Architect Scalable Data Ecosystems: Design and oversee the implementation of high-performance data architectures (Data Lake/Mesh).
Drive AI & ML Strategy: Lead the technical integration of AI models into our data pipelines.
Lead Data Governance: Establish the "source of truth." Define data models, schemas, and quality standards.
Optimize for Speed and Cost: Analyze the performance of our data processing (ETL/ELT) and storage systems.
Mentorship and Technical Leadership: Act as a force multiplier. Mentor junior engineers and conduct code reviews.
Stakeholder Partnership: Translate complex security and business requirements into technical roadmaps.

Requirements

Senior-Level Experience: Typically, 5+ years of experience in data engineering, backend software development, or site reliability engineering.
Architectural Fluency: Deep understanding of distributed data systems and modeling techniques.
Database Expertise: Deep experience in performance tuning and optimization, along with advanced database troubleshooting skills.
AI/ML Integration: Practical experience integrating AI/ML workflows into data systems.
Advanced Coding Skills: Proficiency in Python, SQL, and experience with data orchestration tools (e.g., Airflow, Dagster) and containerization (Kubernetes/OpenShift).
Strategic Communication: You can debate technical trade-offs with engineers and explain the impact of those trade-offs to non-technical leadership.
The "Generalist" Mindset: You are not dogmatic about tools.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
Retirement 401(k) with employer match
Paid time off and holidays
Paid parental leave plans for all new parents
Leave benefits including disability, paid family medical leave, and paid military leave
Additional benefits including employee stock purchase plan, family planning reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more!

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

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Soft Skills

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