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Senior Staff Data Engineer

SmithRx
Location
Remote
Posted
11 days ago
Department
Data
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 8+ years of industrial experience in data engineering with an advanced degree or 12+ years with an undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
  • Demonstrated mastery of data modeling concepts, database design principles, and data warehouse technologies (e.g., Snowflake) through production-grade implementations
  • Strong skills in PySpark, SQL, and Python
  • Hands-on experience with leading ETL tools and frameworks (e.g., Apache Spark, Apache Airflow, dbt)
  • In-depth experience managing the entire data lifecycle, with direct responsibility for the development, implementation, and production release of complex data processing solutions utilizing distributed systems
  • A proven track record of making decisions optimized for the wider engineering organization rather than locally optimal outcomes, especially in environments with significant ambiguity.
Nice to have
  • Experience in modern object-oriented or compiled languages such as C#/C++, Go, Java, or Scala
  • Start-up and healthcare experience is highly desirable.
What the job really is

As a Senior Staff Data Engineer at SmithRx, you will be responsible for defining the technical vision and strategy for data engineering, designing ecosystems across multiple data pipelines, and driving engineering excellence. Your role will involve delivering scalable features, managing data quality and governance, and influencing cross-functional teams while mentoring other engineers. You will leverage tools like Airflow and DBT, and programming languages such as Python and SQL to transform data into actionable insights for the Pharmacy Benefits Management sector.

Benefits
  • Highly competitive wellness benefits including Medical, Pharmacy, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Benefits
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Program
  • Short-term and long-term disability
  • Discretionary Paid Time Off
  • 12 Paid Company Holidays
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of remote work policy beyond the location being remote
  • Salary ranges are dependent on location and experience, which may lead to variability in compensation
  • The role involves significant leadership and influence across teams, which may require navigating complex organizational dynamics.
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