Associate Data Engineer
Infoblox
Tacoma, WA
JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Algorithms, Automation, Bash Scripting, Cloud Computing, Code Reviews, Computer Science, Computer Security, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Customer Support/Service, Customer/Client Research, Data Analysis, Data Management, Data Modeling, Data Quality, Data Science, Data Sets, Data Structures, Debugging Skills, Fortune 500 Customers, Genetics, Linux Operating System, Mac Operating System, Machine Tool, Management Strategy, Mentoring, Network Security, Onboarding, Parallel Programming, Performance Management, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Production Systems, Prototyping, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Quality Monitoring, Research & Development (R&D), Sales, Scala Programming Language, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Software Engineering, Test Plan/Schedule, Threads Programming, Time Management, Unit Test, Unix Shell Programming
LOCATION
Tacoma, WA
POSTED
26 days ago
We invite you to step into the next exciting chapter of your career journey. Bring your creativity, drive, your daring spirit, and feel what it's like to thrive on a team big enough to make an impact, yet small enough to make a difference. Our cloud-first networking and security solutions already protect 70% of the Fortune 500, and we're looking for creative thinkers ready to push that influence even further. Join us and discover how far your bold "what if" can take the world, your community, and your career.
How we empower our people is extraordinary: we're recognized as a Glassdoor Best Place to Work 2025, Great Place to Work-Certified in five countries, and honored by Cigna as a Healthy Workforce honors for three consecutive years; And what we build is world class: named CybersecAsia's Best in Critical Infrastructure 2024 - clear evidence that when first-class technology meets empowered talent, remarkable careers take shape. So, what if the next big idea, and the next great career story, comes from you? Become the force that turns every "what if" into "what's next".
In a world where you can be anything, Be Infoblox.
Associate Data Engineer
We have an opportunity for an Associate Data Engineer to join our Data Engineering Team in Tacoma, reporting to the Director, Engineering. In this pivotal role, you will be at the heart of enabling data-driven insights across customer networks. Collaborating closely with data scientists and analysts, you will work to curate and deliver high-quality data that powers key business and product decisions.
Be a Contributor - What You'll Do
Curate and manage large-scale data from multiple sources to support data science and threat analytics research and development.
Design and implement data source monitoring using summarization, statistical methods, and anomaly detection.
Apply computer science algorithms, including probabilistic data structures, to extract insights from large datasets.
Productionize prototypes into scalable data engineering solutions using Spark optimizations and modern CI/CD pipelines.
Build and maintain a robust research cloud environment with a focus on reliability, monitoring, and architecture improvements.
Collaborate with software engineers on the design, implementation, and deployment of data-driven applications.
Enable data scientists and analysts by supporting Spark application development, debugging, and deployment.
Establish and maintain consistent schemas and workflows to reduce onboarding time and tribal knowledge.
Build and maintain tooling for automation, deployment, monitoring, and operational excellence.
Investigate, debug, and resolve issues across development, test, and production environments.
Be Prepared - What You Bring
Experience with Python3 and Spark. Scala experience is helpful.
Exposure to data engineering, data science, and related data-centric fields using large-scale data environments.
Proficient in Object Oriented Design and S.O.L.I.D principles.
Strong emphasis on unit testing and code quality.
Experience with bash shell script on Linux or MacOS.
Experience with async, threading, parallel programming.
BS in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent work experience required.
Be Successful - Your Path
First 90 Days: Immerse in our culture, connect with mentors (Blox Buddies), and map the systems and meet with key stakeholders that rely on your work. Discuss and create short/long term goals.
Six Months: Focus on mastering the tech stack (Python, Spark, Databricks) and understanding data sources, workflows, and pipelines. Contribute to production-ready code by submitting PRs, adding unit tests, and refactoring or porting legacy scripts. Assist data scientists and analysts in curating large datasets and converting prototypes into production-ready solutions. Develop basic data quality monitoring scripts and demonstrate the ability to handle well-scoped tasks independently while actively participating in design discussions and sprint ceremonies.
One Year: Own and deliver at least one end-to-end data pipeline, driving improvements in performance, reliability, or cost-efficiency. Implement advanced monitoring, automation, and schema management strategies for critical data sources. Consistently contribute high-quality, tested code while reviewing peers' work and providing constructive feedback. Act as a go-to engineer for specific data domains, mentor new hires, and propose innovative approaches to data modeling or summarization that enhance analytics capabilities and long-term platform scalability.
Belong- Your Community
Our culture thrives on inclusion, rewarding the bold ideas, curiosity, and creativity that move us forward. In a community where every voice counts, continuous learning is the norm. So, whether you code, create, sell, or care for customers, you'll grow and belong here.
Be Rewarded - Benefits That Help You Grow, Thrive, Belong
Comprehensive health coverage, generous PTO, and flexible work options
Learning opportunities, career-mobility programs, and leadership workshops
Sixteen paid volunteer hours each year, global employee resource groups, and a "No Jerks" policy that keeps collaboration healthy
Modern offices with EV charging, healthy snacks (and the occasional cupcake), plus hackathons, game nights, and culture celebrations
Charitable Giving Program supported by Company Match
We practice pay transparency and reward performance. Offers reflect role location, internal equity, experience, skills, education, and certifications. Base salary for this position: $81,500 - $117,370 plus annual bonus.
Ready to Be the Difference?
Infoblox is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis
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