Senior Data Engineer at Above Lending

Chicago, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

  • At least five years of hands-on experience in data engineering roles, preferably within the fintech industry
  • Bachelor's Degree in related field
  • Proficient in SQL and Python for data manipulation, automation, and optimization
  • Strong ability to understand and analyze complex business processes
  • Expertise in data infrastructure tools, including Snowflake, Airflow, Fivetran, and DBT
  • Excellent communication skills, collaborative mindset, problem-solving abilities, and adept at troubleshooting complex issues
  • Proficient in data modeling techniques, Git version control, and continuous integration/deployment processes, with a focus on cloud technologies, especially AWS

Responsibilities

  • Design, build, and maintain scalable data infrastructure using Snowflake, Airflow, Fivetran, and DBT to support efficient data pipelines
  • Maintain expertise in SQL and Python for data manipulation, analysis, and automation
  • Leverage business acumen to collaborate with stakeholders on data mart development, addressing issues such as missing, inaccurate, or incomplete data
  • Develop and implement comprehensive tests to ensure accurate data ingestion and processing, particularly within DBT data models, ensuring reliability across the pipeline
  • Apply site reliability engineering best practices, using tools like Datadog to monitor ETL pipelines and maintain system stability
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, identify opportunities, and implement data solutions that provide business value
  • Be a team player, working effectively within collaborative environments, while also acting as a self-starter, driving projects forward independently

Skills

Snowflake
Airflow
Fivetran
DBT
SQL
Python
Datadog
ETL

Above Lending

Financial services for debt management and lending

About Above Lending

Above Lending provides financial services that simplify the lending process and assist clients in managing their debt. The company offers straightforward financial products that help individuals achieve their personal finance goals. Clients benefit from competitive interest rates and personalized support from loan specialists, making credit more affordable and accessible. Above Lending primarily targets individuals who want to take control of their debt and enhance their financial well-being. Unlike many competitors, Above Lending focuses on transparency and personalized service, ensuring that clients understand their options. The goal of Above Lending is to help borrowers attain financial stability and reach their financial aspirations.

Northbrook, IllinoisHeadquarters
2019Year Founded
$200MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Unlimited Paid Time Off
401(k) Company Match
401(k) Retirement Plan
Professional Development Budget

Risks

Rising interest rates may reduce demand for Above Lending's loan products.
Increased competition from fintech startups could erode market share.
Declining consumer credit scores may increase loan default risks.

Differentiation

Above Lending offers personalized support from dedicated loan specialists.
The company focuses on making credit more affordable and accessible.
Above Lending simplifies the lending process for better client experience.

Upsides

Closed a $200 million facility to fund loan book growth.
Increased demand for digital lending platforms boosts Above Lending's market potential.
Growing interest in financial literacy can enhance Above Lending's educational offerings.

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