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Sr. Data Engineer

Western Australia, Australia (Remote)

Sr. Data Engineer

3 Weeks ago • 3 Years + • Data Analyst

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Job Description

As a Senior Data Engineer at Ookla, you'll develop high-volume data processing jobs across platforms like Redshift, Athena, Iceberg, Spark, and Airflow. You'll collaborate with data scientists to translate research into viable products, identify system bottlenecks, and improve efficiency. You'll support data scientists, analysts, and product managers, and mentor junior team members. The ideal candidate has a strong programming background (Python preferred), experience with big data processing in Spark, and expertise in SQL and database management. Experience with AWS and event-driven architectures is a plus.

Must have:

High-volume data processing (Spark)
SQL & Database expertise (Redshift, Athena)
Python programming proficiency
Data modeling & warehouse management
Collaboration with data scientists

Good to have:

AWS cloud services
Event-driven architecture
Streaming data pipelines

Perks:

Competitive annual leave
ESPP options
Comprehensive benefits plans
Pension plan contribution
Paid parental leave
Wellness benefits

Description

Position at Ookla

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 senior 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
You are enthusiastic about mentoring and guiding junior team members, helping them understand architectural principles, best practices, and effective ways of working.

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):

Competitive annual leave
ESPP options
Comprehensive benefits plans
Pension plan contribution
Paid maternity and parental leave
Wellness benefits (Calm app, gym reimbursement, ERG groups, etc)

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 educational opportunities, and anti-racism and LGBTQIA+ resource libraries, team activities, and many more.

If you’re passionate about joining the work we’re doing, we welcome your application and encourage applicants with both traditional and non-traditional experience that makes them an excellent candidate for the role. We strongly believe diversity of all kinds makes us better. We are an equal opportunity employer actively working to build an inclusive workforce at all levels of the company. [Read our latest diversity report from our parent company Ziff Davis here.]

Ookla is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We want to ensure candidates have everything they need throughout our application and hiring process. If you have any individual needs related to disability or accessibility, we encourage you to contact recruiting@ookla.com and let us know how we can best accommodate you.

Ookla is a division of Ziff Davis.

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