So, what’s the role?

Data is central to Kin’s operations and success. As a staff data engineer, you will take technical lead of a data management team that supports and enables our product, operations, analytics, and data science teams, amongst others. You will be responsible for your team’s effective technical operation and successful delivery of projects. As we scale, you will be integral in how we manage, structure, and store our data, as well as develop new solutions related to data architecture and ETL pipelines.

A day in the life could include: 

• Creating, designing, and maintaining ETL pipelines
• Working with data science and BI teams to create data sets to be used in various projects
• Owning the more advanced design and architectural decisions in the lifecycle of our data processing 
• Participating in recurring scrum events
• Collaborating with cross-functional team members
• Providing subject matter expertise and support

I’ve got the skills… but do I have the necessary ones?

• 7+ years of data engineering experience 
• Strong coding skills in one or more of the following: Bash, Python, and/or Ruby
• Experience with the entire ETL pipeline: Data Integration tools, Databases, Big Data Platforms, and cloud based data platforms
• Supporting data visualization tools, such as Looker, Tableau and Microstrategy
• Experience in building from the ground up a modern next generation data warehouse platform
• Advanced proficiency with SQL or PL/SQL optimization and development
• Experience working with AWS-based Data Platforms is preferred
• Deep understanding of data architecture as it relates to business goals and objectives

Oh, and don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! 

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance
• Flexible PTO policy 
• Remote work
• Generous equity package
• 401K with company match
• Parental leave
• Continuing education and professional development
• The excitement of joining a high-growth Insurtech company and seeing your work make an impact