Data Engineer II at SimpliSafe

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

SimpliSafe Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Home Security, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field or equivalent practical experience
  • 2+ years of experience in software engineering, data engineering, or a related field
  • Foundational knowledge of AWS or other public cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, GCP)
  • Strong SQL knowledge and experience optimizing for data warehousing technologies like AWS Athena
  • Strong knowledge of Python for use in data transformation
  • Experience with ETL/ELT, schema design, and datalake technologies
  • Familiarity with various data and table formats (JSON, Avro, Parquet, Iceberg)
  • Love of data and a passion for building reliable data products

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain efficient and reliable ETL/ELT data pipelines from product and service data sources to our centralized analytical platforms
  • Implement and monitor data pipeline orchestration using tools like Airflow or Dagster to ensure timely and accurate data delivery
  • Collaborate with senior engineers and analysts to understand requirements and implement technical solutions for data workflows
  • Perform routine monitoring of pipeline performance and reliability, assisting with troubleshooting and optimizing for efficiency
  • Contribute to the optimization of table structures and data storage to support various query and usage patterns
  • Support and maintain data discovery, catalog, and analytics tooling for internal teams
  • Assist in implementing data security measures and ensuring compliance with data governance policies
  • Write and maintain data quality validation checks and unit tests to ensure the integrity and reliability of data pipelines
  • Participate in team-wide discussions to help develop and refine team norms and engineering best practices

Skills

ETL
ELT
Data Pipelines
Cloud Technology
Data Infrastructure

SimpliSafe

Customizable home security systems and monitoring

About SimpliSafe

SimpliSafe offers home security systems that protect homes and businesses from intrusions, fires, and emergencies. Their products include security cameras, video doorbells, smart locks, and various sensors, all of which can be customized to meet individual needs. The company stands out with features like wireless installation and visual alarm verification, which can lead to faster police response times. SimpliSafe's goal is to provide easy-to-install security solutions with professional monitoring for residential and small business clients.

Boston, MassachusettsHeadquarters
2006Year Founded
$182.6MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Consumer GoodsIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance - A comprehensive plan provides peace of mind for you and your family.
Employee assistance program - Help through the difficult situations that come up at work and at home.
Tuition reimbursement - We want you to keep learning, so we’ll cover part of your tuition.
401(k) - Saving for your future in the present.
Unlimited vacation - Exempt employees take the time when you need it or want it. We mean it.
Life and disability insurance - Coverage for when you need it most.

Risks

Increased competition from DIY systems like Ring and Nest threatens market share.
Rapid AI advancements could outpace SimpliSafe's current technology offerings.
Privacy concerns over AI and live monitoring may deter potential customers.

Differentiation

SimpliSafe offers customizable security systems tailored to individual customer needs.
Their wireless installation and long battery life set them apart from competitors.
Visual alarm verification leads to faster police response times, enhancing security effectiveness.

Upsides

AI integration enhances proactive threat detection and response in SimpliSafe's systems.
Growing demand for outdoor security solutions aligns with SimpliSafe's new product offerings.
DIY security system trend supports SimpliSafe's easy-to-install product design.

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