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Senior, Data Engineer

DEPT® deptagency.com Open · verified Oct 24, 2026
Remote United States Senior Data Engineering

At a glance

Senior Data Engineering role at DEPT®. Remote, United States · $96,000–$140,000 base.

SalaryStated by DEPT®
$96,000 – $140,000
Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.
RoleData Engineering
SenioritySenior
LocationUnited States
WorkplaceRemote
Base pay$96,000–$140,000
PostedAug 21, 2026 · 2mo ago
Role brief

dataroles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

  • Turn business goals into practical data engineering solutions for client or internal needs
  • Help design systems, schemas and pipelines, offering technical direction to peers
  • Assess client tools, applications and data portfolios to inform project recommendations
  • Keep project work on track by prioritizing tasks and sharing status with stakeholders
  • Reset client expectations when timelines or scope shift, and research unfamiliar issues independently

What you bring

  • At least three years with programming fundamentals, debugging, version control and scripting or compiled languages
  • At least two years using data management tools, including pipeline or ETL platforms and databases
  • At least two years assessing client portfolios, tools and applications
  • At least two years in professional software development and consulting

Who this fits

This suits a senior data engineer who can connect technical choices to business needs, work independently, and guide peers or new hires. The role is remote in the US.

From the employer

WHY DEPT®?

We are a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, we create what is next by pioneering ideas, acting fast, and moving further because standing still just is not in our DNA.

We are drawn to people who stay curious, move with intent, and never stop inventing. Our culture runs on three values: better together, relentlessly curious, and get sh*t done. It is how we work, how we grow, and how we make things that matter.

At DEPT®, you will find the freedom to explore, the space to collaborate, and the trust to make a real impact for our clients, for each other, and for the world we are helping to build.

The Role:

We are looking for a well-rounded, flexible Data Engineer with an interest in translating business goals into concrete solutions. You’ve been part of more than one team, you’ve demonstrated initiative on most of your projects, and you can tell us in technical detail what you did to help. Ideally you’ve worked with at least one devops team, and in at least one flavor of agile. If you haven’t we won’t hold that against you. At DEPT®, we pride ourselves on our pragmatic, engineering approach to making data work for the business.

What you’ll bring:

  • Ability to realign client expectations when challenges arise (delays, change in scope, etc.)
  • Proactively, and independently able to research knowledge needed to perform tasks (i.e., knows when to ask for help, and doesn't spend significant time on already-solved issues)
  • You have the ability to identify potential technical solutions that apply to an internal/client situation (i.e., ability to connect technical solutions to a business need).
  • You enjoy working with peers / new hires to help them understand and apply best practices
  • You can prioritize multiple tasks and communicate the overall status of a project.
  • You enjoy participating in technical design of systems, schemas, or pipelines and offer sound guidance

What we’re looking for:

  • 3+ years of experience in core programming fundamentals, modern tools (IDEs, CLI, Git/version control), and basic debugging:
    • Scripting languages like Python, Ruby
    • Compiled languages like Java, Scala, C++
    • Source Control Systems
  • 2+ years of experience in Data Management Tools:
    • Pipeline management tools like Airflow or Luigi, and/or enterprise ETL tools like Informatica, SSIS or Datastage
    • Devops tools like Terraform, Kubernetes, Docker
    • Database Management Systems like BigQuery, Snowflake, PostgreSQL, mySQL, Oracle, MS SQL Server, Redshift
  • 2+ years of discovery and assessment of a client’s portfolio, tools, and applications
  • 2+ years of professional software and consulting experience
  • Experience working in cloud environments (AWS or GCP) is a plus.
  • Experience with Unix-based OSes a plus!

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

We are a collaborative, open-door, best-idea-wins environment that fosters personal and company growth and has fun doing it. Here is a snapshot of our benefits package:

  • Healthcare, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • 401k plan, plus matching
  • PTO
  • Paid Company Holidays
  • Parental Leave

WE SUPPORT YOU BEING YOU:

DEPT® is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We believe our work is its best when our people feel safe and free to be themselves. We’re committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace, regardless of anyone’s identity, background, beliefs, lifestyle or disabilities. So tell us about any accommodations you need. It’s totally confidential and only used to make sure you feel fully supported at every step.

DEPT® participates in E-Verify, meaning your Form I-9 information will be sent to the federal government to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.

We are a B Corp-certified company passionate about purpose-driven work. Our hope is that you can feel good about the contributions DEPT® is making to the world and we always have an open door for your ideas in making the world a better place.

DEPT® is a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, our 4,000+ specialists deliver growth invention across Brand & Media, Experience, Commerce, CRM, and Technology & Data. We’re 50|50 tech and marketing, partner-led, and first to move. Clients include Google, Lufthansa, Coach, eBay, and OpenAI.

Learn more about DEPT®

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION

At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives.

Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine.

We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.

Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here.

The anticipated salary range for this position is listed below. Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, expertise, physical location, and organizational impact. This is based on a 40-hour workweek and leveling. Keep in mind, we’re flexible.

US Remote Range$96,000—$140,000 USD
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