Data Engineering Lead at Gistimpact

At GIST Impact, we have spent over 16 years perfecting the art of measuring and quantifying corporate impact. Our team of more than 100 scientists, engineers, data scientists, and environmental economists works tirelessly to provide market-leading analytics. We currently cover over 14,000 companies with precise, time-series data, serving pioneering organizations and investors who manage more than $8 trillion in assets. By partnering with major ESG data providers and fintech platforms, we are actively shaping how the world measures impact across global markets. We are looking for someone who shares our passion for this mission to join our team in India.

The opportunity

As our Data Engineering Lead, you will be the architect behind our data infrastructure. This is a full-time, on-site position where you will oversee the design and maintenance of the platforms that process our vast datasets. You will ensure that our business makes decisions based on high-quality, reliable information. By leading complex projects and guiding our technical strategy, you will play a vital role in our continued growth and ability to deliver meaningful impact insights.

A day in the life

• You will design and implement scalable data architectures, ensuring that our infrastructure can handle large volumes of data while meeting our specific business requirements.
• You will oversee the development of robust ETL processes, taking responsibility for data quality, cleansing, and validation as information moves from various sources into our warehouse.
• You will collaborate closely with data scientists and analysts to understand their needs, while also working with IT infrastructure teams to integrate our solutions with cloud platforms like AWS.

Who you are

You are a seasoned professional with 6 to 8 years of experience in data engineering and a deep understanding of how to build and manage complex systems. You are comfortable communicating in English and possess the following skills and background:

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Extensive experience with Snowflake for data warehousing, alongside strong proficiency in Python programming.
• In-depth knowledge of data modeling, data lakes, data mesh, and data governance.
• A solid grasp of big data frameworks such as Hadoop, Spark, and Kafka.
• Proven ability to monitor performance, optimize workflows, and maintain high standards for documentation.

Beyond your technical credentials, we place a high value on your understanding of our mission. During the application process, we will look closely at your responses to our culture fit questionnaire, as we believe your alignment with our goals is just as important as your professional experience.

Why you'll love it here

Joining GIST Impact means becoming part of a mission-driven organization that is at the forefront of the global movement toward transparent impact measurement. You will work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment alongside a diverse team of experts who are dedicated to solving some of the most pressing challenges in data and sustainability. We offer the chance to work on high-impact projects that influence billions of dollars in assets and help shape the future of corporate responsibility.