OfferUp

Data Engineer II (@Remote, Chile)

Chile

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Information Technology & ServicesIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess 3+ years of professional software development experience, a Computer Science or Engineering degree, and a preferred Master’s degree. Strong ability in distributed systems for processing large-scale data processing, proficiency in SQL and Python, and experience leveraging open-source data infrastructure projects such as Airflow, Kafka, Avro, Parquet, Hadoop, Hive, HBase, Presto or Druid are required. Experience building scalable data pipelines and real-time data streams, as well as experience building software in AWS or a similar cloud environment, is also necessary.

Responsibilities

The Data Engineer II will design and develop applications to process large amounts of critical information to power analytics and user-facing features, monitor and resolve data pipeline or data integrity issues, work across multiple teams to understand their data needs, and maintain and expand the data infrastructure. They will also communicate technical information effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Skills

SQL
Python
Distributed Systems
Data Pipelines
Airflow
Kafka
Avro
Parquet
Hadoop
Hive
HBase
Presto
Druid
AWS
Kinesis
Firehose
Lambda
Sagemaker
GCP
BigQuery
Cloud Functions

OfferUp

Mobile marketplace for local buying and selling

About OfferUp

OfferUp operates a mobile marketplace that connects local buyers and sellers, allowing them to trade a variety of items such as furniture, electronics, and cars. The platform is user-friendly, enabling users to browse listings, check seller profiles, view ratings and transaction histories, and communicate securely to negotiate prices and arrange meetups. Unlike traditional marketplaces, OfferUp focuses on peer-to-peer transactions, eliminating intermediaries and fostering direct interactions between individuals. The company generates revenue through advertising, premium listings, and transaction fees, providing sellers with options to enhance their visibility. OfferUp's goal is to create a marketplace that adds value, connects people, and empowers communities, while promoting a strong sense of neighborly culture among its users.

Key Metrics

Bellevue, WashingtonHeadquarters
2011Year Founded
$370.2MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Consumer GoodsIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays

Risks

Integration challenges with letgo may lead to technical issues.
22% headcount reduction could impact innovation and service levels.
Changes in U.S. tax policy may burden online sellers on OfferUp.

Differentiation

OfferUp integrates with letgo, expanding its user base and transaction volume.
The platform offers secure transactions with user profiles, ratings, and badges.
OfferUp's mobile-first approach simplifies local buying and selling for users.

Upsides

The recommerce market growth aligns with OfferUp's business model.
COVID-19 accelerates digital commerce, benefiting OfferUp's online marketplace.
$120 million funding round boosts OfferUp's expansion and platform enhancement.

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