Description:

Kin is seeking a Staff Data Engineer to lead a team focused on insurance data related to claims, policies, products, rates, pricing, renewals, and risk.
The role involves designing and developing data pipelines and modeling raw data for downstream ingestion.
The Staff Data Engineer will ensure the quality, integrity, and security of data assets while mentoring and guiding other data engineers.
Collaboration with engineers, product managers, analysts, and stakeholders is essential.
The position includes leading a cross-functional project team to design solutions for effective reporting and implementing data validation standards.
The ideal candidate will have experience in modern big data environments, particularly in lakehouse environments, and possess advanced knowledge of SQL and Python.
Insurance domain knowledge is crucial for designing models and writing schemas based on ambiguous specifications.
The candidate should prioritize data quality and integrity, maintain documentation, and ensure compliance with privacy regulations.

Requirements:

Candidates must have extensive experience in modern big data environments, particularly in lakehouse environments, and be proficient in building end-to-end data solutions.
Advanced knowledge and experience with SQL and Python are expected, along with database design skills.
Candidates should possess insurance domain knowledge to effectively design models and write schemas.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to connect technical work to business goals are essential.
A focus on data quality and integrity, including assessing data sources and gathering techniques, is required.
Candidates must value documentation practices, including maintaining a centralized metadata catalog.
Knowledge of security and compliance standards in a regulated industry is necessary, including familiarity with GDPR, CCPA, and GLBA.

Kin offers a comprehensive benefits program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Disability Insurance options.
Employees have access to an Employee Assistance Program and elective voluntary benefits such as accident insurance and pet insurance.
The position includes a competitive salary and equity, along with a 401K plan with a company match of up to 4%.
Flexible PTO for exempt employees is provided, along with 8 company-observed holidays.
A paid parental leave program offers 100% salary continuation for up to 14 weeks for birthing parents and 8 weeks for non-birthing parents.
Opportunities for continuing education and professional development are also available.