Senior Data Engineer, Honeycomb

• If you are a seasoned data professional with a passion for creating scalable, robust data solutions and enjoy solving complex problems through innovative thinking, we’d love to have you help shape the future of Honeycomb
• Extensive data development including expert-level SQL and programming experience in a scripting language (preferably Python)
• Demonstrated experience with modern data tooling including: MPP Data warehouses (e.g. Redshift or Snowflake (preferred)), DBT Workflow automation (e.g. Airflow, Dagster, Prefect)
• Experience implementing structured data models, architectures and marts (e.g. Inmon, Kimball)
• Experience collaborating with data analysts, data scientists and business users with varying levels of data savvy
• Comfortable working through ambiguous problems - this is our first DE hire so there will be a fair amount of role shaping

Desirable

• As our very first Senior Data Engineer, you’ll have a unique opportunity to lay the foundation for Honeycomb’s data-driven future
• Partnering directly with the Head of Data, you will architect and build a modern, scalable data platform that not only powers our business-critical insights but also sets the standard for data quality and reliability across the organization
• Own the Data Platform: Take full ownership of our Snowflake data warehouse, DBT models, and diverse ingestion platform. You’ll design and maintain end-to-end solutions that enable access to clean, accurate and well-annotated data
• Own the Data Engineering Roadmap & Technical Strategy: As you get up to speed, you’ll be the primary owner of our data engineering roadmap and how we evolve the platform to meet Honeycomb’s needs
• Build Scalable Systems: Leverage modern technologies to create robust, production-grade data pipelines and models
• Your work will enable rapid iteration and empower teams from R&D to Sales, Marketing, Finance, and beyond to make informed, data-driven decisions and have ownership over their data
• Collaborate Across Functions: Work hand-in-hand with engineering, product, sales, marketing, and business stakeholders to translate complex needs into aligned data architectures and actionable insights
• Your collaborative spirit will help bridge gaps and foster a culture of shared success
• Drive Innovation and Quality: Establish best practices for data quality and reliability by setting meaningful SLO metrics and continuously refining our systems
• You’ll have the autonomy to experiment with new technologies and approaches, driving innovation in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Lead with Impact: From planning and deployment to long-term maintenance, you’ll lead critical projects with a keen sense of ownership and strategic vision
• Your ability to balance technical excellence with business value will be key to our next phase of growth