Data Engineer [FDE Team]

As a Data Engineer at Sweed, you'll be responsible for implementing and optimizing our cannabis retail platform. This includes writing complex SQL queries, handling and cleaning large datasets, and collaborating with the Forward Deployed Engineering team to ensure seamless client onboarding and integration. Your role will also involve supporting the architecture of our systems and developing internal tools, making your contributions crucial in driving efficiency and innovation within our platform.

To qualify for the Data Engineer position at Sweed, you should have strong SQL skills alongside proficiency in Python. Familiarity with web development principles is essential, and it would be a plus to have experience with React and building lightweight applications. We value proactivity, critical thinking, and adaptability, so previous experience in fast-paced environments would be advantageous.

The Data Engineer role is integral to Sweed’s Forward Deployed Engineering (FDE) team, focusing on client-facing responsibilities such as onboarding and support. You will collaborate closely with both clients and internal teams to ensure that our systems are effective, scalable, and meet business needs. Your work will help ensure that our platform remains compliant and continues to evolve with industry trends.

At Sweed, you can expect a vibrant, collaborative work environment that thrives on innovation and efficiency. Since we operate as a fully remote team, you’ll enjoy the flexibility of working from anywhere while being part of a diverse group of around 180 team members from various countries. You’ll have opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects that align with our mission to revolutionize cannabis retail.

Sweed offers a comprehensive benefits package to its Data Engineers, including medical, dental, and vision insurance options. You'll also receive paid parental leave, generous paid time off, and company-observed holidays. Our goal is to support our team members' health and work-life balance while fostering a positive and productive work atmosphere.

Highlight specific projects where you've written and optimized queries. Talk about the complexity of the data involved and the impact your SQL skills had on improving system performance or data accuracy.

Discuss your approach to data cleaning, including any tools or libraries you prefer to use. Explain the importance of data integrity and the methods you employ to ensure clean and usable data.

Refer to examples from your previous work where you've designed solutions to handle increased loads. Discuss architectural decisions, technologies used, and how you monitored and addressed performance bottlenecks.

Emphasize your communication skills alongside technical knowledge. Discuss how you would guide clients through the process, troubleshooting issues as they arise, and emphasizing smooth transitions onto the platform.

Provide examples of past experiences where you worked alongside product managers or other engineers, detailing how you shared knowledge and contributed to the overall project objectives to achieve successful outcomes.

Share specific challenges encountered in past roles, such as working with unstructured data or integrating different data sources. Discuss your thought process and problem-solving strategies employed to tackle each issue.

Detail specific Python libraries you’re familiar with (like Pandas or NumPy) and how you've used them in data manipulation or analysis projects. Provide examples of tasks automated through scripting as well.

While not strictly a data engineering role, it's beneficial to highlight any basic web development skills you have, especially regarding how front-end and back-end principles influence data integration and client interaction.

Discuss your alignment with Sweed’s mission and values. Mention your interest in contributing to the cannabis industry and how your skills can help enhance the company’s offerings and client experiences.

Mention any forums, blogs, or communities you follow, along with efforts you make towards continuous learning, such as online courses or certifications that enhance your skill set relevant to the position at Sweed.