Senior Data Platform Engineer

Webconnex LLC; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Health care package

Participation in company trips

10 vacation days

Job summary

A dynamic software development company based in Sacramento, California is seeking a Senior Data Platform Engineer to architect and scale data infrastructure. This role involves designing data architectures, managing data pipelines, and ensuring data integrity and compliance. Ideal candidates will bring strong skills in data modeling and advanced data platform management. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, alongside opportunities for growth and development.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of data architecture principles for tracking and reporting with standardized models.
• Advanced expertise in data modeling and structure design.
• Experience with data pipeline development and process optimization.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement data architectures for standardized tracking and reporting.
• Lead the development of data models supporting scalable management.
• Build and optimize data pipelines for efficient data flow.

Skills

Data architecture principles

Data modeling and structure design

Data pipeline development

Data access controls and governance

Scaling data platforms

AI-focused data architecture

Communication with technical and non-technical teammates

Tools

AWS

Python

SQL

GIT

dbt

Job description

We are an ambitious team of passion driven people. We love to make software but our true priority is our intentional company culture. Headquartered in Sacramento, California, with employees all over the country, we believe a team performs best when individuals are empowered, honored, and trusted. Our team is comprised of smart, passionate, and humble people who love what they do. The results speak for themselves. We currently have over 60,000 customers who have processed over $3 billion dollars for their events and fundraising. If you want to join a talented team doing big things, you’ve found the right place. We hope you apply!

Location

While our core team and headquarters are in Sacramento, California, we welcome remote workers from all over the country. We’ve built a strong culture to foster valuable team relationships with both remote and California team members. We host frequent trips during the year to bring the team together for extended periods of face‑to‑face time to build deeper relationships. Some examples of trips include our domestic excursions to San Diego, Newport Beach, and Lake Tahoe, along with international trips to Mexico, Costa Rica, Belize, and the Dominican Republic.

Primary Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Data Platform Engineer to architect and scale our data infrastructure. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise and a proven track record of building robust, performant data systems. This role requires both strategic thinking and hands‑on implementation skills to support our growing data needs.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement data architectures for tracking and reporting using standardized models to ensure consistency and reliability.
• Lead the development of advanced data models and structures that support scalable and efficient data management.
• Build and optimize data pipelines to ensure seamless data flow and process efficiency across the organization.
• Manage data access controls and governance to maintain data integrity, security, and compliance.
• Drive the scaling of data platforms from initial design through to fully established systems, ensuring they meet evolving business needs.
• Collaborate with teams to design and implement data architectures that support AI and machine learning projects.
• Collaborate with and support data analysts with our long‑term analytics vision, data systems, and internal collaboration process.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of data architecture principles for tracking and reporting with standardized models.
• Advanced expertise in data modeling and structure design.
• Experience with data pipeline development and process optimization.
• Proficiency in managing data access controls and governance.
• Track record of scaling data platforms from initial design to established systems.
• Experience with AI‑focused data architecture.
• Experience communicating and collaborating with technical and non‑technical teammates.

Common Technologies

• AWS
• Python
• SQL
• GIT
• dbt

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: $120,000 - $150,000 annually. Opportunity for growth and bonuses.
• 401k with company match and equity pool opportunities.
• Aetna or Kaiser Permanente health care package, vision plan, and health savings account (HSA).
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DCFSA).
• Benevolence Fund for larger medical expenses.
• Connection Credits for team experiences.
• Participation in 3 company trips (including tropical summer experience with company & families).
• 10 vacation days (15 vacation days after 2 years), 5 sick days, 1 floating holiday, and 2 personal days.

Apply Today

Follow the link below to apply and we’ll be in touch. Please note, the application can take about 30 minutes to complete.