Data Engineer

Job Title: Data Engineer Job Type: Full-time About Us Our mission at micro1 is to match the most talented people in the world with their dream jobs. If you are looking to be at the forefront of AI innovation and work with some of the fastest growing companies in Silicon Valley, we invite you to apply for a role. By joining the micro1 community, your resume will become visible to top industry leaders, unlocking access to the best career opportunities on the market. Job Summary Join our customer's team as a Data Engineer and play a pivotal role in architecting, building, and optimizing data pipelines that power intelligent business decisions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design robust systems, ensuring our data infrastructure is scalable, reliable, and efficient. Key Responsibilities • Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and ETL processes to support diverse analytics and business needs. • Collaborate closely with data scientists, analysts, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver high-quality data solutions. • Develop, test, and implement data integration solutions using industry-leading tools and technologies. • Optimize data retrieval processes and refine data models for maximum performance and reliability. • Monitor and troubleshoot data pipeline issues to ensure data integrity and system uptime. • Document architecture, processes, and best practices for knowledge sharing and future scalability. • Champion data quality and governance, ensuring compliance with security and privacy standards. Required Skills and Qualifications • Proven experience as a Data Engineer or in a related role, working with cloud-based and on-premises data systems. • Proficiency in SQL, Python, and ETL tools with a strong understanding of data warehousing concepts. • Experience designing and maintaining scalable data architectures and pipelines. • Deep familiarity with relational and non-relational database technologies. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen attention to detail in documentation and collaboration. • Demonstrated ability to work independently in a remote environment while thriving within a dynamic team. • Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for optimizing data processes. Preferred Qualifications • Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP. • Knowledge of data governance frameworks and data security best practices. • Background in building data solutions for fast-growing or enterprise-scale organizations.