Shippo

(Senior) Data Engineer - France

Paris, Île-de-France, France

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Supply Chain & Logistics, SaaSIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must possess a degree, such as a Master's in Computer Science, and have at least three years of experience as a Data Engineer. They should be proficient in Python, possess advanced knowledge of SQL and relational databases, and demonstrate expertise with message queuing and stream processing technologies. Advanced knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes, along with a cloud platform (preferably GCP) and a cloud-based data warehouse solution (preferably Snowflake), is required, as is experience with Infrastructure as code (Terraform/Terragrunt) and CI/CD pipelines (Github Actions).

Responsibilities

As a Data Engineer at Shippeo, the objective is to ensure data availability and exploitability for Data Scientists and Analysts, contributing to the construction and maintenance of Shippeo’s data stack, which includes Data Acquisition (Kafka, KafkaConnect, RabbitMQ), Batch data transformation (Airflow, DBT), Cloud Data Warehousing (Snowflake, BigQuery), Stream/event data processing (Python, docker, Kubernetes), and supporting infrastructure. The role involves getting accurately alerted of potential delays and anomalies, extracting and analyzing data to gain actionable insights, and implementing data quality rules.

Skills

Kafka
KafkaConnect
RabbitMQ
Airflow
DBT
Snowflake
BigQuery
Python
Docker
Kubernetes

Shippo

Shipping solution for ecommerce businesses

About Shippo

Shippo provides a shipping solution for ecommerce businesses, marketplaces, and platforms by connecting them to multiple shipping carriers through a single API and dashboard. Users can compare shipping rates, print labels, automate international documents, track shipments, and manage returns all in one place. This integration allows clients to streamline their shipping processes efficiently. Unlike many competitors, Shippo focuses on offering a comprehensive service that works seamlessly with existing ecommerce platforms, making it easier for businesses to handle their logistics. The goal of Shippo is to enhance the shipping experience for its customers, ensuring their success by solving key operational challenges in the ecommerce logistics market.

Key Metrics

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2013Year Founded
$150.1MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
Automotive & Transportation, Consumer SoftwareIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Medical, dental, & vision
Take-as-much-as-you-need vacation policy
Flexible work hours
Two week-long company wide shutdowns during summer/winter
3 volunteer days off (VTOs)
WFH stipend
Charity donation match up to $100
Professional & career growth
Individual learning stipend
Personal and focused growth
Company off-sites throughout the year

Risks

Increased competition from platforms like Square and Wix could reduce Shippo's market share.
Partnership with Cover Genius may expose Shippo to insurance claims and liabilities.
New tool launches may strain Shippo's resources if not managed efficiently.

Differentiation

Shippo offers a multi-carrier shipping API connecting with over 40 global carriers.
The platform provides comprehensive shipping solutions, including label creation and package tracking.
Shippo's integration with platforms like Wix enhances its accessibility and user experience.

Upsides

Shippo's Addresses API improves address validation, reducing undeliverable packages.
Partnership with Cover Genius offers comprehensive insurance solutions for eCommerce merchants.
Dynamic pricing models optimize revenue and offer competitive rates to customers.

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