Data Engineer II
New York, NY

Job Description

OkCupid is looking to hire a Data Engineer!

If you're a Data Engineer that likes the idea of working on a product used by millions of people, read on.

What's it like being a Data Engineer at OkCupid?

We're a team of engineers and data scientists that manage all aspects of OkCupid's BI and data stack. Every person we hire is given lots of ownership; your input will be a big part of what we do and how we do it.

There's also a sense of satisfaction that comes from helping millions of people find love. If that's the kind of thing that appeals to you, you're probably a good fit for OkCupid!

We're seeking someone who:

* Has 4+ years' experience with ETL or BI platforms
* Is fluent in SQL and Python
* Understands the differences between row-based and columnar, relational and no-sql
* Has a Bachelor's degree, preferably in a related field (Engineering, Computer Science, Statistics, Applied Math)

What you'll work on:

* Write complex and efficient code to transform raw data sources into easily accessible models for our teams (e.g., Product, Growth, Finance, Fraud)
* Select the right tools for the right job and make them all work well together
* Help architect and build our machine learning infrastructure
* Interpret and analyze data from various source systems to support data integration and data reporting needs
* Troubleshoot & determine best resolution for data issues and anomalies
* Manage exploratory data analysis to support database and dashboard development, as well as advanced analytics efforts

Bonus Points if you have:

* Experience with a mass market consumer facing product
* Familiarity with the pydata stack (numpy, scipy, pandas)

What's in it for you?

* Competitive salary and full benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401k


* Workstation and tools of your choice


* Paid attendance to conferences


* Regularly catered lunch and a bomb shelter stockpile of snacks and drinks


* Company funded happy hours/events


* A sunny office full of incredibly curious and friendly people