Plaid, a leading fintech company, is seeking a Data Engineering Technical Leader to join their team in San Francisco. This role is crucial in advancing Plaid's data-focused vision and building trustworthy, differentiated data products powered by the largest network of user financial profiles.
The position offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of financial data infrastructure while working with cutting-edge technologies. As a Technical Leader, you'll be responsible for scaling data systems, maintaining data integrity, and providing golden datasets that enable teams across the organization to make data-driven decisions.
The role combines technical expertise with leadership responsibilities, requiring both hands-on engineering skills and the ability to mentor team members. You'll work with various technologies including SQL, Python, DBT, Airflow, Redshift, and Kafka, while collaborating with cross-functional teams including data scientists, product analytics, and software engineers.
The ideal candidate brings 10+ years of data engineering experience, with proven expertise in handling massive datasets and building scalable data systems. You'll need advanced knowledge of SQL, experience with modern data warehouses, and a strong commitment to data privacy and integrity.
This position offers competitive compensation ranging from $226,800 to $400,000 annually, along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k). The hybrid work environment provides flexibility while maintaining collaborative opportunities with the team.
Join Plaid to help build the future of financial services infrastructure while working in an IC-driven engineering culture that values bottom-up ideation and empowerment. This role offers the perfect blend of technical challenges, leadership opportunities, and the chance to make a significant impact on how financial data is handled and utilized across the industry.