Software Engineer, Data

The Role

As a Software Engineer, Data, you will be a key contributor to the development and automation of our data pipelines, ensuring technical excellence and innovation. You will work on complex data projects, support technical initiatives, and ensure the scalability and performance of our data solutions. Your role will involve collaboration with senior engineers, strategic planning, and continuous learning. You will help improve the delivery speed and quality of our data ELT, participate in the implementation of innovative tooling and architecture patterns, and contribute to fostering a culture of data engineering excellence.

Have a seat at the table from day one, with the ability to influence strategy and the technical roadmap. Join an organization in the middle of rapid growth with opportunities for professional growth and development. Most importantly, you will have the chance to focus on building with cutting-edge technologies and innovative projects.

The System: 

At Wpromote, we are building Polaris, a state-of-the-art data and marketing intelligence platform designed to give our clients a competitive edge. Polaris offers a comprehensive marketing data foundation and delivers actionable insights through powerful applications, enabling our marketing teams and clients to collaborate seamlessly and unlock new performance gains.

At Wpromote, we believe that great work is only possible with great people. Our goal is to build a better, more inclusive work environment and support our people at every stage of their careers by prioritizing a strong work-life balance through our policies and benefits listed below. As a Best Place to Work according to both Ad Age and Glassdoor and Adweek’s Fastest Growing Digital Agency, we are moving fast to expand our teams and bring new experts into the fold to keep pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in marketing.

We offer:

-Half-day Fridays year round

-Unlimited PTO

-Extended Holiday break (Winter)

-Flexible schedules

-Work from anywhere options*

-100% paid parental leave

-401(k) matching

-Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Pet Insurance

-Sponsored life insurance

-Short Term Disability insurance  and additional voluntary insurance

-Annual Class Pass Credits and more!

The anticipated annual salary for this role will range from $110,000 - $140,000, based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, years and depth of experience, education and certifications, competitive benchmarks, scope of responsibility, market dynamics, geographic location, and the respective state’s salary threshold for exempt employees. At Wpromote, pay ranges are subject to change and are based on specific market medians for similar jobs according to third-party salary benchmark surveys. Individual pay within that range can vary due to skills, experience, and available budget.  The total compensation package for this role will include benefits (listed above).

*This position may be performed remotely in most states within the US, with some exclusions

**While this role offers the flexibility to work remotely, we have office hubs in Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York, where you can join in on learning and development opportunities, fun events, take advantage of a space to work, and collaborate in person!

***This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship

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• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in software development, with significant experience in Python, SQL, and data pipelines.
• Experience in building and automating ETL/ELT pipelines using Airflow or other DAG-based orchestration software.
• Experience managing dbt models using macros and test-driven development.
• Proficiency in Python or comparable back-end, API development, and software architecture.
• Experience with databases like PostgreSQL and BigQuery, including query optimization for performance and cost.
• Understanding of business intelligence tools like Looker or comparable alternatives.
• Familiarity with Google Cloud Platform, Kubernetes, and managing infrastructure as code using Terraform.
• Knowledge of advanced data formats (Parquet, Avro, Delta Lake, Hive, JSONL) and data integration techniques.
• Understanding of agile methodologies, continuous integration, and test-driven development.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn from senior engineers.
• Ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams and projects.
• Familiarity with version control systems and CI/CD tools like GitHub Actions.

• Collaborate with senior engineers to design, implement, maintain, and unit test scalable data solutions with a focus on automation using DAG-based orchestration software like Airflow.
• Build dbt models, leveraging macros and test-driven development practices.
• Provide implementation, configuration, and deployment documentation.
• Proactively address issues and problems, suggesting and implementing innovative solutions.
• Participate in agile ceremonies and knowledge-sharing activities within the engineering team.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize the performance of data pipelines and workflows.
• Ensure data quality and integrity through testing and validation processes.
• Stay updated with industry trends and technologies to support continuous improvement and innovation in data engineering practices.

Wpromote is committed to bringing together individuals from different backgrounds and perspectives, providing employees with a safe and welcoming environment free of discrimination and harassment. We strive to create a diverse & inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, feel a sense of belonging, and do impactful work together. As an equal opportunity employer, we prohibit any unlawful discrimination against a job applicant on the basis of their race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, family or parental status, disability*, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We respect the laws enforced by the EEOC and are dedicated to going above and beyond in fostering diversity across our workplace.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Wpromote.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS.