Senior Software Engineer, Data Ingestion

Industry-leading data orchestration and observability platform provider powered by Airflow, helping data teams build reliable data products.
$180,000 - $210,000
Data
Senior Software Engineer
Remote
5+ years of experience
AI · Enterprise SaaS
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Description For Senior Software Engineer, Data Ingestion

Astronomer is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their R&D team, focusing on their data observability product - Astro Observe. This role is crucial for the company's expansion strategy, working with OpenLineage events and leading data collection and ingestion efforts.

The position offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in data orchestration and observability. As a team member, you'll be contributing to both proprietary and open-source projects, including Apache Airflow and OpenLineage. The role combines technical expertise in Python development with the chance to impact how organizations manage and observe their data pipelines.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of engineering experience and strong Python skills. While experience with OpenLineage, Apache Airflow, and data observability products is advantageous, Astronomer values diverse experiences and unconventional career paths. The company emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and a customer-focused approach.

Working at Astronomer means joining a globally-distributed, venture-backed team dedicated to empowering data teams. The company offers competitive compensation ($180,000-$210,000) plus equity, and embraces remote work culture. They're committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment, making it an inclusive environment for professionals from all backgrounds.

This role is perfect for engineers passionate about data systems, open-source contribution, and building scalable solutions that help organizations derive value from their data infrastructure. You'll be at the forefront of the data orchestration industry, working on problems that directly impact how companies manage and understand their data workflows.

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Responsibilities For Senior Software Engineer, Data Ingestion

  • Contribute to OpenLineage and Airflow Open Source community to enhance data collection and extraction of OpenLineage events
  • Contribute to design, development and vision of Astro Observe's ingestion pipelines
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement observability and governance features
  • Contribute to platform usability, reliability, and scalability

Requirements For Senior Software Engineer, Data Ingestion

Python
Go
  • Strong focus on helping customers gain visibility and insights through observability offerings
  • Proven experience with Python
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • 5+ years of engineering experience
  • Experience with fast-paced startup environments
  • Experience with software development best practices (code reviews, testing, CI/CD, version control)

Benefits For Senior Software Engineer, Data Ingestion

Equity
  • Equity
  • Comprehensive benefits package

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