Customer Data Engineer, Tapestry

X, the moonshot factory

$144K — $223K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; Master's degree is a plus
  • 3-5 years of experience in data engineering focusing on data integration and ETL/ELT processes
  • Ability to work directly with external enterprise customers in a technical capacity
  • Proficiency in data engineering programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, Scala) and strong SQL skills
  • Experience with data integration tools and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills in complex systems
  • Exceptional communication skills for conveying technical concepts to diverse audiences

Responsibilities

  • Act as the technical point of contact for enterprise customers and partners during integration and onboarding
  • Collaborate with customer IT teams and data stakeholders to understand systems and integration needs
  • Analyze customer technology stacks to design optimal integration solutions
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of internal integration frameworks and tools
  • Design, develop, and implement scalable data pipelines to integrate customer data into Tapestry's platform
  • Develop custom connectors and automation tools for seamless data exchange
  • Ensure data quality and integrity throughout the integration lifecycle

Benefits

  • Work with a mission-driven team focused on clean energy innovation
  • Opportunity to contribute to global sustainability efforts
  • Engage in a dynamic, startup-like work environment
  • Flexibility and independence in managing tasks
  • Travel opportunities of up to 25% to support customer integration efforts
Full Job Description
C u s t o m e r D a t a E n g i n e e r , T a p e s t r y

Software Engineering Mountain View, CA (HQ)

About the team:

Tapestry, is X's moonshot for the electric grid . We are a team of software engineers, power systems experts and clean energy geeks who are on a mission to make the world's electric grid visible so everyone, everywhere can access clean, affordable and reliable energy. We are working with partners around the world to create AI powered tools that will help everyone who works with the grid build and manage a carbon-free and secure electricity system.

Currently incubating at X, Alphabet's innovation lab, we are now building the team that will scale Tapestry for more global impact. We are looking for people who are passionate about revolutionizing the energy sector to join us at this critical growth stage. You'll have the chance to be part of a rapidly growing team that has the agility and impact of an early stage company, while building on world-class technology created at Alphabet. Learn more about Tapestry here .

About the role:

We are seeking a highly skilled and client-focused Customer Data Engineer to be the technical spearhead for integrating customer data and information technology systems with Tapestry's technology platform. This role is critical to enhancing Tapestry's customer success function, maximizing value derived from Tapestry's platform, and increasing customer and partner satisfaction.

How you will make 10x impact:
  • Act as technical point of contact for enterprise customers and partners during integration and onboarding
  • Collaborate directly with customer information technology teams, data stakeholders, and technical personnel to understand their systems, data sources, and integration needs
  • Analyze customer technology stacks and data architectures to design optimal integration solutions
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of our internal integration frameworks, tools, and methodologies based on customer feedback
  • Design, develop, and implement robust, scalable, and secure data pipelines to ingest, transform, and load customer data (e.g., GIS, imagery) from various sources into Tapestry's platform
  • Develop custom connectors, scripts, and automation tools as needed to facilitate seamless data exchange between customer systems and Tapestry's platform
  • Ensure data quality, integrity, and consistency throughout the integration lifecycle.
  • Work cross-functionally with Tapestry's internal Product, Engineering, and Advance teams to champion customer needs and influence product roadmap decisions
  • Directly impact the speed and efficiency of data ingestion, ultimately leading to faster time-to-value for partners and customers

What you should have:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information technology or a related field. A Master's degree in a related field is a plus.
  • 3- 5 years of relevant experience in data engineering, with a strong focus on data integration and ETL/ELT processes
  • Demonstrated ability to work directly with external enterprise customers in a technical capacity
  • Proficiency in programming languages commonly used for data engineering (e.g., Python, Java, Scala) and strong SQL skills
  • Experience with various data integration tools, platforms, and methodologies (e.g., APIs, message queues, cloud integration services, data warehousing concepts).
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and their data services
  • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills in complex distributed systems
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to diverse audiences
  • Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
  • Ability to travel up to 25% of the time in support of customer integration

It'd be great if you also had these:
  • Passion for the energy and climate space
  • Working knowledge or background in power systems, though not required, would be a plus
  • Experience handling Geographic Information System (GIS) data and imagery
  • Ability to influence without authority, working with technical and cross-functional teams within and outside the organization to get things done
  • Fast learner with capacity to learn about a wide-spread of different technologies
  • Experience working in a startup-like environment

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $144,000 - $223,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.

An Equal Opportunity Workplace

At X, we don't just accept difference - we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products and our community. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact us at [email protected] .

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