The Data Engineer will build and optimize data pipelines and infrastructure, ensuring data quality for analytics and machine learning initiatives while collaborating with teams to develop data solutions.
Bustle Digital Group (BDG) is looking for a talented Data Engineer to join our growing data team. You will work alongside the Director of Data Engineering to build, optimize, and scale our data infrastructure, supporting the development of data-driven products and insights that power our advertising, affiliate sales, and editorial content strategies. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with large-scale data pipelines, cutting-edge technologies, and a dynamic team that values innovation and impact.
What You'll Do
- Develop & Maintain Data Pipelines: Build scalable and efficient ETL pipelines to support analytics, reporting, and machine learning initiatives.
- Optimize Data Storage & Performance: Work with large datasets to improve storage solutions, query performance, and data accessibility.
- Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Partner with engineering and business teams to develop data solutions that enhance advertising, affiliate sales, and editorial insights.
- Ensure Data Quality & Reliability: Implement monitoring, validation, and governance processes to maintain the integrity and security of our data.
- Contribute to Data Strategy: Support the Director of Data Engineering in designing and implementing scalable data architectures and best practices.
Who You Are
- Experienced Data Engineer: 2+ years of experience working with data infrastructure, ETL processes, and large-scale datasets.
- Proficient in SQL & Python: Strong knowledge of SQL for querying and manipulating data, and experience with Python for scripting and automation.
- Cloud & Big Data Savvy: Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure), data warehouses (BigQuery, Redshift, Snowflake), and distributed processing (Spark, Airflow, or similar).
- Experience working data generating frontends in React and TypeScript.
- Problem Solver & Innovator: Passionate about solving complex data challenges and improving system efficiency.
- Team Player & Communicator: Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
BDG Benefits
- Competitive Compensation: Market-based salary with annual reviews.
- Unlimited PTO: Take the time you need to recharge and stay productive.
- Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents.
- Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan.
- Flexible Work Options: Work remotely or connect with the team in our NYC office.
BDG is a leading independent media company with a portfolio of influential brands, including Bustle, Nylon, W, and Inverse. Our content reaches over 115 million readers monthly. Data is at the core of our business, driving audience insights, content monetization, and strategic decision-making.
Join BDG and help shape the future of data-driven media! Apply now to become part of our innovative and fast-growing team.
Top Skills
Airflow
AWS
Azure
BigQuery
GCP
Python
React
Redshift
Snowflake
Spark
SQL
Typescript
BDG New York, New York, USA Office
315 Park Ave South,, New York, NY, United States, 10010
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