Data Engineer

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Meow Wolf opens portals of possibility. Come as you are! 

We are individuals who inspire creativity in people's lives through art and exploration, so that our combined imaginations can transform the world we live in. We create immersive and interactive experiences that transport audiences into fantastic realms of story and exploration.  Our Vision is to be the world’s leading creative company, reimagining the paradigm of art and storytelling, to make a positive difference in the world.  

We share a strong commitment to Belonging through our values of: 

• Collaborative Creativity: We believe the act of creating together amplifies possibilities.

• Provocative Playfulness:  We celebrate the unexpected because it is the doorway to discovery.

• Outsiders Welcome: We are all outsiders at heart, and we create space for everyone to feel like they belong.

• Authentic Compassion: We are “kind punks” - supportive to each other and standing up for what we believe in.

• Audacious Courage: We have the courage to radically reinvent ourselves to push the boundaries of art.

If this all sounds like YOU, read on….

Job Description:

Location: This position is remote/ hybrid-eligible, provided the candidate resides within the following markets: Santa Fe, Denver, Las Vegas, Dallas, or Los Angeles.

Compensation: Compensation for this role is $99,910.

Deadline: The deadline for submitting applications for this position is October15, 2024. Meow Wolf reserves the right to extend this deadline if needed.

Job Summary:

In a collaborative effort, the Data Engineer will help build enhancements to Meow Wolf’s customer experience ecosystem. This is a highly technical position that will require a good breadth of web technology and database experience, coupled with a strong drive to innovate. 

As a Data Engineer, you will be a key member of our Product and Engineering team. You are responsible for activities throughout the data engineering lifecycle, which ultimately makes our data accessible and ensures the uninterrupted flow of data in order for us to best evaluate and optimize performance. Your work will touch on security, data management, data architecture, systems orchestration, and software engineering. You will be instrumental in supporting the development of next-generation products and experiences that integrate cutting edge technology into the broader Meow Wolf experience.

You will improve data quality, availability, and accessibility which will allow Meow Wolf to continue to deliver the ultimate guest experience.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in requirements gathering: work with key department leads and our Project Manager to understand department-level data needs for data flows.

• Build and maintain critical data ETLs leveraging best practices in security and data fidelity.

• Integrate data from first/third party databases and platforms into data lakes and warehouses including BigQuery and Cloud Storage inside Google Cloud Platform.

• Maintain and optimize our data warehouse (BigQuery) in collaboration with the  data engineering team.

• Plan and architect new data flows for our current and future data gaps.

• Support Operations: remediate triage alerts channeled to you.

• Technical Documentation: create clear, simple, and comprehensive documentation for data flows and ETLs.

• Coordinate releases, leverage issues tracking, and manage pull requests for the data projects.

Required Qualifications:

•  You come with 3+ years of experience in Python, including building ETLs and/or other types of data pipelines.

• You have 2+ years of experience in SQL, including use of nested and complex queries.

• You bring extensive experience working with REST-based APIs, with some experience in implementing ETLs using APIs for connecting to e-commerce, ticketing, gaming, analytics, and/or interaction tracking systems.

• You possess strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate highly complex and ambiguous situations.

• You are adaptable, enterprising, and willing to be a technical leader on projects.

• You set a high-quality bar: just-enough documentation, unit testing, code reviews, test automation, continuous integration & deployment.

• You demonstrate excellent communication skills with the ability to think creatively and adapt the message to the audience.

• You are comfortable working independently as well as engaging in close collaboration with colleagues via pair programming, workshops, and code reviews.

• You do not need a traditional Data Engineering or Computer Science background. We value lived experience and curiosity in addition to professional experience and formal education.

• Knowledge of Google Cloud Platform in general, but experience with BigQuery, Cloud Storage, Cloud SQL, and Cloud Run are especially valuable.

• Experience with Flask and/or FastAPI, Python web frameworks we commonly use preferred

• Experience with PostgreSQL preferred

• Experience using Agile methodologies and Scrum and/or Kanban in particular preferred

• Experience with Javascript, either for scripting or as a server-side language preferred

• Familiarity writing ETLs for CRMs in general, or HubSpot in particular preferred

• Experience working with translating (research) questions into data needs and (novel) analysis techniques, if that includes experience with Data Fusion, data forensics and/or data reconstruction – even better.

• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks

• Demonstrated experience ensuring that quality and utility remain high for a variety of internal and external products

• Able to exhibit professional judgment and decision-making skills

• Experienced in managing processes or projects and driving change through positive influence and leading by example

• Creative in your approach to problem solving with the ability to identify process improvement opportunities

• Swift at familiarizing yourself with new concepts and disciplines, as well as learning and deepening your understanding of computer languages and tools 

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

• This position is remote friendly and a company laptop will be provided.

• There is potential for infrequent travel to exhibition sites or company headquarters (if remote) for this position.

• This is a full-time position averaging 40 hours a week, Monday to Friday – very infrequently requiring flexibility to work during weekends based on business needs.

• All employees will comply with company and OSHA standard workplace safety protocols. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

IMPACT: Meow Wolf is committed to our DIY roots and grassroots community support principles. To document that commitment, we converted our legal designation into a Delaware Public Benefit Corporation and have certified as a B Corporation. As a B Corp, we have a triple bottom line of supporting financial, social and environmental wellbeing in our community.

INCLUSION:  Meow Wolf is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to ensuring all employees enjoy and thrive in a work environment where differences make us the vibrant, wonderful community we are! All employment decisions at Meow Wolf are based on business need, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, veteran status, service in the military or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

BENEFITS:

The choices we make concerning our benefits during enrollment periods are among the most important we select for ourselves and our families. As part of the total compensation package for full-time employees, Meow Wolf offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes various options to meet individual healthcare and financial needs along with many perks.  

• Medical Insurance options: PPO & HSA

• Dental & Vision Insurance

• 401k Retirement Plan

• Company Paid Life Insurance Policy & Long-Term Disability Coverage

• Voluntary Short-term Disability & Critical Illness Policies

• Company Paid Employee Assistance Program

• Paid Parental Leave for 12 weeks

• Discount off Meow Wolf Gift Shop Merch

• Admission to Meow Wolf attractions for employees and guests

Please visit www.meowwolf.com/careers for more information.