H1 is hiring a
Staff Data Engineer, Remote - United States

Summary

The job is for a Staff Data Engineer at H1, responsible for leading the technical direction of the data infrastructure team, driving strategic vision, mentoring engineers, and working on high-priority projects. The role requires extensive experience in data engineering, proficiency in AWS cloud services, expertise in big data technologies like Spark or Hadoop, and a commitment to data quality and security.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in data engineering, with significant experience in building and managing big data systems, pipelines, and reporting solutions
• 8+ years working with advanced big data technologies like Spark or Hadoop, particularly on AWS EMR, with practical hands-on experience in tools like Apache Spark, Hudi, or Delta Lake
• Expertise in data processing technologies such as Spark Streaming, Kafka Streams, and KSQL, along with a deep understanding of distributed file formats like AVRO and Parquet
• Proficiency in AWS cloud services and ecosystems, with a preference for experience in AWS data solutions
• A demonstrated commitment to data quality and security, with the ability to lead efforts in these areas

Responsibilities

• Lead and own the technical direction for your team’s work, setting the strategic vision for our data infrastructure and ensuring alignment with organizational goals
• Play an active role in defining the product and platform direction, influencing decisions that impact the broader organization
• Navigate ambiguous and complex technical challenges independently, requiring minimal external assistance
• Understand the complete spectrum of end-user needs and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions
• Focus on high-priority projects (P0s or P1s) that drive significant value for our users and stakeholders
• Mentor, lead and guide engineers within your team, helping them achieve their objectives and elevate their technical skills
• Advocate for and drive technical changes and best practices within the team, raising the engineering bar and fostering a culture of continuous improvement

Benefits

• Full suite of health insurance options, in addition to generous paid time off
• Pre-planned company-wide wellness holidays
• Retirement options
• Health & charitable donation stipends
• Impactful Business Resource Groups
• Flexible work hours & the opportunity to work from anywhere
• The opportunity to work with leading biotech and life sciences companies in an innovative industry with a mission to improve healthcare around the globe