Data Engineer III - Applications Engineer

Ziff Davis; Seattle (WA); Remote; USD 145,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a passionate Data Engineer to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will leverage cutting-edge technologies to process vast amounts of data, supporting data scientists and analysts in their quest for insights. With a focus on accuracy and performance, you will develop tools and libraries that enhance data usability. The company values creativity and collaboration, offering a flexible work environment where your contributions will directly impact connectivity solutions globally. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to learn, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

401(k) matching

Unlimited PTO

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Health/dental/vision insurance

Wellness benefits

Employee Assistance Programs

Tuition reimbursement

Gym reimbursement

Pet insurance

Enhanced parental leave

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience working with Python in data engineering.
• Strong background in high volume distributed data processing.

Responsibilities

• Develop high volume data processing jobs across various platforms.
• Collaborate with Data Scientists to turn theory into viable products.

Skills

Python

Data Processing

SQL

OOP Languages (Java, Scala)

Spark

AWS Cloud Services

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Equivalent experience

Tools

Redshift

Athena

Iceberg

Airflow

Job description

Description Position at Ookla

Ookla is a global leader in connectivity intelligence, offering unparalleled network insights through the combined expertise of Speedtest, Downdetector, RootMetrics, and Ekahau. Ookla’s datasets combine crowdsourced and controlled, public and private collection methods, QoS and QoE metrics, and more to unlock correlations and actionable insights — helping organizations optimize networks, enhance digital experiences, and create better connected experiences for end-users.

Our team is a group of people brought together through passion and inspired by possibility. We are looking for team members who love solving problems, are motivated by challenges, and enjoy turning clever ideas into exceptional products. When you work for us, you are using Ookla data and insights to advance our mission of better connectivity for all.

We’re looking for a data engineer to join the Ookla Data Engineering team and help us process the world’s best collection of data on mobile and fixed internet performance. As a data engineer, you will be focused on developing tools, libraries, and operations to support data scientists and analysts as they discover new and exciting ways to apply our data. Applicants should have a strong, data-focused programming background and be passionate about accuracy and performance. You will work on big data using the latest technologies.

We are committed to providing you a flexible work environment where individuality, fun, and talent are all valued equally. If you consider yourself innovative, adept at collaboration, and you care deeply about the work you do, we want to talk!

Expectations for Success

• Develop high volume data processing jobs across various platforms including Redshift, Athena, Iceberg, Spark, and Airflow
• Work closely with Data Scientists to turn theory and methodology into viable products
• Identify bottlenecks in system performance and make recommendations on improving process efficiency
• Support and collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and product managers

Requirements

We are looking for the right person, not the exact list of requirements. If you believe your life experience has prepared you for similar challenges, we’d like to hear from you.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent experience
• Strong understanding of programming concepts with experience in at least 1 OOP language (Python, Scala, Java)
• Strong background and 3+ years of direct experience working with Python
• Experience with high volume distributed data processing in Spark
• Strong working knowledge of SQL, databases (MySQL / Redshift / Athena / Trino), data modeling, and modern data warehouse (lakehouse) management
• Excellent troubleshooting and analysis skills
• Excited to learn and work with new technologies in a dynamic environment
• Strong communication skills both in person and via virtual mediums
• Strong time management skills and a self-driven work ethic
• Experience with AWS cloud services is a plus
• Experience with event-driven architecture and streaming data pipelines is a plus
• Background check required

Benefits

We care deeply about each other and the work we do, and our perks are just one way we demonstrate this. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including (but not limited to):

• 401(k) matching
• Unlimited PTO
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan options
• Health/dental/vision insurance coverage
• Wellness benefits (Calm app, gym reimbursement, ERG groups, etc)
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) (mental health, financial advice, legal guidance, and more)
• Maven Fertility options
• Pregnancy support
• Pet insurance
• Enhanced parental leave
• Disability coverage

You will have the best hardware, software, and tools available for you to do your work, and we provide excellent flexibility for working remotely as time and responsibilities allow. To promote your success and growth, we offer tuition reimbursement, educational opportunities, and anti-racism and LGBTQIA+ resource libraries. Transit passes, team happy hours and activities, and gym reimbursements are only a few of the additional, outstanding perks available to you at Ookla!

As required by applicable Pay Transparency laws, Ookla provides a range for the base pay. Factors that may be used to determine your actual pay may include your specific job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. The base pay for this position ranges from $145,000/year up to $160,000/year.

If you’re passionate about joining the work we’re doing, we welcome your application and encourage applicants with both traditional and non-traditional experience that makes them an excellent candidate for the role. We strongly believe diversity of all kinds makes us better. We are an equal opportunity employer actively working to build an inclusive workforce at all levels of the company. Read our latest diversity report from our parent company here.

Ookla is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Ookla is a division of Ziff Davis.