# Staff Data Engineer

**Company:** [Front](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/front)
**Location:** San Francisco, CA
**Role:** Data Engineering
**Salary:** $237k – $270k/yr
**Experience:** 7+ years
**Skills:** Snowflake, SQL, Python, Airflow, Spark, ETL, Data Pipelines, Data Modeling, Big Data, AI Tools
**Posted:** 2026-07-24

> Staff Data Engineer owning end-to-end analytics infrastructure at Front: design scalable pipelines and data models, ensure high data quality and reliability, enable self-serve access, and partner with analysts, data scientists, and stakeholders. Requires 5+ years data engineering experience, Snowflake expertise, advanced SQL/Python, and big data tools.

## Job Description

## 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.

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