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ABOUT THRIVE MARKET


Thrive Market was founded in 2014 with a mission to make healthy and sustainable living easy and affordable for everyone. As an online, membership-based market, we deliver the highest quality healthy, and sustainable products at member-only prices, while matching every paid membership with a free one for someone in need. Every day, we leverage innovative technology and member-first thinking to help our over 1,600,000+ members find better products, support better brands, and build a better world in the process. We are also a Certified B Corporation, a Public Benefit Corporation, and a Climate Neutral Certified company.


Join us as we bring healthy and sustainable living to millions of Americans in the years to come.


THE ROLE


Thrive Market’s Data Engineering team is seeking a Senior Data Engineer!


We are looking for a brilliant, dedicated, and hardworking engineer to help us build high-impact products alongside our Data Strategy Team. Our site sees millions of unique visitors every month, and our customer growth currently makes us one of the fastest-growing e-commerce companies in Los Angeles. We are looking for a Senior Data Engineer with hands-on experience working on structured/semi-structured/Complex data processing and streaming frameworks. We need your amazing software engineering skills to help us execute our Data Engineering & Analytics initiatives and turn them into products that will provide great value to our members. In this role, we are hoping to bring someone in who is equally excited about our mission, learning the tech behind the company, and can work cross-functionally with other engineering teams.


RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Work across multiple projects and efforts to orchestrate and deliver cohesive data engineering solutions in partnership with various functional teams at Thrive Market
  • Be hands-on and take ownership of the complete cycle of data services, from data ingestion, data processing, and ETL to data delivery for reporting
  • Collaborate with other technical teams to deliver data solutions that meet business and technical requirements; define technical requirements and implementation details for the underlying data lake, data warehouse, and data marts
  • Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve production data integrity and performance issues
  • Collaborate with all areas of data management as lead to ensure patterns, decisions, and tooling are implemented by enterprise standards
  • Perform data source gap analysis and create data source/target catalogs and mappings
  • Develop a thorough knowledge and understanding of cross system integration, interactions, and relationships to develop an enterprise view of Thrive Market’s future data needs
  • Design, coordinate, and execute pilots/prototypes/POC to provide validation on specific scenarios and provide an implementation roadmap 
  • Recommend/Ensure technical functionality (e.g. scalability, security, performance, data recovery, reliability, etc.) for Data Engineering
  • Facilitate workshops to define requirements and develop data solution designs
  • Apply enterprise and solution architecture decisions to data architecture frameworks and data models
  • Maintain a  repository of all data architecture artifacts and procedures
  • Collaborate with IT teams, software providers, and business owners to predict and devise data architecture that addresses business needs for collection, aggregation, and interaction with multiple data streams


QUALIFICATIONS
  • Hands on experience  programming in Python, Scala or Java
  • Expertise with RDBMS and Data Warehousing (Strong SQL) with Redshift,Snowflake or similar
  • In-depth knowledge and experience with data and information architecture patterns and implementation approaches for Operational Data Stores, Data Warehouses, Data Marts and Data Lakes
  • Proficiency in logical/physical data architecture, design and development
  • Experience in Data lake / Big data analytics platform implementation either cloud based or on-premise; AWS preferred 
  • Experience working with high volumes of data; experience in design, implementation and support of highly distributed data applications 
  • Experience with Development Tools for CI/CD, Unit and Integration testing, Automation and Orchestration E.g. GitHub, Jenkins, Concourse, Airflow, Terraform
  • Experience with writing Kafka producers and consumers or experience with AWS Kinesis 
  • Hands-on experience developing a distributed data processing platform with Big Data technologies like Hadoop, Spark etc
  • A knack for independence (hands-on) as well as team work
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, often in light of ill-defined issues or conflicting information.
  • Experience with streaming data ingestion, machine-learning, Apache Spark a plus
  • Adept in the  ability to elicit, gather, and manage requirements in an Agile delivery environment
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills (verbal, written, presentation) across all levels of the organization. Ability to translate ambiguous concepts into tangible ideas.


BELONG TO A BETTER COMPANY
  • Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision, life and disability)
  • Competitive salary (DOE) + equity
  • 401k plan
  • 9 Days of Observed Holidays
  • Flexible Paid Time Off
  • Subsidized ClassPass Membership with access to fitness classes and wellness and beauty experiences
  • Ability to work in our beautiful co-working space at WeWork in Playa Vista and other locations
  • Free Thrive Market membership with exclusive employee discount
  • Coverage for Life Coaching & Therapy Sessions on our holistic mental health and well-being platform

We're a community of more than 1 Million + members who are united by a singular belief: It should be easy to find better products, support better brands, make better choices, and build a better world in the process.

At Thrive Market, we believe in building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic culture. If you are excited about this role along with our mission and values, we encourage you to apply.

Thrive Market is an EEO/Veterans/Disabled/LGBTQ employer

At Thrive Market, our goal is to be a diverse and inclusive workplace that is representative, at all job levels, of the members we serve and the communities we operate in. We’re proud to be an inclusive company and an Equal Opportunity Employer and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. If you’re thinking about joining our team, we expect that you would agree!

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please email us at eoe@thrivemarket.com and we’ll be happy to assist you.

Ensure your Thrive Market job offer is legitimate and don't fall victim to fraud. Thrive Market never seeks payment from job applicants. Thrive Market recruiters will only reach out to applicants from an @thrivemarket.com email address. For added security, where possible, apply through our company website at www.thrivemarket.com.

© Thrive Market 2025 All rights reserved.


JOB INFORMATION
  • Compensation Description - The base salary range for this position is $160,000 - $190,000/Per Year.
  • Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on several factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and geographic location.
  • Total Compensation includes Base Salary, Stock Options, Health & Wellness Benefits, Flexible PTO, and more!


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What You Should Know About Senior Data Engineer, Thrive Market

At Thrive Market, we're on a mission to make healthy and sustainable living accessible for all, and we're looking for a Senior Data Engineer to help us drive this initiative from our Los Angeles office or remotely. As a key player on our Data Engineering team, you'll be instrumental in building impactful products that enhance our users' experience. With millions of unique visitors each month, your expertise in structured and unstructured data processing, as well as your programming skills in Python, Scala, or Java, will be crucial. Your responsibilities will include overseeing the full cycle of data services—from ingestion and processing to delivery for reporting. You'll collaborate with various teams to define technical implementations and tackle complex data integrity issues. At Thrive Market, we value cross-team collaboration and are committed to enterprise standards. So, if you're passionate about harnessing technology to improve product quality and are keen to be part of a fast-growing e-commerce company, your journey with us can start here. With your knack for developing data architecture and managing data solutions, you'll play a pivotal role in supporting our mission. Join us in creating an impact that supports better choices and helps build a better world, one healthy product at a time!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Senior Data Engineer Role at Thrive Market
What are the main responsibilities of a Senior Data Engineer at Thrive Market?

As a Senior Data Engineer at Thrive Market, your primary responsibilities include developing and managing data solutions that enhance our e-commerce platform, overseeing the full cycle of data services from ingestion to reporting, troubleshooting data integrity issues, and collaborating with various teams to ensure enterprise standards are met effectively.

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What qualifications are needed to apply for the Senior Data Engineer position at Thrive Market?

Candidates looking to apply for the Senior Data Engineer role at Thrive Market should have hands-on programming experience in Python, Scala, or Java, strong SQL knowledge, and expertise in data architecture, including experience with data lakes and cloud platforms, preferably AWS.

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What technologies should a Senior Data Engineer at Thrive Market be familiar with?

A Senior Data Engineer at Thrive Market should be familiar with modern data technologies such as AWS, Redshift, Snowflake, and big data frameworks like Hadoop and Spark. Additionally, knowledge of tools for CI/CD, automation, and streaming data processing with Kafka or AWS Kinesis would be advantageous.

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How does Thrive Market support professional growth for Senior Data Engineers?

Thrive Market supports the professional growth of Senior Data Engineers through a learning-rich environment where collaborative teamwork is emphasized, along with opportunities for hands-on experience with innovative data solutions and participation in workshops for skill enhancement.

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What is the work culture like for a Senior Data Engineer at Thrive Market?

The work culture for a Senior Data Engineer at Thrive Market is highly collaborative and inclusive, where teamwork and cross-functional cooperation are valued. The company promotes a positive work-life balance with flexible options, along with a focus on diversity and well-being.

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Common Interview Questions for Senior Data Engineer
Can you describe a project where you had to handle large volumes of data?

When answering this question, focus on detailing the specific challenges you faced, the technologies you utilized, and how you ensured data integrity and performance. Highlight your role and the impact your contributions had on the project's success.

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How do you approach troubleshooting data integrity issues?

Discuss the systematic steps you take when you encounter data integrity issues. Mention your experience with root cause analysis, the tools you use for monitoring data quality, and any frameworks you've implemented to prevent future problems.

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What experience do you have with ETL processes?

When responding, emphasize your hands-on experience with various ETL tools and frameworks. Describe the steps you take in the ETL process, your role in automating these processes, and an example of how this impacted overall business objectives.

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How would you ensure that your data models align with business requirements?

Explain your method for gathering requirements, collaborating with business stakeholders, and aligning data models with their needs. Share any frameworks or methodologies you employ to ensure successful alignment and communication.

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How do you stay updated with evolving data technologies?

Mention various resources like tech blogs, webinars, or online courses that you use to keep your skills sharp. Explain how applying new technologies has benefited your previous projects and that you are committed to continuous learning.

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Can you provide an example of how you improved the performance of a data processing task?

Tell a story about a specific instance where you optimized a data processing task. Include the metrics you used, the methods you applied for optimizing, and the quantifiable results it produced for the business.

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What is your experience with big data technologies?

Highlight your familiarity with big data technologies such as Hadoop or Spark, how you've applied these in your previous roles, and the results achieved. Discuss any specific projects that illustrate your expertise.

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How do you approach cross-team collaboration for data projects?

Outline your strategies for effective communication and collaboration with different teams. Describe your experience working with interdisciplinary teams and how you navigated challenges to achieve shared objectives.

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What are some common data architecture pitfalls to avoid?

Identify common pitfalls such as redundancy, lack of documentation, or scalability issues. Share your experiences in addressing these challenges and strategies you've implemented to ensure robust data architecture.

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Why do you want to work as a Senior Data Engineer at Thrive Market?

Articulate your passion for Thrive Market's mission and values, and how your skills align with their data-driven goals. Express your eagerness to contribute positively to their community-focused approach while growing your career.

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