Senior Data Engineer I

Summary

Join Pax8, a leading cloud-based technology marketplace, as a Senior Data Engineer I. You will design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and improve data systems. This role involves building scalable data pipelines, transforming data for various use cases, mentoring junior engineers, and optimizing existing pipelines. You will collaborate with other teams and participate in project planning. Pax8 offers a dynamic and high-energy work environment with a focus on innovation and employee well-being. The company embraces hybrid and remote work options. Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package are provided.

Requirements

• At least four (4) years of relevant data engineering experience
• Advanced experience with Python
• Expert experience with SQL
• Intermediate experience with a JVM language
• B.A./B.S. in a related field or equivalent work experience

Responsibilities

• Define, build, test, and implement scalable data pipelines using Python and SQL
• Transform data to support varied use cases
• Include testing in all aspects of the development process
• Mentor junior and mid-level Engineers
• Optimize existing data pipelines and improve existing code quality
• Make updates and improvements to deployment processes
• Participate in project planning and architecture discussions
• Analyze potential problems and find solutions to pressing data issues
• Participate in on-call rotation

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to other software development languages
• Advanced experience with Apache Spark or other distributed processing engines
• Advanced experience with Apache Kafka or other stream processing frameworks
• Advanced experience with job orchestration and/or ETL tools such as Airflow, Prefect, Glue, Talend or Informatica
• Intermediate experience with Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes, or other similar infrastructure tooling
• Advanced experience with cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
• Advanced experience with analytical databases such as Redshift, Athena, Big Query, and Presto
• Intermediate experience with building CI/CD pipelines
• Effective problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
• Ability to consistently achieve results, even under tough circumstances
• Effective technical leadership abilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with innovative application design and implementation
• Ability to make sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems

Benefits

• Non-Commissioned Bonus Plans or Variable Commission
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employer Paid Short & Long Term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance
• Flexible, Open Vacation
• Paid Sick Time Off
• Extended Leave for Life events
• RTD Eco Pass (For local Colorado Employees)
• Career Development Programs
• Stock Option Eligibility
• Employee-led Resource Groups