Data Engineer, Analytics Data Engineering

Dropbox Inc

San Francisco, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$128,400–$173,700 Per Year
SKILLS
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Big Data, Blog, Blueprints, Brand Strategy, Business Development, Business Strategy, C Programming Language, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Computer Science, Cross-Functional, Customer Experience, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Data Lake, Data Modeling, Data Processing, Data Quality, Data Science, Data Visualization, Database Design, Design Evaluation, Dimensional Modeling, Establish Priorities, Finance, Information Technology & Information Systems, Investor Relations, Java, Knowledge Management, Legal Research, Machine Learning, Marketing, Mathematics, Mobile Applications Development, Needs Assessment, Network Operations Center, On Call, Open Source, Operational Audit, Operational Communications, Operational Strategy, Physics, Project Design, Project/Program Management, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Quality Monitoring, Reporting Dashboards, SQL (Structured Query Language), Sales, Scala Programming Language, Scalable System Development, Scientific Research, Startup, Strategic Planning, Systems Maintenance, Technical Leadership, Time Management, Use Cases, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX), Vendor/Supplier Sourcing, Work From Home
LOCATION
San Francisco, CA
POSTED
30+ days ago

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Data Engineer Analytics Data Engineering Remote - Canada Select locations

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Dropbox is a Virtual First company. For this role we are currently only authorized to hire candidates from the following provinces: Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario, and Saskatchewan.

Role Description In this role you will build large scalable analytics pipelines using modern data technologies. This is not a "maintain existing platform" or "make minor tweaks to current code base" kind of role. We are effectively building from the ground up and plan to leverage the most recent Big Data technologies. If you enjoy building new things without being constrained by technical debt, this is the job for you.

Our Engineering Career Framework is viewable by anyone outside the company and describes whats expected for our engineers at each of our career levels. Check out our blog post on this topic and more here.

Responsibilities

  • Help define company data assets, data model, Spark, SparkSQL jobs to populate data models.
  • Help define and design data integrations, data quality frameworks, and design and evaluate open source/vendor tools for data lineage.
  • Work closely with Dropbox business units and engineering teams to develop strategy for long term Data Platform architecture to be efficient, reliable, and scalable.
  • Conceptualize and own the data architecture for multiple large-scale projects while evaluating design and operational cost-benefit tradeoffs within systems.
  • Collaborate with engineers, product managers, and data scientists to understand data needs, representing key data insights in a meaningful way.
  • Design, build, and launch collections of sophisticated data models and visualizations that support multiple use cases across different products or domains.
  • Optimize pipelines, dashboards, frameworks, and systems to facilitate easier development of data artifacts.

Many teams at Dropbox run Services with on-call rotations which entails being available for calls during both core and non-core business hours. If a team has an on-call rotation, all engineers on the team are expected to participate in the rotation as part of their employment. Applicants are encouraged to ask for more details of the rotations to which the applicant is applying.

Requirements

  • 5 years of Spark, Python, Java, C, or Scala development experience.
  • 5 years of SQL experience.
  • 5 years of experience with schema design, dimensional data modeling, and medallion architectures.
  • Experience with the Databricks platform and data lake architectures for large-scale data processing and analytics.
  • Excellent product strategic thinking and communications to influence product and cross-functional teams by identifying the data opportunities to drive impact.
  • BS degree in Computer Science or related technical field involving coding (e.g., physics or mathematics) or equivalent technical experience.
  • Experience designing, building, and maintaining data processing systems.

Preferred Qualifications

  • 7 years of SQL experience.
  • 7 years of experience with schema design, dimensional data modeling, and medallion architectures.
  • Experience with Airflow or other similar orchestration frameworks.
  • Experience building data quality monitoring using MonteCarlo or similar tools.

Compensation Canada Pay Range: 128,400-173,700 CAD

The range listed above is the expected annual salary (OTE - On-Target Earnings) for this role, subject to change. Salary OTE is just one component of Dropboxs total rewards package. All regular employees are also eligible for the corporate bonus program or a sales incentive target included in OTE, as well as stock in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs).

Read more about our benefits here.

Company Description Dropbox isnt just a workplace-its a living lab for designing a more enlightened way of working. Were a global community of bold visionaries and resourceful doers shaping the future of Dropbox and in turn the future of work. Our Virtual First model combines the autonomy of a distributed workplace with the power of human connection, creating space for meaningful work and lasting relationships. With a startup mindset and enterprise-level opportunities, we expect Dropbox employees to think critically, stay curious, and use modern tools including AI to improve how work gets done. Here you can be who you are and grow into who youre meant to be. You own your impact, helping make work more intuitive, joyful, and human for yourself and hundreds of millions of people worldwide. If youre ready to push boundaries and challenge yourself, Dropbox is ready for you.

Team Description The Dropbox Engineering Team develops the technology platforms and products that create more enlightened ways of working for hundreds of millions of people. Customers rely on Dropbox to manage, share, and collaborate on content seamlessly-our engineering makes that easier and more intuitive than ever before.

Our platform features a robust systems software layer that stores and processes exabytes of data and a suite of growing services that enhance core products like our sharing and sync engine. Were also driving innovation with new offerings such as Dash, our AI-powered knowledge management engine. Our infrastructure spans high-performance servers and cutting-edge components across multiple data centers worldwide, ensuring reliability, speed, and scalability at a global scale. We think like a startup but build for an enterprise, exploring new possibilities that transform how people work. If youre excited about turning complex technical challenges into intuitive solutions at scale, join our Engineering team.

Virtual First Dropboxs Virtual First way of working is designed to help people do their best work with flexibility, autonomy, and connection. Day to day, teams work remotely with nonlinear schedules and core collaboration hours that support deep focus and individual working styles. We prioritize asynchronous communication to improve clarity, respect deep work time, and reduce unnecessary meetings. While remote work is the primary experience for our employees, we also prioritize intentional in-person connection. We bring teams together through regular team gatherings, on-demand workspaces, and Dropbox Neighborhood events in order to strengthen team cohesion, foster creativity, and enhance momentum. Virtual First is built to provide the same access to opportunity, growth, and impact for everyone, regardless of location.

This role requires travel to offsites and various other team gatherings approximately 5-10% of the year or 2-3 days per quarter. We provide advance notice when possible and encourage candidates to discuss any accommodation needs during the interview process.

Dropbox supports responsible use of AI for preparation, but misrepresentation of skills or experience is not permitted. See our AI Principles.

Dropbox is an equal opportunity employer. We are a welcoming place for everyone and we do our best to make sure all people feel supported and connected at work.

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