Senior/Staff Data Engineer

For our client, we are seeking a Senior/Staff Data Engineer to join the team of a leader in the Enterprise Technology space.

This role will shape the technical direction of the data platform, with a focus on building reliable systems that keep data accurate, timely, and ready for use across the organization. You will partner closely with engineering and cross-functional teams to improve orchestration, governance, and delivery of data products. The position also supports the integration of data science and AI workflows into production environments.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $135,000 – $160,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Own and set the technical direction of the data platform engineering architecture
• Build and operate reliable data pipelines that ensure data accuracy and timeliness
• Evolve workflow and orchestration platforms for improved operational reliability
• Enhance the BigQuery environment with a focus on performance, cost, and governance
• Develop cloud services and infrastructure using infrastructure as code practices
• Establish and improve engineering standards across the data platform
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to clarify requirements and communicate project timelines and risks
• Support the integration of data science and AI workflows into production environments

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Data Engineering or Analytics Engineering with a history of delivering complex systems
• Expertise in cloud data warehouses, including BigQuery, Databricks, and Snowflake, with experience in data modeling and performance tuning
• Strong skills in Python and SQL for building ingestion and ELT pipelines
• Experience with orchestration platforms such as Prefect or Airflow, with a focus on operational reliability
• Hands-on experience with cloud infrastructure and infrastructure as code tools such as Terraform
• Background in building cloud applications or backend services, particularly APIs and event-driven workflows
• Proven mentoring experience and strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration

Benefits

• 4 weeks of paid vacation
• 14 weeks of fully paid parental leave for all parents
• 100% employer-paid medical coverage for employees and dependents
• Monthly lifestyle stipend for wellness and personal development activities
• Commuter benefits and home office stipends for remote employees

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.