About BlueLabs

BlueLabs is a leading provider of analytics services and technology dedicated to helping our partners do the most good with their data. Our team of analysts, scientists, engineers, and strategists hail from diverse backgrounds yet share a passion for using data to solve the world’s greatest social and analytical challenges. Since our inception we’ve worked with more than 400 organizations ranging from government agencies, advocacy groups, unions, political campaigns, and international groups. In addition, we service an ever-expanding portfolio of commercial clients in the automotive, travel, CPG, entertainment, healthcare, media, and telecom industries. Along the way, we’ve developed some of the most innovative tools available in analytics, media optimization, reporting, and influencer outreach.

About the team

The Engineering team at BlueLabs supports application access, asset management, and broader operational logistics. We work with a number of internal stakeholders including the Data Science, Insights, Civic Technology, and Ripple teams. Our work supports the underlying infrastructure and data pipelines which allow the rest of the teams to conduct innovative analyses, propose innovative improvements in government operations, and hone messaging for important campaigns. We work in changing, ambiguous environments, so we embrace nuance, inclusivity, and complexity to deliver programs that work for the diverse groups of individuals who rely on us. You’ll be working with a team of professionals with various work backgrounds and experiences who seek to make Blue Labs a more efficient, compliant, and positive place to work.

As a member of the team, you might answer questions like:

• What is a current need at BlueLabs, and how can we build a process that addresses it?
• How can we make existing systems more efficient and values-driven?
• How can I create a plan that sets BlueLabs, its staff, and its clients up for success?
• How can I best position my team to plan for the challenges of tomorrow and their professional development and growth?
• How can I proactively identify roadblocks and break them down for my team before they get hit?  

About the role:

• Work with the Data Engineering Team to define and maintain data infrastructure standards and best practices to ensure consistency, reliability, and maintainability of data pipelines and systems.
• Develop and architect complex data systems including large data migration projects.
• Design, implement, and manage data pipelines, ETL processes, and data warehousing solutions that ensure efficient data ingestion, transformation, and storage.
• Evaluate and select appropriate technologies, tools, and platforms to enhance data engineering capabilities and scalability.
• Optimize data pipelines for performance, scalability, and reliability, considering factors like data volume, velocity, and variety.
• Monitor and troubleshoot data engineering processes to identify and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Partner with IT stakeholders to ensure data privacy, security, and compliance standards are maintained.
• Provide strategic direction and technical leadership to data engineers across the organization, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• This position is split 40% Management and 60% individual contributor work.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or higher degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.
• Proven experience (8+ years) in data engineering or a related field, with at least 3+ years in a leadership/management role.
• Strong expertise in data pipeline design, ETL processes, data warehousing, and data integration.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, c#, and R. Familiarity with SQL and Python required.
• Experience with cloud-based data technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and big data frameworks (e.g., Redshift, BigQuery).
• Solid proficiency in database systems, data modeling, and schema design.
• Proven success acting in both an individual contributor and management capacity; experience developing high-performing data engineering teams while executing individual projects and tasks. 
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills; experience fostering a collaborative and inclusive team environment, promoting professional growth and skill development.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and deliver high-quality results on time.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement.

What We Offer:

BlueLabs offers a friendly work environment and competitive compensation and benefits package including:

• Salary: $140,000-160,000
• Premier health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• 401K matching
• Unlimited paid time off
• Paid personal and volunteer leave
• 13 paid holidays
• 15 weeks paid parental leave
• Professional development stipend & tuition reimbursement
• Macbook Pro laptop & tech accessories
• Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) stipend for mobile device
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Supportive & collaborative culture 
• Flexible working hours
• Remote friendly (within the U.S.)
• Pre-tax transportation options for commuting to our office in Washington, DC
• Lunches and snacks
• And more! 

The salary range for candidates who meet the minimum posted qualifications reflects the Company’s good faith understanding and belief as to the wage range, and is accurate as of the date of this job posting.

To protect the health and safety of our workforce, as a company policy, BlueLabs strongly encourages all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to beginning employment. BlueLabs adheres to all federal, state and local COVID-19 vaccination regulations. Except where prohibited by law, applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment will be required to produce proof of vaccination status prior to their first day of employment; if not the offer may be rescinded or employment terminated. BlueLabs will evaluate requests for reasonable accommodations for applicants unable to be vaccinated due to a religious belief, disability, pregnancy, or on an individualized basis in accordance with applicable laws.

At BlueLabs, we celebrate, support and thrive on differences. Not only do they benefit our services, products, and community, but most importantly, they are to the benefit of our team. Qualified people of all races, ethnicities, ages, sex, genders, sexual orientations, national origins, gender identities, marital status, religions, veterans statuses, disabilities and any other protected classes are strongly encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer, BlueLabs is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. BlueLabs endeavors to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of qualified applicants with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If an applicant believes they require such assistance to complete the application or to participate in an interview, or has any questions or concerns, they should contact the Director, People Operations.  BlueLabs participates in E-verify. EEO is the Law.

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