Experienced Data Engineer for blithequark - $26/Hour (Remote, Online)

Join the blithequark Team and Shape the Future of Financial Technology

At blithequark, we're driven by a passion to empower individuals and corporations to achieve their full potential. As a global and diverse network of associates, we're committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences, fostering a culture of innovation, and making a meaningful impact in the lives of our clients and communities. As a Data Engineer at blithequark, you'll be at the forefront of developing critical technology solutions that drive our business forward and enable us to stay ahead of the curve in an ever-evolving financial landscape.

About the Role

As a Data Engineer on our center engineering team, you'll play a vital role in architecting, coding, and delivering software that meets the stringent financial regulatory expectations of our global organization. You'll work alongside talented engineers in an open, supportive, and inclusive environment where your voice is valued, and you're empowered to make your own decisions on the technologies used to solve complex problems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy software solutions that meet the critical needs of our business, leveraging large datasets and multiple technology systems across 20+ countries.
• Develop and maintain relational database programs across development, test, and production environments, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance.
• Create effective test cases that are integrated into CI/CD pipelines, driving continuous improvement and validation of our technology solutions.
• Develop observability capabilities into solutions to enable the rapid identification of root causes for failures in time-sensitive processes, ensuring high availability and minimal downtime.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive the delivery of critical technology solutions, leveraging your expertise in SQL and other relevant technologies.

Minimum Qualifications

To be considered for this role, you'll need to meet the following minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, demonstrating a strong foundation in computer science principles and software development.
• 2+ years of experience with SQL, showcasing your ability to design, develop, and optimize database solutions.
• Proven ability in the development, deployment, and operations of relational database programs across development, test, and production environments.
• Tested experience in developing effective test cases that are integrated into CI/CD pipelines, driving continuous improvement and validation of technology solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

To stand out as a candidate, you'll ideally have:

• Exposure to Public Cloud platforms (GCP, AWS, Azure), demonstrating your ability to leverage cloud technologies to drive innovation and scalability.
• Experience with emerging technologies and trends in data engineering, showcasing your commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.

Skills and Competencies

To succeed in this role, you'll need to possess:

• Strong technical skills in SQL and relational database programming, with the ability to design, develop, and optimize database solutions.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex problems and develop effective solutions.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• A commitment to ongoing learning and professional development, staying up-to-date with emerging technologies and trends in data engineering.

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

At blithequark, we're committed to supporting the ongoing growth and development of our colleagues. As a Data Engineer, you'll have access to:

• Dedicated time to invest in your professional development, staying up-to-date with emerging technologies and trends in data engineering.
• Opportunities to contribute to open-source projects and engage with the wider engineering community, driving innovation and collaboration.
• Career development and training opportunities, supporting your long-term career goals and aspirations.

Work Environment and Company Culture

At blithequark, we prioritize the well-being and success of our colleagues, fostering a culture that is:

• Inclusive and diverse, valuing the unique perspectives and experiences of our colleagues.
• Collaborative and supportive, empowering our colleagues to work together to drive innovation and success.
• Flexible and adaptable, offering a range of work arrangements and schedules to support the diverse needs of our colleagues.

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive base salaries, reflecting the value we place on our colleagues' skills and experience.
• Bonus incentives, recognizing and rewarding our colleagues' contributions to our business.
• 6% Company Match on retirement savings plan, supporting our colleagues' long-term financial well-being.
• Free financial education and financial well-being support, empowering our colleagues to manage their finances effectively.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits, supporting our colleagues' overall well-being.
• Flexible work arrangements and schedules with hybrid and virtual options, supporting our colleagues' work-life balance.
• 20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, provided for pregnancy, adoption, or surrogacy.
• Free access to global website well-being facilities staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location).
• Free and exclusive counseling support through our Healthy Minds program, supporting our colleagues' mental health and well-being.

Join the blithequark Team

If you're a motivated and experienced Data Engineer looking to drive innovation and success in the financial technology sector, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. At blithequark, we're committed to fostering a culture of inclusion, diversity, and collaboration, and we're looking for talented individuals to join our team. Apply now and let's shape the future of financial technology together!