Remote Data Engineer (Remote - US)

Description:

• This position is for a Data Engineer at dbt Labs, located in the United States, and is a remote role.
• The role involves joining a high-impact data team to build foundational systems that support analytics, growth, and operational efficiency at scale.
• As a Data Engineer, you will architect, develop, and optimize modern data pipelines using cutting-edge tools and techniques.
• You will enable fast and reliable access to critical business insights and have visibility across teams.
• The position offers the opportunity to shape internal data infrastructure while collaborating with key stakeholders and leadership.
• The work environment embraces innovation, values proactive problem-solving, and leverages its own data products daily.
• Key responsibilities include designing, building, and maintaining robust and scalable data pipelines, ensuring data quality and reliability, optimizing data performance, and collaborating with various teams.

Requirements:

• Candidates must have 2+ years of experience in data engineering and at least 4 years total in software engineering-related roles.
• Strong expertise in SQL and Python is required, along with experience in at least one of Scala, Java, or Rust.
• Familiarity with orchestration tools such as Airflow, Dagster, or Prefect is necessary.
• Candidates should demonstrate the ability to act with urgency, focus, and effective prioritization.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills are essential.
• Experience developing and scaling dbt projects, working in high-growth tech or SaaS environments, or using open table formats like Apache Iceberg is a plus.

Benefits:

• The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $118,000 to $143,100, with $131,000 to $159,000 in select cities like Boston, NYC, SF, and Seattle.
• Equity packages and performance-based pay are included.
• Employees enjoy unlimited vacation with an actively supportive time-off culture.
• A 401(k) plan with a 3% guaranteed company contribution is provided.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance is available.
• Generous paid parental leave is offered.
• Flexible stipends are provided for health & wellness, home office setup, internet & phone, learning & development, and office space if needed.
• The hiring process is fully remote.