Blockworks

Senior Data Engineer

United States

$160,000 – $200,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Media, Digital Assets, Media & PublishingIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should have at least 4 (but ideally more) years of hands-on experience with data modeling, schema design, data operations, and data warehousing, and significant knowledge of the crypto industry; interest in crypto is not enough, we’re looking for someone who considers themself crypto native. Strong expertise in SQL, particularly with Parquet, Postgres, and Clickhouse, is required, along with proficiency in Python, Go, Rust, and/or Typescript. Experience building backend systems at scale with a focus on data processing and ingestion is also necessary.

Responsibilities

As the Senior Data Engineer, you will be responsible for leading the creation and execution of data models and strategies for Blockwork's suite of projects, working collaboratively with other engineering team members to design, develop, implement, and evolve data pipelines and APIs. You will own data sourcing pipelines, implement ETL solutions, provide technical leadership and guidance, drive operational efficiency, and collaborate with various teams across Blockworks. You will also be responsible for experimentation and moving collaborations forward.

Skills

Data Architecture
API Development
Data Pipelines
ETL
Data Warehousing
CI/CD
Data Modeling
SDKs

Blockworks

Financial media focused on digital assets

About Blockworks

Blockworks delivers news and insights about digital assets, including cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum. The company provides high-quality information through various channels such as editorial content, newsletters, podcasts, and events, helping millions of investors navigate the digital asset market. Unlike many financial media companies, Blockworks focuses specifically on digital assets, catering to both individual and institutional investors. Their goal is to empower investors with critical analysis and premium insights, enabling them to make informed investment decisions. Revenue is generated through advertising, sponsorships, event ticket sales, and potentially premium content subscriptions.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$11.8MTotal Funding
SERIES_ACompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Remote Work Options
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Home Office Stipend
Professional Development Budget

Risks

Competition from CoinDesk and The Block challenges Blockworks' market position.
Cryptocurrency market volatility affects Blockworks' audience engagement and revenue.
Regulatory scrutiny on crypto content may increase Blockworks' compliance costs.

Differentiation

Blockworks offers premium insights and analysis on digital assets for investors.
The company hosts formal events like the Digital Asset Summit for industry networking.
Blockworks' acquisition of The Drop expands its coverage of the web3 ecosystem.

Upsides

Increased interest in DeFi and NFTs boosts demand for Blockworks' specialized content.
Institutional investors entering crypto markets need Blockworks' high-quality information.
Podcasts' popularity offers Blockworks opportunities for audience growth and monetization.

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