Staff Data Engineer

Responsibilities

• Architect data pipelines that provide fast, optimized, and robust end-to-end solutions for internal users of the analytics infrastructure.
• Automate manual processes and create a platform in favor of self-service data consumption.
• Own the quality of our analytics data and ensure the Data Team’s SLAs are met on a timely basis.
• Design data schemas and fine-tune queries around large, complex data sets.
• Interface with data scientists, analysts, and non-data stakeholders to understand their needs and promote best data practices.
• Keep our data available and secure across multiple data centers and regions.
• Implement a robust monitoring & logging framework that guarantees traceability and audibility.
• Vet tools and technologies for the most viable solution for each problem at hand, and manage tools and data vendors involved.
• Bring strong AI fluency to how you build and operate — using AI tools thoughtfully to accelerate development, improve quality, and unlock new approaches to data reliability and automation.

Requirements

• BS/BA in Computer Science, Mathematics, or a relevant technical field (or equivalent practical experience).
• At least 5 years of experience as a Data Engineer, or in a role with deep ETL expertise.
• Experience managing a Snowflake data warehouse.
• Strong programming fundamentals, with an ability to write modular, maintainable code.
• Advanced SQL and Python skills and strong comfort working with large datasets.
• Working knowledge of at least one big data technology (HDFS, EMR, Redshift, Spark, Flink, or Presto).
• Experience with workflow management tools (preferably Airflow).
• A proactive, service-oriented mindset with a “can-do” approach and positive attitude.
• Strong ability to manage multiple projects/tasks across multiple stakeholders.

Nice-to-Haves

• Strong AI fluency.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Equity (post-series D & backed by some of the best VCs in the US).
• Private health insurance, including plan options at no cost to employees.
• Paid parental leave.
• Flexible time off policy.
• Flexibility to work from home Monday and Friday.
• Mental health support with Workplace Options.
• Family planning support with Maven.
• $100 per month Lifestyle Stipend to spend on fitness, health and wellness, and other activities.
• Wellness Days - additional day off on months with no holidays.
• Winter Break - offices closed from Christmas to New Year's Day.