Data Engineer (Hybrid) at Homebase

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
SoftwareIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should have over 5 years of software or data engineering experience, with expertise in SQL including window functions, CTEs, and complex joins. Proficiency in intermediate to advanced Python, including OOP, testing, and package management, is required. Experience with Databricks (streaming, Unity Catalog, resource management), Spark (partitioning, skew handling, delta ops, Spark UI), and strong knowledge of data modeling and architecture are essential. Familiarity with DBT, Airflow, Kafka, API/S3 ingestion, and deploying/monitoring ML models in production environments is also necessary. The ability to clearly explain technical concepts to non-technical team members and an ownership mindset are crucial.

Responsibilities

The Data Engineer will design, develop, and optimize data pipelines for processing structured and unstructured data at scale. They will build and maintain data models, create reports and dashboards for business performance analysis, and partner with product, data science, and analytics teams to enable AI-powered features. Responsibilities include supporting data architecture transformation and migration on Databricks, troubleshooting and resolving data quality and performance issues, optimizing queries, and enforcing best practices for reliability and velocity. The role involves driving continuous improvement of workflows through automation and experimentation, and owning projects end-to-end from planning to delivery.

Skills

SQL
Python
Data Pipelines
Data Modeling
Databricks
Data Quality
Data Architecture
ETL
Data Analysis
Software Engineering
CTE
Window Functions
OOP
Testing
Package Management

Homebase

Workforce management software for hourly employees

About Homebase

Homebase provides a digital platform that helps businesses with hourly workers manage their operations more effectively. The platform includes tools for time tracking, employee scheduling, payroll processing, and messaging. Businesses can use any device to track employee hours, breaks, and overtime, which simplifies payroll preparation by reducing paperwork. Managers can create and adjust schedules online, sharing them instantly with their teams. The payroll service automatically calculates paychecks, processes direct deposits, and files payroll taxes, making payroll management easier for small businesses. Additionally, the built-in messaging feature allows for effective communication between managers and employees, even when they are not in the same location. Homebase primarily serves small businesses and generates revenue by charging for its software and services. The goal of Homebase is to streamline workforce management for businesses that rely on hourly workers.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$183.8MTotal Funding
SERIES_DCompany Stage
Consulting, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Stock options
Comprehensive insurance plans
401(k) with 4% company match
Remote, hybrid, and in-office work options
Top-of-the-line equipment and home office
Annual holidays and accrued PTO
Fun company activities

Risks

Increased competition from companies like Deputy could erode Homebase's market share.
Rapid Canadian expansion may strain resources and lead to operational challenges.
Dependency on third-party platforms like Lightspeed poses risks if partnerships change.

Differentiation

Homebase targets hourly workers, a segment often overlooked by HR tech companies.
The platform offers a comprehensive suite of tools for small business workforce management.
Homebase integrates payroll, scheduling, and communication in a single, user-friendly application.

Upsides

Homebase secured $60M in Series D funding, indicating strong investor confidence.
The company is expanding into Canada, doubling its workforce and opening a new office.
Integration with Lightspeed enhances Homebase's capabilities in workforce management.

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