Staff Software Engineer - Data Platform

locationUnited States
Charlotte Russell
Consultant Name
Charlotte Russell
SECTOR
Technology
JOB TYPE
Permanent
DATE POSTED
30 January 2025

Lead Data Platform Engineer
Remote


About the Company
We are an innovative technology company focused on helping organizations optimize operations while minimizing their environmental footprint. Our platform provides advanced tools designed to improve efficiency, sustainability, and data-driven decision making, empowering businesses to create lasting positive change.
Operating fully remotely with a globally distributed team, we are led by experienced professionals who have contributed significantly to the technology industry. The wellfunded company is on a strong growth trajectory with a growing client base and increasing market presence.


Engineering Team
Our engineering team thrives on a comprehensive understanding of the entire technical ecosystem, fostering collaboration and ensuring productivity. We prioritize technical expertise, innovation, and cross-functional teamwork. Our tech stack includes:

  • Backend: Node.js, Prisma ORM, PostgreSQL
  • APIs: REST, GraphQL
  • Frontend: React with Next.js
  • Low-latency/High-throughput API: Golang
  • Data Warehouse: BigQuery
  • Batch Orchestration: Airflow
  • Event Orchestration: Temporal
  • Batch Jobs: Apache Beam (Dataflow runner)
  • SQL Transformations: Performed directly in BigQuery

The Role
We are looking for a Lead Engineer to join our Data Platform team. This individual contributor role will report directly to the CTO and be responsible for building the core platform and developing shared tools to support our data engineering and data science teams. You will also mentor junior engineers, collaborate with product and design teams, and contribute to scaling the engineering organization as it grows.


What We’re Looking For

  • 5+ years of experience building data platforms in high-volume, scalable environments with distributed teams
  • Expertise in cloud platforms such as Google Cloud or AWS
  • Strong proficiency in Python and SQL
  • Experience with data warehouses like BigQuery (or alternatives such as Redshift, Snowflake, etc.)
  • Familiarity with orchestration tools such as Airflow, Prefect, or Dagster
  • Experience with Clickhouse
  • Proven ability to foster an inclusive and collaborative work culture Nice-to-Haves
  • Experience with Golang, Typescript
  • Background in green tech, clean tech, or other sustainability-focused industries
  • Prior experience in globally distributed, remote startup environments Our Culture
  • Clear, empathetic communication: As a remote-first team, we value clarity and empathy in our communication, utilizing tools like Notion and Miro for collaboration.
  • Healthy conflict: We encourage constructive discussions focused on finding solutions and driving progress.
  • Accountability: We take pride in delivering on our commitments and following through on what we say we will do.
  • Systemic change: We are dedicated to driving innovation and positive change across industries, with a focus on sustainability and long-term impact.
SECTOR
Technology
JOB TYPE
Permanent
DATE POSTED
30 January 2025

Consultant

Lead Data Platform Engineer
Remote


About the Company
We are an innovative technology company focused on helping organizations optimize operations while minimizing their environmental footprint. Our platform provides advanced tools designed to improve efficiency, sustainability, and data-driven decision making, empowering businesses to create lasting positive change.
Operating fully remotely with a globally distributed team, we are led by experienced professionals who have contributed significantly to the technology industry. The wellfunded company is on a strong growth trajectory with a growing client base and increasing market presence.


Engineering Team
Our engineering team thrives on a comprehensive understanding of the entire technical ecosystem, fostering collaboration and ensuring productivity. We prioritize technical expertise, innovation, and cross-functional teamwork. Our tech stack includes:

  • Backend: Node.js, Prisma ORM, PostgreSQL
  • APIs: REST, GraphQL
  • Frontend: React with Next.js
  • Low-latency/High-throughput API: Golang
  • Data Warehouse: BigQuery
  • Batch Orchestration: Airflow
  • Event Orchestration: Temporal
  • Batch Jobs: Apache Beam (Dataflow runner)
  • SQL Transformations: Performed directly in BigQuery

The Role
We are looking for a Lead Engineer to join our Data Platform team. This individual contributor role will report directly to the CTO and be responsible for building the core platform and developing shared tools to support our data engineering and data science teams. You will also mentor junior engineers, collaborate with product and design teams, and contribute to scaling the engineering organization as it grows.


What We’re Looking For

  • 5+ years of experience building data platforms in high-volume, scalable environments with distributed teams
  • Expertise in cloud platforms such as Google Cloud or AWS
  • Strong proficiency in Python and SQL
  • Experience with data warehouses like BigQuery (or alternatives such as Redshift, Snowflake, etc.)
  • Familiarity with orchestration tools such as Airflow, Prefect, or Dagster
  • Experience with Clickhouse
  • Proven ability to foster an inclusive and collaborative work culture Nice-to-Haves
  • Experience with Golang, Typescript
  • Background in green tech, clean tech, or other sustainability-focused industries
  • Prior experience in globally distributed, remote startup environments Our Culture
  • Clear, empathetic communication: As a remote-first team, we value clarity and empathy in our communication, utilizing tools like Notion and Miro for collaboration.
  • Healthy conflict: We encourage constructive discussions focused on finding solutions and driving progress.
  • Accountability: We take pride in delivering on our commitments and following through on what we say we will do.
  • Systemic change: We are dedicated to driving innovation and positive change across industries, with a focus on sustainability and long-term impact.

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