Senior Software Engineer, Data Ingestion

Astronomer, the company behind Astro, an industry-leading DataOps platform powered by Airflow, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for their data ingestion team. This role focuses on their data observability product, Astro Observe, a critical component built on OpenLineage events. The position offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in data orchestration and observability.

The ideal candidate will be instrumental in designing and implementing OpenLineage data collection and ingestion efforts, directly impacting the company's ability to scale and deliver value to customers. The role involves significant contribution to open-source communities, particularly OpenLineage and Airflow, while working on enterprise-grade observability solutions.

This position combines technical expertise with customer-focused development, requiring strong Python skills and experience with software development best practices. The role offers exposure to modern data technologies and distributed systems, with opportunities to work on challenging problems in data observability and governance.

Working at Astronomer means joining a globally-distributed, venture-backed team of innovators dedicated to empowering data teams. The company values diverse experiences and unconventional career paths, fostering an inclusive environment where different perspectives are welcomed. With competitive compensation including equity and comprehensive benefits, this remote position offers both professional growth and work-life balance.

The role is perfect for engineers passionate about data systems who want to make a significant impact in the data orchestration space while working with a collaborative, distributed team on the forefront of data technology.