Gerson Lehrman Group

Data Operations Engineer

Gerson Lehrman Group$101K — $122K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2-3 years of experience in data operations, data engineering, or a related role.
  • Strong SQL skills and a good understanding of relational databases.
  • Proficiency in a scripting language, ideally Python, for automation and data manipulation.
  • Understanding of data fundamentals, including modeling and quality.
  • Inquisitive mindset with a desire to learn end-to-end systems.
  • Experience with AI toolsets like Claude, Copilot, and Open code.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain data pipelines and integrations for GLG's platforms.
  • Write and optimize SQL to transform and validate data.
  • Monitor and troubleshoot scheduled jobs and data quality issues.
  • Collaborate with teams to fulfill business data needs.
  • Write clean, maintainable code and queries.
  • Document processes and contribute to operational best practices.
  • Stay informed about new tools and approaches for growth.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage effective from day one.
  • Flexible paid time off with no predetermined vacation limits plus 10 company holidays.
  • 401(k) plans with employer match (subject to limits).
  • Tuition reimbursement for eligible courses, including language skills.
  • Paid parental leave and adoption/surrogacy reimbursement.
  • Free wellbeing support programs and long-term therapy through Pathways.
  • Additional perks depending on job location.
Full Job Description
Our Product Engineering group is responsible for GLG's technology platforms that connect GLG's clients with the insights needed to make important business decisions. We're looking for a curious Data Operations Engineer with 2-3 years' experience to join our Data Operations team and keep the data that powers GLG flowing reliably. You'll pair with other engineers, analysts, and stakeholders to build, operate, and troubleshoot the pipelines and integrations that move data across our systems.

Specific responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
  • Build, run, and maintain data pipelines, imports, and integrations that feed GLG's platforms and reporting.
  • Write and optimize SQL to move, transform, and validate data across sources.
  • Monitor scheduled jobs, triage failures, and resolve data-quality and data-accuracy issues.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to turn business needs into reliable data deliverables.
  • Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code and queries.
  • Contribute to runbooks, documentation, and operational best practices.
  • Stay curious about new tools and approaches - we'll train you on our stack as you grow.

An ideal candidate will have the following:
  • 2-3 years of experience in a data operations, data engineering, or similar data-focused role.
  • Strong SQL and a solid understanding of relational databases.
  • Proficiency in a scripting language (Python preferred) for data manipulation and automation.
  • Solid grasp of data fundamentals - modeling, transformation, data quality.
  • An inquisitive, generalist mindset - eager to learn systems end-to-end rather than staying in one niche.
  • Experience using Claude, Copilot, Open code and other AI toolsets.
  • Solid problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive in an iterative, collaborative environment.

Preferred (or willing to train):
  • Cloud data warehouses (e.g., Snowflake).
  • Workflow orchestration (e.g., Airflow).
  • Search/indexing platforms (e.g., OpenSearch).
  • AWS cloud platform, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices.


What We Offer:

Benefits: All U.S. GLGers also have access to benefits such as:
  • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your first day of employment
  • Flexible paid time off. No pre-determined limits on vacation time, plus 10 company holidays
  • 401(k) and Roth 401(k) plans with an employer match (subject to annual limits & vesting)
  • Tuition reimbursement program for eligible courses including language skills courses
  • Paid parental leave, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement
  • Free wellbeing support with the Calm app, Maven and EAP, and free long-term therapy & counselling assistance through Pathways
  • Other work perks and benefits available based on final job location

Compensation: GLG is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Actual compensation is based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. Certain roles may also be eligible for incentive compensation.

The anticipated hiring base salary range for this role is:

$101,500-$122,000 USD

About Gerson Lehrman Group

Gerson Lehrman Group (GLG) is a professional learning platform that connects subject-matter experts with organizations seeking insights to make better decisions. GLG?s platform provides access to insights from a network of more than 900,000 experts who work across every industry and geography. GLG?s clients include Fortune 500 companies, leading professional services firms, and top-tier academic institutions. GLG was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in New York City.
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