Data Engineer 3

Summary

Join TrueCar's Data Engineering team as a Data Engineer and contribute to building a modern automotive marketplace. You will design and implement scalable big data pipelines using Java and Python, develop high-quality product features, and work with product owners and analysts. The role requires expertise in Java, Python, SQL, Apache Spark, and data pipeline orchestration. TrueCar offers a dynamic workplace with remote work options, excellent benefits including 100% employer-paid health/vision/dental, 401k, equity, a wellness stipend, and a learning & development reimbursement program, along with flexible PTO and generous paid holidays.

Requirements

• Proven experience programming in Java and Python
• Strong background in algorithms, data structures, and object-oriented programming
• Advanced SQL and data modeling experience
• Apache Spark development proficiency
• Experience with data pipeline orchestration (Airflow)
• Demonstrated experience improving pipeline reliability and performance
• Experience with data documentation and governance

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable big data pipelines with focus on reliability, monitoring and performance optimization
• Develop high-quality product features using skills in Java, Python, Spring Boot, GraphQL, Maven, and other open-source Java libraries spanning multiple product domains and integration with REST API's
• Develop data models and architecture solutions that align with business requirements
• Establish and maintain data quality frameworks and governance standards
• Work closely with product owners & analysts to understand business and functional requirements and contribute to the design and prioritization discussions
• Learn how automotive marketplaces operate and contribute to providing great experiences for our customers
• Contribute to team planning, estimations, and software design sessions
• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance team efficiency
• Be an integral member of our engineering team where mentorship is valued

Preferred Qualifications

• AWS Cloud Services (EMR, S3, etc.)
• NoSQL databases (HBase, MongoDB)
• Streaming technologies (Kafka, Kinesis)
• GraphQL and REST APIs
• Spring Boot framework

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid health/vision/dental premium
• 401k with company contribution
• Equity
• A wellness stipend program
• A learning & development reimbursement program
• Flexible PTO policy for exempt TrueCar Crew
• Generous PTO accrual policy for non-exempt TrueCar Crew
• 14 company-paid holidays
• 2 floating holidays
• Monthly internet/mobile phone service reimbursement
• Furniture & equipment for your space