Data Engineer at Arch Systems – ArchSys.io

Title: Data Engineer (Remote)

Location: Palo Alto CA US

Type: Full-Time

Job Description:

is seeking a talented and impactful Data Engineer to become part of our rapidly expanding team. In this role, you will work with data collected from factory machines and devices, processing and preparing it for effective data analytics and visualization. Your contributions will play a crucial role in transforming raw data into actionable insights that drive our business forward.

About Arch Systems

Started by Stanford Engineering PhDs and grown out of non-profit work in Africa, Arch is a venture-backed company working with the world’s largest electronics manufacturers. We combine rich data from all machines, new and legacy, to drive real time and predictive analytics transforming manufacturing efficiency and how we work.

We are looking for talented and driven people who seek a lasting impact both in transforming manufacturing operations as well as making critical industries more efficient, connected, and sustainable. Come join our diverse and passionate team!

Compensation

We adhere to equitable compensation practices, benchmarking against prevailing rates in the San Francisco Bay Area. Our compensation structure includes various elements such as base salary and performance incentives.

Employees based in the US can anticipate competitive benefits for themselves and their dependents, alongside equity ownership within the company.

Applicants from regions outside the US will be considered for employment with one of our esteemed partners, thereby receiving benefits through them, in addition to NQSOs from Arch Systems.

Remote Equal

Even before the onset of COVID-19, Arch has embraced a remote-friendly work environment. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship at this juncture. Arch also adheres to the regulations set forth by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) to ensure compliance with all applicable sanctions programs. We do not engage in any transactions or employment activities that violate OFAC regulations, including hiring individuals from countries under US sanctions. This position will require candidates to be based in the United States with proper work authorization to work in the US.

About the Role

As a Data Engineer, you will play a key role in managing and optimizing the data pipelines that fuel our Athena DB, ensuring seamless data integration and accessibility. In this role, you’ll collaborate closely with both our cloud and data science teams to deliver robust, scalable data solutions.

What You Will Own & Drive:

• ETL Pipeline Development: Write and maintain transform code in Python to ensure efficient and reliable data flows within our ETL pipeline.
• Infrastructure Maintenance: Troubleshoot and fix infrastructure code related to AWS Lambda functions, ensuring smooth operation of cloud services.
• Cross-Team Data Modeling: Lead complex data modeling efforts across multiple teams and domains, identifying and resolving data inconsistencies.
• Report Generation & Debugging: Develop code to generate complex reports, and assist team members in debugging and optimizing their report-generating processes.

What You Bring to The Table:

• Bachelor’s Degree Required, Advanced degrees (Master’s or Ph.D.) are highly preferred.
• 3-7+ years of proven experience in: Data science, Data processing, & Insight generation.
• Practical Experience: Hands-on experience with machines, manufacturing, or other industrial processes, applying data-driven insights in real-world scenarios.
• Exceptional Logical Thinking: Strong problem-solving abilities with a focus on clear, structured logic.
• Proficient in Python: Strong expertise in Python development, with a focus on data engineering applications.
• Platform/Infrastructure Expertise: Comfortable working with cloud infrastructure, and eager to contribute to Terraform code for infrastructure as code (IaC) initiatives.
• SQL & Data Modeling: Skilled in SQL, with experience in data modeling and analytics engineering to ensure clean, structured, and scalable data systems.
• Systems Thinking: Comprehensive understanding of complex systems, ensuring effective integration and functionality across platforms.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional ability to simplify and articulate complex concepts to customers, ensuring clarity and engagement.
• Visual Presentation: Proficient in creating clear, impactful visuals and actionable takeaways that drive understanding and decision-making.

What Makes You Stand Out:

• Exceptional Coding Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in coding, showcasing a strong command of best practices and efficient programming techniques.
• Deep Theoretical Understanding: Outstanding grasp of theoretical concepts in computing, allowing for informed decision-making in complex scenarios.
• System Design Proficiency: Highly adept at understanding the trade-offs involved in system design, ensuring optimal performance and scalability.
• Self-Starter: Ability to self-unblock easily, demonstrating initiative and resourcefulness in overcoming challenges.
• Remote Team Experience: Proven experience collaborating effectively with remote, distributed teams, leveraging communication tools to maintain productivity.
• AWS Expertise: Hands-on experience with AWS services, contributing to cloud-based solutions and architecture.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Proficient in using Terraform for infrastructure management, enabling efficient deployment and scaling of resources.
• Container Orchestration: Familiarity with Kubernetes for managing containerized applications, enhancing deployment efficiency and reliability.

How We Will Support You:

• Ambitious and clear vision of how you can be a part of transforming the manufacturing supply chain and building next generation IoT technology
• Highly motivated and experienced team with relevant domain expertise and network
• Ability to deploy your work solving cutting edge problems with major manufacturers worldwide including Fortune 500 companies
• Learning & Development budget to allow you to continue to grow in not only your function, but in any way that relates!
• Trust in your ability to do your best work when and where you want and to communicate this with your team
• Flexible Time Off: take the time you need, including an end-of-year break and an ask that all Arch-itects take at least one additional (consecutive) week off each year to recharge in addition to local holidays and religious observances
• Opportunity to challenge yourself, be nurtured, and grow in a highly dynamic environment
• A culture that welcomes and encourages autonomy, ownership, and transparency; allowing you to make, learn from, and teach others in your “failures” as much as your successes
• Potential to travel to the annual Arch Summit
• A culture of diversity of thought and background with many languages and nationalities on the team

Resumes must be submitted in English

We encourage interested and enthusiastic applicants to apply and not allow imposter syndrome to self-select out of an opportunity. We believe in hiring people as their full and authentic selves, allowing them to utilize their strengths and then helping them to learn, grow, and add to those strengths.