Data Engineer: Data Ops

MindSource

$120K — $145K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of Data Engineering or Software Engineering experience with a data focus.
  • Strong SQL and Python skills.
  • Hands-on experience with Airflow, Spark, Kafka, Trino/Dremio, Iceberg, Docker.
  • Experience with production data pipelines, DataOps, and incident management.
  • Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable ETL/data pipelines and warehouse solutions.
  • Build and orchestrate workflows using Airflow.
  • Develop data solutions using Python, SQL, Spark, Kafka, Trino/Dremio, Iceberg, and Docker.
  • Monitor, troubleshoot, and support production pipelines including incident response and deployments.
  • Perform root cause analysis (RCA) and resolve issues across shared data platforms.
  • Implement data quality checks and monitoring systems.
  • Collaborate with Data Engineering, Sales, and Finance teams to deliver reliable data solutions.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work environment with onsite requirements in Cupertino, CA.
  • Opportunity to work with cutting-edge data technologies.
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams in Sales and Finance.
  • Focus on maintaining high data quality and supporting production systems.
Full Job Description
Data Engineer - DataOps

Location: Cupertino, CA (Hybrid - Onsite)

Job Summary

We are seeking a Data Engineer with a strong DataOps background to build, maintain, and support large-scale data pipelines powering Sales and Finance analytics. The ideal candidate will have expertise in SQL, Python, Airflow, Spark, and modern data platforms, along with hands-on experience supporting production data pipelines and resolving complex issues.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable ETL/data pipelines and warehouse solutions.
  • Build and orchestrate workflows using Airflow.
  • Develop data solutions using Python, SQL, Spark, Kafka, Trino/Dremio, Iceberg, and Docker.
  • Monitor, troubleshoot, and support production pipelines, including incident response, backfills, and deployments.
  • Perform root cause analysis (RCA) and resolve issues across shared data platforms.
  • Implement data quality checks, monitoring, and validation frameworks.
  • Collaborate with Data Engineering, Sales, and Finance teams to deliver reliable data solutions.
  • Maintain Git, CI/CD, and SDLC best practices.

Required Qualifications
  • 5+ years of Data Engineering or Software Engineering experience with a strong data focus.
  • Strong SQL and Python skills.
  • Hands-on experience with Airflow, Spark, Kafka, Trino/Dremio, Iceberg, Docker, and ETL/data pipeline development.
  • Experience supporting production data pipelines, DataOps, incident management, and data quality.
  • Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Java or Scala experience.
  • Experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP.
  • Experience with Sales or Finance analytics.
  • Experience using AI coding tools such as Claude, ChatGPT, or GitHub Copilot.

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