Senior Analytics Engineer - job 1 of 2

As a Senior Analytics Engineer at Fetch, you'll be tasked with modeling and analyzing data using SQL best practices while leveraging tools like DBT, Snowflake, and Airflow. Your role will involve generating actionable insights from vast datasets, translating business needs into data models, and crafting clear communication to stakeholders about your findings. Additionally, you'll manage Snowflake infrastructure, ensure data quality, and lead documentation initiatives.

Fetch seeks candidates with at least 3 years of professional experience in a technical role involving advanced SQL knowledge and familiarity with both relational and non-relational databases. You'll need to demonstrate your ability to communicate effectively about data with various stakeholders. Proficiency in programming languages such as Python is also beneficial, along with experience in ETL processes and data orchestration tools.

At Fetch, we prioritize the growth and development of our team members. We offer a generous education reimbursement of up to $10,000 per year to help you further your skills. Moreover, our culture encourages experimentation with tools and technology, and we actively share learnings across the organization. You'll be supported in building new initiatives that enhance your professional journey.

As a Senior Analytics Engineer at Fetch, you may encounter complex, ambiguous challenges requiring innovative solutions. These might include optimizing data queries for performance, integrating multiple data sources, and creating data models that provide real-time insights. However, with a collaborative team and a supportive environment, you'll find that these challenges present opportunities for substantial learning and growth.

In this role, you'll engage in projects that involve analyzing datasets from millions of users and terabytes of data. You’ll work on building systems that enable brands to better understand their customers and improve their shopping experiences. Whether it's through advanced data modeling or ensuring robust data quality, you will play a crucial role in impacting how Fetch empowers consumers to earn rewards.

When answering this question, focus on specific challenges you faced, the methodologies you employed, and the ultimate impact of your work on the project's success. Highlight your collaboration with team members and how you utilized SQL, DBT, or Snowflake to achieve your goals.

Discuss the methods you use for monitoring data health, such as implementing quality checks and validating datasets. Provide examples of processes or tools you've developed or utilized to maintain high data integrity over time.

Share your experience with different orchestration tools, like Airflow or DBT, and explain the reasons behind your preferences. Discuss how these tools help streamline data workflows, improve efficiency, and standardize processes.

Reflect on your experience working with cross-functional teams. Explain your process for gathering requirements, understanding stakeholder needs, and how you convert them into actionable data models, emphasizing communication and clarity.

When discussing OLAP (Online Analytical Processing) and OLTP (Online Transaction Processing), highlight their primary uses, storage types, and performance characteristics. This knowledge demonstrates your understanding of database management principles essential for a Senior Analytics Engineer role.

Share a specific situation where you identified, diagnosed, and resolved a data-related problem. Emphasize your analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, detailing how you communicated findings and solutions to your team.

This question allows you to showcase your knowledge of trends in the field. Discuss new technologies, frameworks, or methodologies that intrigue you, demonstrating your passion for continual learning and innovation in analytics.

Explain your strategies for staying current, such as attending workshops, participating in online forums, following industry leaders, or enrolling in courses. Showing initiative in continued education reflects your commitment to personal and professional growth.

Discuss your hands-on experience with cloud services, highlighting specific projects where you've implemented solutions using these platforms. Mention any relevant certifications you may hold to reinforce your expertise.

This question is your opportunity to express genuine interest in Fetch's mission and values. Reflect on how your skills and experiences align with the company's objectives, and mention aspects of their culture or projects that particularly appeal to you.