Senior Data Engineer

Posted Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 6:00 AM Who We Are Standvast is a modern, tech-driven third-party logistics provider (3PL) that engineers solutions across the entire supply chain, enabling our customers to leverage a national fulfillment network. We deploy proprietary machine learning technology and best-in-class fulfillment capabilities to drive improved outcomes for our clients and their customers. Standvast is seeking doers, problem-solvers, and innovators to help us build a better supply chain. We are looking for individuals who want to create something new and embrace an opportunity to make a difference while learning from a seasoned team that has driven some of the most significant innovations in eCommerce supply chain, logistics, and technology development across various industries. Solution Overview: + Mass-Customized Order Fulfillment Services + Machine learning systems (AI) to drive transparency and empower client teams to improve results relentlessly. + Simple, Secure, Closed-loop data flow from the customer back to the manufacturer to eliminate waste and operate lean. Who We Are Looking For We are a build-first, cloud-first, remote-first engineering team. DevOps, CI/CD, and TDD are foundational assumptions. We are a Python/Django shop with React front ends, Databricks as our data platform, Tableau as a BI tool, and AWS as our infrastructure. Most on the team come from a background in large distributed systems in a retail environment. You will be a member of our small data engineering team. This is a hands-on, build-oriented technical role. We’re looking for an experienced technical contributor who is excellent at their craft and can also lead others by example. You will own your code here – you will be expected to build, operate, and maintain the structures, jobs, and integrations that you create. This is a fully remote role. What You Will Do: The essential functions include, but are are not limited to the following: Be a sought-after technical partner who works with product managers and business teams to understand problems and propose solutions Build high quality solutions that implement engineering best practices Mentor junior data engineers and analysts, leading by example Maintain high operational excellence, participating in the team on-call support rotation and constantly improving our systems What Skills You Need (Required): 5+ years of professional, non-internship experience as a data engineer Production experience with Databricks, Snowflake, or BigQuery platforms Senior-level experience with engineering practices (CI/CD, testing, monitoring, and metrics analysis) Highly proficient in Spark, SQL, Python (will be tested) Be able to travel to one of our warehouse locations 2-3 times per year BS (or higher, e.g., MS, or PhD) in Computer Science or related technical field involving coding (e.g., physics or mathematics), or equivalent technical experience Authorized to work in the United States for any employer Preferred: Experience setting up ML environments for data science experiments Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment Visas at this time. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. Prolonged periods of sitting: The role requires working at a desk and using a computer for extended periods. Manual dexterity: Frequent use of hands and fingers to handle or operate office equipment, such as keyboards, phones, and copiers. Visual acuity: Ability to read documents, spreadsheets, and computer screens for prolonged periods. Occasional standing, walking, and reaching: May be required to move about the office, retrieve files, or attend meetings. Lifting and carrying: Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 15 pounds (e.g., office supplies, documents). Hearing and speaking: Clear and effective communication in person and via phone or virtual platforms. Minimal physical exertion: The role primarily involves sedentary work, with occasional physical activity as needed. Benefits Medical insurance with 100% employer covered HRA Equity in a fast-growing company (This does not apply to hourly roles) Dental and Vision insurance Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance are 100% employer covered Basic Life Insurance is 100% employer covered Accident and Critical Illness Insurance Supplemental Term Life Insurance 401k with 5% company match for non-HCE Employees Robust Employee Assistance Program Standvast Values Care for Customer First - Our solutions start with and focus on our clients and their customers. Stay Humble and Work Hard – Our mission is to enable our clients' and teams’ success we must work tirelessly together to deliver our vision. Expect More – Trust, integrity, transparency, and great people - Setting the bar on the diverse quality of our team and services we provide to ensure we achieve something uniquely excellent. Relentlessly Improve, Don’t Settle - Simplify and invent solutions in a culture of constant learning to fearlessly drive informed action that will make a difference. Be Accountable - Demonstrate mutual respect, share responsibility, and commit to success across our team, customers, and partners. Do good, Serve others – Our organization seeks to create greater good for those we serve. This job description does not encompass all duties to be performed. Employees must follow job-related instructions and perform other duties as assigned. Essential functions and responsibilities may be modified to accommodate individuals with disabilities. Successful performance requires the necessary skills and abilities. This document outlines minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities and does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, beyond an “at will” relationship. Standvast is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.