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 provided the candidate resides within the following markets : Santa Fe, Denver, Las Vegas, Dallas, Houston, or Los Angeles.

Compensation : Compensation for this role is $78,489 to $105,960 and varies depending on location and experience. This is an exempt position.

Deadline : The deadline for submitting applications for this position is April 19, 2024. Meow Wolf reserves the right to extend this deadline if needed.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

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 the Data Engineer specializing in analytics and interactions data, you will be a key member of our Digital Ops team, responsible for making data accessible and ensuring the uninterrupted flow of data in order for us to best evaluate and optimize performance.

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 accessibility which will allow Meow Wolf to continue to deliver the ultimate guest experience.

How you will do it...

• 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 Segment, Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, Google Ads, and Facebook Ads 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 Lead Data Engineer and 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 Github issues, and manage pull requests for the data projects.

To be successful in this role...

• You come with 3+ years of experience in Python, including building ETLs and / or other types of data pipelines.
• You bring extensive experience working with REST-based APIs, with some experience in implementing ETLs using APIs for analytic and interaction tracking systems (Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, Segment, Google Ads, Facebook Ads).
• 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 take ownership of 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.

It would be nice to have...

• Experience with Flask, a Python web framework we commonly use.
• Knowledge of Google Cloud Platform in general, but experience with BigQuery, Cloud Storage, Cloud SQL, and Cloud Run are especially valuable.
• Experience with PostgresQL.
• Experience using Agile methodologies and Scrum in particular.
• Experience with Javascript, either for scripting or as a server-side language.
• Familiarity and / or experience with digital marketing channels and operations.
• Familiarity writing ETLs for CRMs in general, or HubSpot in particular.

Essential tools to set you up for success...

• Python, including basic packages and data-specific packages
• Git, specifically Github, for version control, code reviews, and our CI-CD pipeline
• Docker, to create microservices that can be run in serverless cloud environments
• SQL, to create, edit, and review table and query definitions in our data warehouse via Dataform and BigQuery

Work environment & physical demands...

• This position is remote friendly and a company laptop will be provided.
• This is a full-time position averaging 40 hours a week, Monday to Friday occasionally 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.

We will teach you the Meow Wolf way by...

• Taking a deep dive into departmental inner workings and reviewing project goals.
• Exploring Meow Wolf Origins.
• Attending Meow Wolf's Immersiversity .
• Discussing Meow Wolf's hiring and recruiting philosophy.
• Reviewing Meow Wolf's purpose and corporate policies and training.

Are you...

• Passionate about bringing these new experiences to life while remaining flexible to change and incorporating learnings along the way?
• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks while demonstrating excellent time management?
• Able to exhibit professional judgment and decision-making skills?
• Experienced in managing processes or projects and driving change through positive influence?
• Adept at learning new software and web-based tools?
• Creative in your approach to problem solving with the ability to identify process improvement opportunities?

If you answered ' YES' to all of the above, then what are you waiting for? APPLY MEOW!

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.