[Remote] Senior Data Engineer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Runpod is the AI Developer Cloud, providing infrastructure for developers to experiment, train, fine-tune, deploy, and scale AI applications. The Senior Data Engineer will design and implement scalable, secure data solutions, including pipelines and data warehousing platforms, while partnering with analytics, data science, machine learning, and other cross-functional teams. The role also involves mentoring data engineers and supporting data-driven decision-making across the company.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of robust data pipelines to ingest, aggregate, and index diverse data sources into our organization's data warehouse
• Spearhead the development of a cutting-edge data warehousing platform, ensuring it meets SOC2 security and compliance requirements
• Collaborate closely with data analytics to ensure the data platform effectively supports reporting and analyzing key business metrics
• Partner with the data science and machine learning team to build scalable capabilities for insight generation and leveraging LLMs
• Mentor and coach engineers on the data team, fostering a culture of data excellence and innovation throughout the organization

Skills

• 4+ years of experience architecting and implementing large-scale enterprise data solutions
• 2+ years of proficient experience in modern data platforms such as Databricks, Snowflake, and Redshift, with a strong understanding of their architectural principles
• 2+ years of demonstrated expertise in designing and optimizing high-volume, real-time, and batch ETL pipelines
• 1+ years of experience in coaching and mentoring team members to foster professional growth and development, focusing on cultivating a growth mindset through constructive feedback and support
• Proven track record of thriving in startup environments, with a proactive attitude and a passion for driving impactful change
• See yourself as a partner with the business with the shared goal of moving the business forward
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with a demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams
• You collaborate seamlessly with functional partners to connect the dots across business needs and independently drive projects forward
• Your dedicated partnerships are with Backend Engineers, Analytics, Business Intelligence, Security, and Machine Learning practitioners
• Advanced degree in Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field or relevant industry industry experience
• We welcome every qualified candidate eligible to work in the United States; however, we are currently unable to sponsor employment visas

Benefits

• Meaningful equity in a fast-growing company- everyone on the team receives stock options
• Flexible PTO- take the time you need to recharge
• Most roles are remote work first with an inclusive, collaborative teams utilizing slack as the main form of internal communication
• Join a passionate team on the cutting edge of AI infrastructure — where culture, learning, and ownership are at the heart of how we scale.
• $1,200 Home Office & Equipment Stipend-We set you up for success from day one with gear and support to create your ideal workspace

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