Data Engineer II
Job Summary
Job Description
As a Data Engineer at Ookla, you will be developing tools and libraries to support data scientists and analysts in discovering new ways to apply data. You will be working on big data using the latest technologies. The role involves developing high-volume data processing jobs across various platforms like Redshift, Athena, Iceberg, Spark, and Airflow. You'll collaborate with Data Scientists to turn methodology into products, identify bottlenecks, and make recommendations for improving efficiency. Supporting and collaborating with data scientists, analysts, and product managers will be key aspects of the job. Ookla is committed to providing a flexible work environment where individuality, fun, and talent are valued equally.
Must have:
- Develop high volume data processing jobs.
- Work closely with Data Scientists.
- Identify bottlenecks in system performance.
- Support and collaborate with data scientists.
Good to have:
- Experience with AWS cloud services.
- Experience with event driven architecture and streaming data pipelines.
Perks:
- 401(k) matching
- Unlimited PTO
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan options
- Health/dental/vision insurance coverage
- Wellness benefits
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
- Maven Fertility options
- Pregnancy support
- Pet insurance
- Enhanced parental leave
- Disability coverage
13 skills required
Job Details
Description
Ookla® is a global leader in connectivity intelligence, offering unparalleled network insights through the combined expertise of Speedtest®, Downdetector®, RootMetrics®, and Ekahau®. Ookla’s complementary 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.
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