About the job
Join Rockstar, a dynamic technology company on a mission to revolutionize workforce development. We are committed to creating innovative digital solutions that empower individuals and organizations to excel in today’s economy. We are currently seeking a talented Senior Data Engineer to enhance our core data platform and generate transformative business outcomes.
A Senior Data Engineer will be integral to the team, contributing to the advancement of our core data platform, which encompasses data pipelines, machine learning models, and diverse databases. The ideal candidate will possess a robust combination of technical data skills and business acumen to establish a solid foundation of dependable data. Your expertise in data engineering will be crucial in developing high-performing pipelines.
Your Responsibilities:
- **Data Infrastructure**: Design and maintain the infrastructure that supports the data platform, including pipeline orchestration, data warehousing, and machine learning.
- **Data Solutions**: Collaborate with a team of data scientists to develop and sustain data solutions that enable our products to operate efficiently and effectively at scale.
- **Data Governance**: Champion best practices in data governance, ensuring data accuracy, accessibility, and compliance across all systems.
- **Cross-Platform Data Integration**: Identify and integrate data from various platforms to meet real business needs in product development, engineering, and go-to-market strategies.
- **Evolving Core Data Models**: Continuously enhance foundational models by pinpointing and incorporating new, high-value data sources.
30/60/90 Day Strategy:
30 Days:
- Onboard and familiarize yourself with our stack and product.
- Understand customer profiles, their challenges, and how data can be utilized to address their needs.
- Gain insights into core data entities and their influence on our products.
- Begin enhancing core data pipelines by adding layers for data quality and enrichment.
60 Days:
- Collaborate with data scientists to design datasets and processes that optimize complex workflows.
- Take ownership of segments of the data catalog by defining and maintaining metrics, dimensions, and lineage.
- Assist teams in extracting value from the platform’s data through consistent reporting and analysis.
90 Days:
- Automate reporting workflows from data ingestion to dashboard creation and tools.
- Independently collect reporting and insights requirements from stakeholders.
- Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders to facilitate data-driven decision-making.
Required Qualifications:
- Proven track record in translating ambiguous business requirements into actionable data engineering solutions.

