Staff Data Engineer

About the role

Front is seeking a Staff Data Engineer to lead the development of our analytics infrastructure. You will design scalable data models and pipelines while fostering a self-service environment for stakeholders across the organization.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Architect end-to-end data pipelines that prioritize performance and reliability.
• Build automated platforms to enable self-service data consumption for internal users.
• Maintain data quality standards and ensure all team service level agreements are met.
• Develop data schemas and optimize query performance for large, complex datasets.
• Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and business stakeholders to drive data best practices.
• Manage data security and availability across multiple regions and data centers.
• Establish monitoring and logging frameworks to ensure system traceability.
• Evaluate and manage data vendors and technical tooling.
• Apply AI tools to improve development speed, code quality, and automation workflows.

Requirements

• BS/BA in Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in data engineering or deep ETL development.
• Proficiency in managing Snowflake data warehouses.
• Strong programming skills with a focus on modular and maintainable code.
• Advanced expertise in Python and SQL for handling large datasets.
• Experience with at least one big data technology such as Spark, Flink, Presto, EMR, HDFS, or Redshift.
• Practical knowledge of workflow management tools, specifically Airflow.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a service-oriented mindset.

Skills & tools

• Snowflake
• Python
• SQL
• Airflow
• Big data technologies (Spark, Flink, Presto, EMR, HDFS, or Redshift)

Practical notes

• Front follows a hybrid work model with in-office attendance required Tuesday through Thursday.
• Benefits include private health insurance, paid parental leave, flexible time off, and mental health support via Workplace Options.
• Additional perks include family planning through Maven, a $100 monthly lifestyle stipend, designated wellness days, and a company-wide winter break.