Senior Software Engineer, Data Ingestion

Astronomer, the creator of Astro, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their R&D team focusing on data observability product - Astro Observe. This role is crucial for their expansion strategy, working with OpenLineage events. As a globally-distributed, venture-backed team, they're on a mission to empower data teams in delivering mission-critical analytics and AI solutions.

The position offers an opportunity to work on cutting-edge data observability solutions, contributing to both proprietary and open-source projects. You'll be instrumental in designing and implementing OpenLineage data collection and ingestion systems, directly impacting customer value delivery. The role requires expertise in Python and modern software development practices, with additional value placed on experience with OpenLineage, Apache Airflow, and distributed systems.

Astronomer values diverse experiences and unconventional career paths. They offer competitive compensation ($180,000-$210,000) plus equity, and embrace remote work culture. The company is committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment, creating an inclusive environment for all team members. This role provides a unique opportunity to shape the future of data orchestration and observability while working with industry-leading technology and a collaborative, innovative team.

The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise with strong communication skills, thriving in a fast-paced startup environment while focusing on delivering customer value through enhanced data visibility and insights. Whether you're passionate about open source, data systems, or building scalable solutions, this role offers significant growth and impact potential in the data infrastructure space.