Lead Data Engineer

Lake Forest, Illinois

Open to Remote

Full Time

$175k - $200k

Job Description In this Lead Data Engineer role, you will be fully immersed in AWS, leveraging Databricks, DBT, and Airflow to build ETL solutions. Not only will you be leading a team of Data Engineers, but you will also be hands-on building the product / price matching platform to stay competitive in the E-Commerce space.
Enjoy a fully remote schedule along with the option to go into the office in downtown Chicago or the Northwest Suburbs. Reap a competitive salary, performance bonus, and RSUs as well! Your ability to be versatile, lead a team, and collaborate with the Data Analyst and Data Science teams will prove to be beneficial in paving the way for success! Required Skills & Experience
  • Extensive experience in working in a highly tech-forward company / environment
  • 5+ years' experience with demonstratable Python and Spark knowledge
  • 4+ years’ experience with Kafka and Databricks
  • 4+ years' experience with AWS cloud environment
  • Experience with containerization, specifically Docker and Kubernetes
  • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
Desired Skills & Experience
  • A background in Analytics
  • Demonstrated record of additional learning (certificates, degrees, etc)
  • Ability to navigate ambiguity
What You Will Be Doing Tech Breakdown
  • 30% Kafka and Databricks
  • 30% Python and Spark
  • 20% AWS Cloud
  • 20% Containerization
Daily Responsibilities
  • 40% Hands-On
  • 30% Collaboration
  • 30% Analysis / Ideation
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Posted by: CJ Avino


Specialization: Data Engineering