Data Engineer
RxSenseFull Time
Senior (5 to 8 years)
The Motley Fool is a purpose-driven financial services company on a mission to make the world smarter, happier, and richer. For 30 years we’ve been helping people make better investment decisions through transparency, education, and Foolish fun. We’re a fast-moving, collaborative team that values high-quality work, curiosity, and initiative. We care deeply about what we do, and we’re driven by the impact our work has on real people’s financial futures.
The Data Team at The Motley Fool provides the trusted data foundation for the entire business. Our Analytical Engineering function bridges the gap between data engineering and analytics, ensuring that data is not only collected and processed but also modeled, documented, and made accessible for analysis, experimentation, and decision-making.
This is an independent contract role at 40 hours per week for at least 6 to 12 months, and is best suited for a mid-to-senior level engineer with 4-5+ years of relevant experience. This role focuses on building and optimizing the data layer that powers analysis and decision-making across the Fool. You’ll design and implement scalable data models, ensure quality and governance, and work closely with analysts and stakeholders to deliver business-ready data sets. You’ll take a proactive approach to making data more usable, reliable, and efficient across the company.
Provides investment advice and financial education
The Motley Fool offers financial services focused on helping individual investors make informed decisions about their money. It provides premium subscription services like Stock Advisor and Rule Breakers, which deliver stock recommendations and investment advice to assist clients in building and managing their investment portfolios. The company generates revenue through subscription fees, website advertising, and affiliate partnerships. Unlike many competitors, The Motley Fool emphasizes a long-term investment philosophy and prioritizes financial education, catering to both novice and experienced investors. Its goal is to enhance financial literacy and empower individuals to achieve smarter, happier, and wealthier lives.