Staff Data Engineer (Remote - New York)

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of Shiftsmart. We are currently looking for a Staff Data Engineer in New York.

This role offers a unique opportunity to lead the design, development, and governance of scalable data platforms within a fast-growing technology environment. As a key member of the core platform engineering team, you will provide technical leadership in building reliable and compliant data systems that empower a global workforce marketplace. Your expertise in data architecture, governance, and software engineering will directly impact business success by ensuring data integrity and privacy. Collaboration and innovation will be central as you mentor others and drive continuous improvement in data processes.

Accountabilities:

• Provide technical leadership and guidance in designing data solutions aligned with business and governance requirements.
• Develop scalable and compliant data architectures including data warehouses, big data platforms, and databases.
• Champion data governance practices such as data lineage, metadata management, quality controls, and privacy compliance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate needs into robust data systems and tools.
• Optimize data processing performance and automate workflows to improve efficiency.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote a culture of governance awareness and compliance.
• Maintain thorough documentation and share knowledge across teams to support continuous improvement and innovation.

Requirements

• 8+ years of software engineering experience focused on data engineering and large-scale data systems.
• Strong proficiency with technologies such as MongoDB Atlas, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), BigQuery, Prefect, Typescript, and Python.
• Deep understanding and practical experience with data governance frameworks and compliance regulations.
• Proven ability to design and implement scalable data architectures with a focus on governance and security.
• Excellent software engineering skills and modern development best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly.
• Leadership experience mentoring teams and driving successful project outcomes.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range between $175K – $225K, plus equity options.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage including 100% employee premiums for medical, dental, and vision.
• 401(k) program with a company match.
• Generous paid parental and family leave policies.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits and a collaborative office environment in Manhattan (optional onsite).
• Opportunity to work fully remote with a company at the forefront of workforce technology innovation.

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.
When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.

🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.
📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role.
🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.

The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role.
Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team.

Thank you for your interest!

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