[Remote] Senior Data Engineer | The Points Guy

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. The Points Guy is looking for a Senior Data Engineer to build data products and create the foundation for machine learning and business analytics efforts. In this role, you will design and optimize data pipelines, collaborate with stakeholders, and implement best practices in data architecture and governance.ResponsibilitiesDesign, build, and optimize data pipelines and infrastructure in Databricks and AWS (S3, EC2, Lambda, etc.)Build high impact data products - Develop scalable, well tested data models that drive lifetime value, churn, and propensity insights powering RV sites and CRM activationsEngineer reliable data pipelines - Implement Python/Spark jobs, dbt transformations, and Orchestration with CI/CD (GitHub Actions, Terraform)Partner with analytics and product teams to translate business needs into scalable data models and solutionsImplement and promote best practices in data architecture, security, observability, and governanceCollaborate with data stakeholders on privacy-safe data sharing solutions, including clean-room environments and other secure data exchange methodsSkillsMust be located in the Eastern or Central Time Zone and be based in the United States5+ years designing and developing on AWS and Databricks data lake and lakehouse architecturesExpert in SQL, Python/ScalaHands on with Kafka and Spark Structured Streaming in productionDimensional, data vault, and real time schemas; SQL performance tuning on data warehouses, including Snowflake and Databricks SQLDbt, GitHub Actions, Terraform; strong CI/CD experienceProven experience building scalable data pipelines and integrations leveraging APIsSystem design experience for batch and real timePrior work in consumer finance, banking or fintechProven ability to translate technical concepts to non technical audiences; excellent written & verbal communicationExperience modernizing or migrating large-scale data environments to Databricks or AWSFamiliarity with data governance, cataloging, and access-control frameworksProven success influencing technical direction and driving adoption of best practices across teamsBenefitsHealth Insurance Coverage (medical, dental, and vision)Life InsuranceShort and Long-Term Disability InsuranceFlexible Spending AccountsHoliday Pay401(k) with matchEmployee Assistance ProgramPaid Parental Bonding Benefit ProgramFlexible Paid Time Off (PTO): We believe time to rest and recharge is essential. That’s why we offer a generous and flexible PTO policy. Full-time employees accrue 20 days of PTO for a full calendar year annually, with an increase to 25 days after five years of service.Company OverviewThe Points Guy is your go-to source to navigate the ins and outs of the travel world. It was founded in 2010, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https://thepointsguy.com/.