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Staff Data Engineer

Later

$200,000 - $228,000
Sep 2, 2025
Chicago, IL, US
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Later is looking to scale its data platform and integrate multiple data sources to ensure high availability, efficiency, and security.

Requirements

  • Expertise in cloud technologies (Google Cloud Platform, AWS, Azure)
  • Strong proficiency in SQL, Python, and distributed data processing frameworks (Apache Spark, Flink, Beam, etc.)
  • Extensive experience with streaming data architectures using Kafka, Flink, Pub/Sub, Kinesis, or similar technologies
  • Expertise in data modeling, schema design, indexing, partitioning, and performance tuning for analytical workloads
  • Strong experience designing and optimizing scalable, fault-tolerant data pipelines using workflow orchestration tools like Airflow, Dagster, or Dataflow
  • Experience with machine learning infrastructure and integrating ML models into data pipelines (preferred)
  • Experience with Kappa/Lambda architectures for real-time data processing (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and evolution of a scalable data architecture
  • Architect and optimize data pipelines for batch and real-time data processing
  • Implement best practices for distributed data processing
  • Define and enforce data governance policies
  • Ensure data security and compliance with industry regulations
  • Drive innovation in data engineering practices
  • Develop reusable frameworks, libraries, and automation tools

Other

  • 10+ years of experience in data engineering, software engineering, or related fields
  • Proven experience leading the technical strategy and execution of large-scale data platforms
  • Ability to lead and influence engineering teams, drive cross-functional projects, and align stakeholders towards a common data vision
  • Experience mentoring senior and mid-level data engineers to enhance team performance and skill development
  • You’re proactive and results-driven, always taking initiative, aligning your actions with company goals, and delivering consistent outcomes
  • Strategic and forward-thinking, you balance immediate needs with long-term opportunities to drive impactful, innovative results
  • Salary Range: $200,000- 228,000 USD