Data Engineer at Homebase Open Positions

Welcome to our team. We are on a mission to make small businesses unstoppable by providing the ultimate platform for hourly teams. Our software simplifies employee scheduling, payroll, time tracking, and communication, serving over 100,000 businesses and tracking more than one billion hours for millions of workers annually. We are backed by prominent investors and operate from offices in San Francisco, Houston, Denver, and Toronto. As a Senior Data Engineer, you will join an innovative, customer-focused environment where your work directly empowers small business owners to grow and succeed.

Key outcomes

• Design, build, and optimize robust data pipelines to handle large volumes of structured and unstructured information.
• Develop and maintain scalable data models using dimensional modeling techniques.
• Create impactful reports and dashboards that provide clear insights into business performance.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into effective technical solutions.
• Troubleshoot data challenges and ensure the timely resolution of technical issues.
• Enhance query performance and establish best practices for database design.
• Collaborate with data scientists and analysts to support their analytical requirements.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior team members.
• Drive innovation through automation to improve our overall data quality and analytics processes.
• Take full ownership of projects from initial concept through to successful completion.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of professional experience in data engineering or a closely related field.
• Advanced proficiency in SQL and extensive experience with database design and data modeling.
• Strong working knowledge of scripting languages such as Python.
• Solid understanding of ETL/ELT development principles and modern data warehousing concepts.
• Hands-on experience with data transformation tools like DBT or Databricks.
• Proven ability to decompose complex business problems into manageable technical tasks.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a high level of attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Proficiency with Git, Jira, and testing frameworks like Great Expectations.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a cohesive team.

Compensation

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. This includes:

• Stock options, as we believe everyone should be an owner.
• Competitive group health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Group investment opportunities, including a TFSA and an RRSP plan with a 4% company match.
• A generous policy of 20 days of accrued paid time off per year, plus company-paid holidays.
• A dedicated learning and development stipend to support your continued growth.
• Paid parental leave after one year of service.
• A hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from home on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays.
• Top-tier equipment and a stipend to help you set up your workspace.
• Meals provided at our vibrant office locations.
• Regular team offsites and engagement opportunities.

How to apply

If you are ready to make a significant impact and help us build the best platform for small businesses, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application to begin the process. Our hiring journey typically involves meeting with our Talent Acquisition team and the hiring manager, followed by a technical interview, leadership discussions, and standard reference and background checks. We value diverse perspectives and encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every single qualification listed.