Senior Staff Data Engineer
Ladders · United States · 1 mo ago
RemoteRemoteInformation Technology$179k–$238k/yrFull-time
For our client, we are seeking a Senior Staff Data Engineer to join the team of a leader in the Consumer Technology space. This role will shape the data engineering foundation that powers key consumer-facing and internal decision-making initiatives. You will design and evolve scalable data systems, modernize workflows, and help establish best practices across the data platform. The position partners closely with Data Science and cross-functional stakeholders to improve data abstractions, support active data products, and enable better insights across the organization. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $179,000 – $238,000 annually Responsibilities Design, build, and enhance systems for processing large volumes of data Evaluate and implement new technologies while establishing best practices Create and improve workflows using GCP components Lead cross-functional projects with various stakeholders Mentor team members and help define engineering standards Collaborate with Data Science to create efficient data abstractions Adapt data solutions to the evolving needs of active data products Qualifications 10+ years of experience in Data Engineering, Data Platform Engineering, Data Science, or Data Analyst roles Deep expertise in Data Engineering and Data Platform Engineering Proficiency with GCP, AWS, or Azure data tooling, including BigQuery and Dataflow Experience with data tools like Looker, Fivetran, and Kubernetes Advanced SQL and Python coding skills Strong software engineering fundamentals Previous experience in a leadership role such as tech lead or Data Engineering manager Benefits Generous performance-based bonus plans for eligible employees Rich medical, dental, and vision benefits 100% immediate vesting on retirement contributions Quarterly wellness days for all employees Country-specific holidays plus an extra day off for your birthday One-time home office setup stipend Annual professional development budget Quarterly well-being stipend Considerable paid parental leave Employee referral bonus program Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.