Description:

The Data Design Engineer plays a key role in advancing Murmuration’s mission by designing and developing impactful data visualizations and user interfaces within Explorer, a research tool that makes civic data accessible for community organizations.
This role focuses on translating complex datasets into intuitive, insightful visualizations while contributing to the broader frontend development of Explorer to ensure a seamless, user-friendly experience for partners.
The Data Design Engineer serves as a data visualization expert for special projects across Murmuration’s Research and Data division, developing reusable visualization components and advising on best practices.
Responsibilities include designing, developing, and maintaining dynamic data visualizations and interfaces, collaborating with various teams to understand user needs, and ensuring all visualizations adhere to best practices for accessibility and usability.
The role also involves optimizing frontend performance and staying current on trends in data visualization and civic tech to improve Murmuration’s tools and workflows.

Requirements:

Candidates must have 4+ years of experience in data visualization and frontend development, ideally within a product-focused environment.
Proficiency in React and Redux or similar frameworks is required, along with a strong understanding of component-based architecture and state management.
Experience with data visualization libraries (e.g., Visx or D3.js) for building complex, interactive visualizations is necessary.
Applicants should have experience translating complex datasets into intuitive visual stories that drive user insight and action.
A strong understanding of design principles, including visual hierarchy, color theory, typography, and user experience, is essential.
Familiarity with data querying and transformation (e.g., SQL, Python, or R) to support visualization needs is required.
Knowledge of accessibility best practices and a commitment to creating inclusive experiences is necessary.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail, especially in optimizing frontend performance, are important.
Proven collaboration skills within small, agile teams and excellent communication skills to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders are required.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, vision, and dental insurance with 100% of premiums covered for employees and qualifying family members.
Retirement benefits include a 5% employer match.
Employees enjoy a flexible unlimited PTO plan and generous paid parental leave.
Additional benefits include pre-tax commuter benefits, a company laptop, and a flexible remote work environment.
New employees receive a home office setup stipend and monthly reimbursement for remote work expenses.
A yearly professional development fund and mental health and wellness benefits through Calm and Better Help are provided.
The organization hosts yearly in-person staff retreats and fosters a welcoming culture that celebrates diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.