Data Engineer - Remote

About The Company Shift5 is at the forefront of building advanced data platforms dedicated to onboard operational technology (OT). Our core mission is to deliver cybersecurity solutions, predictive maintenance capabilities, and compliance tools that enhance the operational readiness, resilience, and mission assurance of defense and commercial fleets. By leveraging cutting-edge technology and innovative data processing techniques, we aim to transform how fleet operations are managed and secured, ensuring safer and more reliable transportation systems worldwide. About The Role We are seeking a highly skilled Staff Data Engineer to join our dynamic Product Engineering team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable data processing, storage, and integration pipelines. Acting as a force-multiplier within your team, you will collaborate closely with engineers, product managers, program managers, and designers to conceive and implement major features that significantly impact our products. Reporting to the Off Vehicle Manager, Software Engineering, you will play a critical role in creating high-impact data solutions that directly contribute to saving lives and improving fleet operations. Your expertise will support the creation of robust, reliable, and efficient data infrastructure, enabling advanced analytics and insights for our stakeholders. Qualifications 6+ years of professional experience in software and data engineering.Proficiency in a major programming language such as GoLang, Java, or Python with 6+ years of experience.Extensive experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle) and Big Data technologies (Hadoop, Spark) with a focus on data modeling.Strong background in cloud services and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) with at least 4 years of hands-on experience.Expertise in designing and maintaining batch and streaming data pipelines using tools like Apache Airflow or Benthos.Knowledge of modern data stacks, including data ingestion, transformation, and orchestration components.Understanding of data lakes and warehouses such as Snowflake, Databricks, or Redshift is preferred.Experience with CI/CD practices, source control, and observable engineering practices.U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearance are required.Master’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Cyber Intelligence, or a related field is preferred.Willingness to travel occasionally to customer sites for field support and deployment activities. Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain scalable, reliable, and secure data processing pipelines for batch and streaming data.Take full ownership of feature development, from requirements gathering through design, implementation, and deployment.Mentor and lead team members to promote best practices in data engineering and software development.Write clean, well-documented, and testable code to ensure high-quality software products.Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and product teams to create semantic data models representing complex vehicular systems.Integrate data applications seamlessly across various components of the Shift5 platform.Develop scalable data products to support data-driven decision-making by stakeholders such as data scientists, engineers, and executives.Optimize cloud-based solutions for cost, performance, and observability using AWS cloud services.Analyze complex data sets to verify data quality, integrity, and accuracy throughout pipelines.Support the design and deployment process at customer sites, including occasional travel for field collaboration. Benefits Competitive base salary ranging from $185,000 to $220,000, complemented by a bonus program and equity options.Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families.Health Savings Account (HSA) with annual employer contributions.Employer-paid Life and Disability Insurance coverage.Uncapped paid time off policy promoting work-life balance.Flexible work arrangements and remote work options.Tax-advantaged public transit benefits through Metro SmartBenefits (DC/MD/VA).Participation in a fast-growing startup environment with opportunities for professional growth and impact. Equal Opportunity Shift5 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that values diversity and promotes equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We believe that diverse perspectives and experiences are essential to our success and innovation, and we strive to create a workplace where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves.