Senior Data Engineer V2

Webcreek; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 135,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

PTO and paid holidays

WebCreek University training

Wellness programs

Workcation opportunities

Job summary

Webcreek is seeking a Senior Data Engineer in Houston, TX to design, build, and support enterprise-grade backend and data solutions. You will develop Python-based services, RESTful APIs with FastAPI, and scalable ETL/data workflows while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Strong SQL, CI/CD, Elastic Stack, and AI-assisted tooling experience are valued. On-site role with opportunities to influence architecture, data governance, and production reliability within a rapidly growing

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in data engineering, backend development, or enterprise data applications.
• Strong proficiency in Python and FastAPI.
• Hands-on experience building and consuming RESTful APIs.
• Required experience with FastAPI.
• Solid experience with relational databases and strong SQL skills.
• Working knowledge of non-relational databases.
• Experience designing ETL pipelines and event-driven architectures.
• Experience with CI/CD practices and tools such as GitHub and Jenkins.
• Familiarity with Elastic Stack (Elasticsearch, Kibana, APM).
• Strong analytical, debugging, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, maintain, and support backend services and data solutions using Python.
• Build and consume RESTful APIs with FastAPI.
• Design and implement enterprise-level data architecture aligned to requirements.
• Work with relational databases; write, optimize, and troubleshoot SQL queries.
• Support non-relational databases when appropriate.
• Design and implement ETL pipelines and event-driven systems at scale.
• Collaborate with application, data, business, QA teams, and stakeholders.
• Support CI/CD and development automation with GitHub and Jenkins.
• Use Elastic Stack for log aggregation, search, monitoring, and APM visibility.
• Troubleshoot production issues related to APIs, data flows, and reliability.
• Leverage AI-assisted development tools to support design and coding decisions.

Skills

Python

FastAPI

RESTful APIs

SQL

ETL

Event-driven architecture

CI/CD

Debugging & troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Communication with stakeholders

GitHub

Jenkins

Elastic Stack

Elasticsearch

Kibana

APM

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

GitHub

Jenkins

Elasticsearch

Kibana

APM

Job description

This Senior Data Engineer role at Webcreek is based in Houston, Texas and focuses on designing, building, and supporting enterprise-grade backend and data solutions. The position combines Python and API development with data architecture, ETL, event-driven systems, and production operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, maintain, and support backend services and data solutions using Python.
• Build and consume RESTful APIs, with hands‑on development experience using FastAPI.
• Design and implement enterprise-level data architecture aligned to business and technical requirements.
• Work with relational databases, including writing, optimizing, and troubleshooting SQL queries.
• Support and apply non-relational database technologies when appropriate to the use case.
• Design and implement custom ETL pipelines and event-driven systems at scale.
• Collaborate with application teams, data teams, business analysts, QA teams, and stakeholders to deliver reliable technical solutions.
• Support CI/CD and development automation using tools such as GitHub and Jenkins.
• Use the Elastic Stack (including Elasticsearch, Kibana, and APM) for log aggregation, search, monitoring, and application performance visibility.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues related to APIs, databases, data flows, performance, and system reliability.
• Use AI-assisted development tools to support software design, code generation, research, and technical decision-making.
• Maintain code quality, documentation, and best practices for backend, API, and data engineering work.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in data engineering, backend development, or enterprise data application development.
• Strong proficiency in Python and Python fundamentals.
• Hands‑on experience building and consuming RESTful APIs.
• Required experience with FastAPI.
• Solid experience with relational databases and strong SQL skills, including the ability to write, optimize, and troubleshoot queries.
• Working knowledge of non-relational database technologies and appropriate use cases.
• Experience designing and implementing ETL pipelines.
• Experience with event-driven architecture and scalable data workflows.
• Familiarity with CI/CD practices and tools such as GitHub and Jenkins.
• Familiarity with the Elastic Stack, including Elasticsearch, Kibana, and APM.
• Strong analytical, debugging, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, understand complex systems, and deliver high‑quality solutions.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with technical and business stakeholders.

Technologies

Python, FastAPI, REST API, SQL, ETL, event-driven architecture, CI/CD, GitHub, Jenkins, Elasticsearch, Kibana, APM.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience working in oil and gas, energy, or enterprise data environments.
• Familiarity with oil and gas operations or industry‑specific data concepts.
• Experience supporting production systems and business‑critical applications.
• Experience with AI‑assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor, or similar platforms.
• Experience with cloud platforms is a plus, though the role is not primarily focused on cloud infrastructure.

Benefits

• Full‑time position in a quickly growing company.
• Competitive salary with regular revisions.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan and comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• In‑house IT training and certifications through WebCreek University.
• Flexible work environment within a diverse, international team.
• Wellness programs and exclusive “workcation” opportunities for top performers.

Location and Work Model

On‑site in Houston, TX. Relocation candidates are encouraged to apply.