BetterUp

Senior Data Engineer

United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Virtual ProfeIndustries

Job Description

Position Overview

  • Location Type: Hybrid
  • Job Type: Full-Time
  • Salary: Not provided

BetterUp is seeking a talented individual to join their team, focusing on building robust, scalable data systems that directly impact the lives of thousands of workers. This role is integral to a small team responsible for the data systems powering the business, including operational efficiency, product experiences, and research. The position emphasizes infrastructure, technical processes, and standardization to unlock enablement, contributing to BetterUp's mission of human transformation and personal development through virtual professional coaching, AI, and behavioral science.

Requirements

  • Strong understanding of data engineering principles.
  • Expertise in SQL.
  • Proficiency in Python.
  • Experience with building and maintaining data platforms.
  • Knowledge of data security, privacy, and governance best practices.
  • Ability to collaborate with stakeholders and define data strategies.

Responsibilities

  • End-to-end implementation of the data stack.
  • Building a platform for easy dataset definition, ingestion, transformation, and access.
  • Working with stakeholders to understand and meet their data needs.
  • Defining data strategies and implementing data systems.
  • Infusing data into transformational experiences.
  • Deeply understanding data problems and crafting technical solutions.
  • Delivering high-quality technical solutions that are fit for today and ready for tomorrow.
  • Focus on infrastructure and technical processes, unlocking enablement through standardization.

Application Instructions

  • Interested candidates are encouraged to "start talking".

Company Information

  • Company: BetterUp
  • Industry: Virtual Professional Coaching
  • Mission: To help people everywhere live with greater clarity, purpose, and passion.
  • Description: BetterUp is the global leader in virtual professional coaching, combining world-class coaching with AI technology and behavioral science to deliver personalized behavior change at scale. Founded in 2013, BetterUp has pioneered transformation and peak performance for individuals and organizations.

Skills

SQL
Python
Data engineering principles
Data platform building and maintenance
Data security
Data privacy
Data governance
Stakeholder collaboration
Data strategy

BetterUp

Digital coaching for leadership and employee development

About BetterUp

BetterUp provides professional coaching and personal development services primarily for businesses. Its main product is a digital platform that connects employees, managers, and executives with expert coaches. These coaches help individuals enhance their leadership skills, manage stress, and develop resilience and self-compassion. The platform uses insights and analytics to customize coaching programs to meet the specific needs of each organization, ensuring measurable improvements in employee performance and well-being. Unlike many competitors, BetterUp focuses on a subscription model, allowing companies to provide ongoing access to coaching resources for their employees. The goal of BetterUp is to significantly improve individual and team performance, resilience, and overall employee experience across various industries.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2013Year Founded
$563.2MTotal Funding
SERIES_ECompany Stage
Data & Analytics, ConsultingIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Medical, dental, & vision benefits
Flexible Time Off
Paid parental leave
Unlimited coaching
Wellness programs
Education & learning stipend
Volunteer days

Risks

Shift to in-office work increases burnout, potentially affecting BetterUp's client satisfaction.
High valuation post-pandemic may challenge BetterUp in maintaining growth and investor expectations.
Departure of key personnel like Katie Coupe could disrupt internal operations and talent management.

Differentiation

BetterUp is the inventor of virtual coaching, leading the mental health startup sector.
It offers the largest network of over 3,000 coaches in 46 languages worldwide.
BetterUp integrates AI technology to tailor coaching programs to individual and organizational needs.

Upsides

Growing demand for virtual coaching as hybrid work models become more prevalent.
Increased interest in workplace mental health solutions boosts BetterUp's market potential.
AI-driven analytics enhance personalized coaching, improving employee performance and well-being.

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