Data Engineer

Unit8

Data Engineer designing and maintaining data pipelines for AI projects at Unit8. Working closely with clients on real-world business challenges in data and AI.

Posted 4/24/2026full-timeDenver • Colorado • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $120,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Distributed SystemsPythonSpark

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, build, maintain, and troubleshoot data pipelines and processing systems that are relied on for both production and analytics applications, using variety of open-source and closed-source technologies.
Help drive optimization, testing and tooling to improve data quality.
Collaborate with other software engineers, ML experts and stakeholders, taking learning and leadership opportunities that will arise every single day.
Work in multi-functional agile teams to continuously experiment, iterate and deliver on new product objectives.
Interact with our clients to understand their data-related challenges and related tech and business questions they need to answer.

Requirements

What you’ll need

You are a proficient software engineer who knows the fundamentals of computer science and you master the Python programming language.
You know how to write distributed services and work with high-volume heterogeneous data, preferably with distributed systems such as Spark.
You are knowledgeable about data governance, data access, and data storage techniques.
You have worked with Palantir Foundry or are willing to get upskilled.
You have strong client-facing skills: comfortable interacting with clients (business & technical audience), delivering presentations, problem-solving mindset.
You understand the value of teamwork.
You are willing to travel to meet with our clients and the team (mainly in Europe - up to 15% of your time).

Benefits

Comp & perks

High-Stakes Work: You will work on critical projects that transform how major industries operate.
A "Builder" Culture: We are not a slide-deck consultancy. We build things that work. You will be surrounded by engineers and data scientists who share your passion for execution.
Pioneering role and autonomy: As a key member of our US growth, you will have the freedom to shape how we deliver value in this new market.
Groundbreaking Opportunity: You will play a pivotal role in establishing Unit8's footprint in the USA, driving the growth and impact of our operations in this emerging market.
Rewarding Package: The estimated base salary range for this position is $120,000 – $150,000. In addition to base pay, total compensation includes an annual bonus based on individual and company performance. We also offer a 401(k) retirement plan and comprehensive health insurance. Final compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and skills.
20 days of paid vacation, plus a culture that actually encourages you to take them.

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Hard Skills & Tools

Pythondistributed serviceshigh-volume datadistributed systemsSparkdata governancedata accessdata storage techniques

Soft Skills

client-facing skillsproblem-solvingteamworkcommunication