Pax8 is the leading cloud-based technology marketplace, simplifying the cloud journey for our partners by integrating technology, business intelligence and proactive service to deliver an unparalleled experience. Serving thousands of partners through the indirect sales channel, our mission is to build the technology marketplace of the future. We are a fast-growing, dynamic and high-energy startup organization, allowing you to make a meaningful impact on the business. Culture is important to us, and at Pax8, it’s business, and it IS personal. We are passionate, creative and humorously offbeat. We work hard, keep it fun, and expect the best.
We Elev8 each other. We Advoc8 for our partners. We Innov8 continuously. We Celebr8 life.
No matter who you are, Pax8 is a place you can call home. We know there’s no such thing as a “perfect" candidate, so we don’t look for the right "fit" – instead, we look for the add. We encourage you to apply for a role at Pax8 even if you don’t meet 100% of the bullet points. We believe in cultivating an environment with a diversity of perspectives, in hopes that we can all thrive in an inclusive environment.
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Overview:
Pax8 is the leading value-added cloud-based SaaS marketplace, simplifying the cloud journey for our partners by integrating technology, business intelligence, and proactive service to deliver an unparalleled experience. Serving thousands of partners through the indirect sales channel, our mission is to be the world’s favorite marketplace for technology professionals to buy cloud products. We are a fast-growing, dynamic, and high-energy organization with a start-up feel, allowing you to make a meaningful impact on the business. Culture is important to us, and at Pax8, it’s business, and it IS personal. We are passionate, creative, and humorously offbeat. We work hard, keep it fun, and expect the best. We Elev8 each other. We Advoc8 for our partners. We Innov8 continuously. We Celebr8 life.
Pax8 not only continuously wins numerous awards in our field but we have time and again been voted among the best places to work in Denver. We are committed to our goal of being the #1 employer of choice!
Position Summary:
The Sr. Data Engineer I designs, develops, tests, deploys, maintains, and improves systems that collect, transform, store, and manage data for end users. They deliver individual projects based on deadlines and required deliverables. The Sr. Engineer I builds complex features independently and collaborates with other teams to conduct design and code reviews. They develop and/or provide technical leadership in the development of data systems involving the application of new technologies with significant technical risk. The Sr. Engineer I prepares detailed plans, which may span over a year for complex projects. They determine test philosophy, goals, and objectives, and participate in the formation of project goals, scope, and schedule.
Essential Responsibilities and Percentage of Time Spent (includes, but is not limited to):
- Define, build, test, and implement scalable data pipelines using Python and SQL. (20%)
- Transforms data to support varied use cases. (20%)
- Includes testing in all aspects of the development process. (15%)
- Mentors junior and mid-level Engineers. (10%)
- Optimizes existing data pipelines and improves existing code quality. (10%)
- Makes updates and improvements to deployment processes. (10%)
- Participates in project planning and architecture discussions. (5%)
- Analyzes potential problems and find solutions to pressing data issues. (5%)
- Participates in on-call rotation. (5%)
Ideal Skills, Experience, and Competencies:
- At least four (4) years of relevant data engineering experience.
- Advanced experience with Python.
- Expert experience with SQL.
- Intermediate experience with a JVM language.
- Exposure to other software development languages.
- Advanced experience with Apache Spark or other distributed processing engines.
- Advanced experience with Apache Kafka or other stream processing frameworks.
- Advanced experience with job orchestration and/or ETL tools such as Airflow, Prefect, Glue, Talend or Informatica.
- Intermediate experience with Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes, or other similar infrastructure tooling.
- Advanced experience with cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
- Advanced experience with analytical databases such as Redshift, Athena, Big Query, and Presto.
- Intermediate experience with building CI/CD pipelines.
- Effective problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
- Ability to consistently achieve results, even under tough circumstances.
- Effective technical leadership abilities.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience with innovative application design and implementation.
- Ability to make sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
Required Education & Certifications:
B.A./B.S. in a related field or equivalent work experience.
Compensation:
Qualified candidates can expect a compensation range of $135,000 to $170,000 or more depending on experience.
Will you now or in the future require Pax8 to commence (“sponsor”) or transfer an immigration case (such as an H-1B Visa, L-1 Visa, etc.) to employ you, commonly known as “sponsorship”? Please note, Pax8 currently is unable to consider applicants who require the sponsorship of a new employment-based visa or the transfer of an existing employment-based visa for this position. Pax8 remains committed to complying with all legal requirements and thank you for your understanding in this matter.
Expected Closing Date: 3/7/2025
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At Pax8 we believe that your Total Rewards should include a benefits package that shows how much we value our greatest assets. All FTE Pax8 people enjoy the following benefits:
- Non-Commissioned Bonus Plans or Variable Commission
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employer Paid Short & Long Term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance
- Flexible, Open Vacation
- Paid Sick Time Off
- Extended Leave for Life events
- RTD Eco Pass (For local Colorado Employees)
- Career Development Programs
- Stock Option Eligibility
- Employee-led Resource Groups
Pax8 is an EEOC Employer.
Equal Opportunities
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