, here are some things you can expect from us:Prompt updates and feedback following interviewsInterviews with recruiters, hiring managers, and members of teamsSkills assessment relevant to the position, if applicableGenuine, thoughtful human interaction at every stepOur benefitsWe offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits program, allowing you to choose the benefits that are best for you and your family, starting on the first day of the month following your start date.Core Benefits That Support YouCompetitive salary and company equity through Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), granted as part of our standard compensation package401(k) with company match up to 4% of eligible earningsMultiple medical plan options, plus dental and vision coverageCompany-funded HSA contributions (based on medical plan selection)Company-paid life insurance and short-term disabilityEmployee referral bonusesHealth & WellbeingA variety of supplemental benefit options, including long-term disability, critical illness, accident, legal, and pet insuranceAccess to mental health support and confidential counseling resourcesTime Away & BalanceFlexible PTO for exempt employees (most employees take 15–20 days per year), plus 8 company-observed holidaysPaid parental leave, including up to 14 weeks at 100% pay for birthing parents and 8 weeks at 100% pay for non-birthing parentsGrowth & DevelopmentCareer mobility and internal growth opportunities across the organizationProfessional development budgets for certifications, conferences, and learning available, subject to management approvalHow we workWe don’t just hire for skills. We hire for alignment. Kinfolk bring diverse perspectives, but we’re united by a shared set of values that shape how we work and how we show up for each other and our customers.Run through walls, together - Our industry is stuck in the status quo. But Kin is different. We are challengers. Innovators unwavering in our mission to fix insurance for those who need it most. We are changing insurance for good. We roll up our sleeves, take action, and get “impossible” things done every day with grit and teamwork.Raise the bar. Drop the ego - Attitudes are contagious. Every one of us is responsible for creating the culture we want to work in. High performance. Low drama. Always respectful. Like professional sports teams, we win by working in sync. We show up, work hard, and play to each other’s strengths.Act like an owner - We are owners, fully accountable for achieving Kin’s mission. That requires positive, proactive, big-picture thinking well beyond our job descriptions. Ask questions, Take ownership. Do the right thing, even when it‘s hard. Because when Kin thrives, so do you. And so do our customers.Operate lean. Deliver more - We build efficiency into everything we do. Each dollar we save gets reinvested to deliver more to our customers: better pricing, more products, and new innovations. We work smarter by relentlessly prioritizing and using technology, including AI, to multiply our impact. Lean is about focus, not deprivation. Lean isn't a limitation – it's our competitive advantage.Keep asking ‘What if?’ - We value curiosity. To make insurance better for our customers, we experiment. We embrace insights. And we base decisions on data rather than assumptions. We see setbacks as opportunities for growth and are always learning and improving. Both individually and as a company.Where we workWe are a remote-first company with offices in Chicago, IL and St. Petersburg, FL where teams can come together for collaboration.For Sales Agents and Customer Service Agents: These roles sit in any of the following 30 states: AL, AZ, CO, FL, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, MA, MD, ME, MI, MO, MT, NC, NE, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, and WI.For all other positions, these roles can sit in any of the following 40 states: AL, AR, AZ, CA (exempt only), CO, CT, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, MA, ME, MD, MI, MN, MO, MT, NC, NE, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, and WI. Please only apply if you are able to live and work full-time in one of the states listed above.For remote technical positions located in Canada, we are only able to hire individuals who reside in Ontario. Applicants must be able to live and work full-time in Ontario to be considered.State locations and specifics are subject to change as our hiring requirements shift.EEOC statementKin is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We don't just accept difference – we honor it, nurture it, and celebrate it. We don’t discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Kin welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require accommodation, please contact us by sending an email to careers@kin.com