Remote Senior Data Engineer

Jobgether is hiring a Remote Senior Data Engineer for a partner company, based in Columbia, Richland County, US. This full‑time role offers a salary of $115,087 per year and focuses on modernizing analytics platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and warehouses.
• Collaborate with Data Science, Data Infrastructure, and Product Engineering teams to deliver end‑to‑end data solutions.
• Optimize data models for performance, reliability, and cost efficiency.
• Implement best practices for data governance, security, and compliance.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical roadmaps.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in data engineering, preferably in a senior or staff role.
• Proficiency with SQL, Python/Scala, and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure).
• Hands‑on experience with big‑data technologies such as Spark, Kafka, Snowflake, or Redshift.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work cross‑functionally in a remote environment.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines for data workloads.
• Familiarity with data orchestration tools like Airflow or Dagster.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of $115,087 annually.
• Fully remote work with flexible hours.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Professional development budget.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this position fully remote?

Yes, the Senior Data Engineer role is 100% remote, allowing you to work from anywhere while being based in Columbia, Richland County.

What salary is offered for this role?

The position offers a fixed annual salary of $115,087.

What technologies will I work with?

You will work with SQL, Python/Scala, cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure), and big‑data tools such as Spark, Kafka, Snowflake, and Airflow.