Senior Data Engineer

WhiteWater Express Car Wash; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Free Weekly Car Washes

Job summary

WhiteWater Express Car Wash in Houston is seeking a Senior Data Engineer to lead the development of integrated data systems. This role involves creating automated workflows, APIs, and ETL pipelines to enhance operational efficiency across locations.

Ideal candidates will have a background in software engineering, experience with various programming languages, and a drive to optimize data management practices. Comprehensive health benefits, a retirement plan, and career advancement opportunities are part of the package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Experience designing and maintaining ETL pipelines.
• Strong understanding of SQL optimization and data analytics.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop full-stack applications with diverse technologies.
• Build and maintain ETL pipelines across systems.
• Administer Snowflake, MySQL, and SQL Server databases.

Skills

ETL pipeline design

Database management

Python

PHP

Node.js

JavaScript

C#

API design

Cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure)

CI/CD pipelines

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

8+ years of hands-on software engineering experience

Tools

MySQL

Snowflake

DBT

Airflow

Git

Job description

Senior Data Engineer

Note: Position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

At WhiteWater Express, we are more than just a car wash; we are a company built on respect, communication, and a passion for people. Our dedicated team members are leaders within the company, and we believe that personal growth is the key to our organizational success. If you are a self-starter, motivated, and ready to take on new challenges, we want you to succeed with us, as a part of a rapidly growing business.

Location: 106 Vintage Park Blvd. Houston, TX 77070

Position Overview

We’re looking for a Full-Stack Software Engineer who thrives at the intersection of software development and data engineering and is excited to build technology that drives real-world impact. In this role, you’ll take ownership of designing and developing end-to-end systems that automate workflows, integrate business processes, and power data-informed decision-making across a fast-growing, multi-location organization. From creating internal workflow tools and customer-facing checkout experiences to building APIs and ETL pipelines that seamlessly sync on-site MySQL databases with our Snowflake data warehouse, your work will directly improve operational efficiency, scalability, and the foundation for long-term growth through smart, integrated technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop full-stack applications using Python, PHP, Node.js, JavaScript.
• Build and maintain ETL pipelines to integrate and transform data across multiple systems using tools such as DBT etc.
• Develop and manage APIs to support system and data integrations.
• Administer and optimize Snowflake, MySQL, and SQL Server databases.
• Orchestrate and monitor data workflows using tools such as Airflow or similar platforms.
• Maintain and support off-the-shelf software solutions.
• Implement role-based access controls and data security best practices.
• Collaborate with Data Analysts to optimize reporting and data accessibility.
• Manage code repositories using Git and participate in CI/CD workflows.
• Leverage cloud environments including AWS, Google Cloud, Azure, or DigitalOcean.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and provide support to internal stakeholders.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and continuously improve systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field or 8+ years of hands-on software engineering experience.
• Strong proficiency designing and maintaining ETL pipelines.
• Deep understanding of database management, SQL optimization, data analytics and data warehousing.
• Experience with PHP, Node.js, JavaScript, Python, and C#.
• Experience with frameworks such as Laravel, Express.js, or WordPress.
• Familiarity with cloud computing platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure).
• Knowledge of API design, CI/CD pipelines, Git version control, and Agile methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Paid Time Off in addition to Company Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Pathways to Advancement
• Free Weekly Car Washes

Our employees are our most valuable asset. We only employ the best people in the service industry who embrace new challenges with enthusiasm. If you are looking for professional development with advancement opportunities in a fast-growing organization, come join our Team!