Principal Data Engineer

ATPCO; Remote; USD 145,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

A global data solutions provider is seeking a Principal Data Engineer to build and optimize data pipelines. This role focuses on managing data storage and processing, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring the scalability of data platforms. Candidates should have a strong programming background and experience with AWS services. The position offers a salary range of $145,290 – $185,000, emphasizing flexibility and innovation in a remote-first culture.

Benefits

Remote-First Culture

Generous PTO

401(k) with Employer Match

Tuition and Gym Reimbursement

Standby Flight Program

Qualifications

• Proven experience in designing and building large-scale data processing systems.
• In-depth knowledge of SQL and experience with databases.
• Familiarity with AWS services for data-related features.

Responsibilities

• Build and optimize data pipelines and ETL processes.
• Partner with teams to design data architectures for advanced analytics.
• Implement data security measures to protect sensitive data.

Skills

Programming in Python, Java, or Scala

Data manipulation and transformation frameworks

Data modeling concepts

SQL

Data Mesh principles

Real-time data streaming

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field

Tools

Amazon Redshift

AWS Glue

AWS EMR

AWS S3

AWS Lambda

Amazon Kinesis

Apache Kafka

Job description

ATPCO is the world's primary source for air fare content, holding over 200 million fares across 160 countries. Every day, the travel industry relies on ATPCO's technology and data solutions to help millions of travelers reach their destinations efficiently. Join us and contribute to the development of innovative applications that power global travel. ATPCO is everywhere people buy flights.

We’re not just shaping the future of air travel– we’re redefining how and where great work happens. At ATPCO, we believe in flexibility, trust, and a culture where your wellbeing comes first

Why Join Us?

✅ Remote-First Culture – Flexibility to work from home in your country of hire

✅ “Leave Your Way” PTO– Take the time you need, when you need it

✅ 401(k) with Generous Employer Match– Invest in your future

✅ Global Tuition and Gym Reimbursement– Learn and grow on us

✅ Standby Flight Program– Explore the world

✅ Inclusive, Collaborative Culture– Be seen, heard, and value

Our Culture

We’ve built a remote-first culture rooted in trust, transparency, and belonging. With open-door leadership, weekly 1:1s, and real-time recognition, we keep our people connected and valued—no matter where they work.

Our cultural pillars of Collaboration, Empowerment, Innovation, Learning, Transparency, and Trust guide how we show up for one another and grow together

Job Description

As a Principal Data Engineer, you will be responsible for building and optimizing data pipelines, managing data storage and processing systems, and ensuring the availability, scalability, and reliability of our data platform. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including data scientists, software engineers, and business stakeholders to understand data requirements and deliver efficient high-quality data solutions. We are seeking an accomplished individual to join our esteemed team of ATPCO data engineers, dedicated to tackling intricate data processing challenges within the Airline industry. This role offers an opportunity to work on cutting-edge solutions that involve handling hundreds of terabytes of data daily, leveraging the latest AWS services.

You Will

• Partner with data scientists, analysts, and cross-functional stakeholders to translate business and ML/AI use cases into scalable data architectures, including designing modern schemas, data models, and pipelines that enable advanced analytics, machine learning, and real-time reporting
• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and efficient data pipelines and ETL processes to ingest, process, and transform large volumes of data from various sources into usable formats
• Build and optimize data storage and processing systems, including data warehouses, data lakes, and big data platforms, using AWS services such as Amazon Redshift, AWS Glue, AWS EMR, AWS S3, and AWS Lambda, to enable efficient data retrieval and analysis
• Implement and manage real-time data streaming architectures using AWS services like Amazon Kinesis or Apache Kafka to enable real-time data processing and analytics
• Ensure that solutions facilitate secure, efficient, and real-time data analysis and reporting, leveraging infrastructure-as-code and adopting best practices for automation, monitoring, cost optimization, and compliance across cloud environments.
• Perform data profiling, data cleansing, and data transformation tasks to prepare data for analysis and reporting
• Implement data security and privacy measures to protect sensitive and confidential data using AWS security services and features
• Design and implement data architectures following Data Mesh principles within the AWS environment, including domain-oriented data ownership, self-serve data infrastructure, and federated data governance
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior data engineers, reviewing their work and ensuring adherence to best practices and standards

Qualifications

• Strong programming skills in languages like Python, Java, or Scala, with experience in data manipulation and transformation frameworks
• Proven experience as a data engineer, with experience in designing and building large-scale data processing systems
• Strong understanding of data modeling concepts and data management principles
• In-depth knowledge of SQL and experience working with relational and non-relational databases
• Knowledge of Data Mesh principles and experience designing and implementing data architectures following Data Mesh concepts within the AWS ecosystem
• Experience with real-time data streaming architectures using AWS services like Amazon Kinesis or Apache Kafka
• Familiarity with AWS cloud services, such as AWS Sagemaker Unified Studio, AWS Glue, AWS Lambda, AWS EMR, AWS S3, Amazon Redshift, and their data-related features and functionalities
• Familiarity with AWS security services and features for data security and privacy
• [Bonus] Experience designing, implementing, and managing scalable machine learning pipelines and MLOps frameworks for production AI/ML solutions in cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), including model deployment, monitoring, and operational automation.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field

Salary Range: $145,290 – 185,000*The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for applicable geographic differential associated with the loc

Additional Information

At ATPCO, we are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our supportive policies promote work-life balance through flexible work arrangements, and we cultivate a workplace where every employee feels valued, respected, and a true sense of belonging.

We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, protected military/veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, or any other legally protected factor

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.