Data Engineer I

Data Engineer IDenver, CO or Long Beach, CASpace is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors — enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.Be the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity.What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results.It's the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.Your missionWe are looking for a Data Engineer I who is an exceptional early-career engineer with strong Python and SQL skills and a passion for solving complex challenging technical problems and dealing with a certain amount of ambiguity. This is an opportunity for a talented graduate to build real-world data systems and grow quickly in a fast-paced high-performance startup environment.ResponsibilitiesBuild and maintain data pipelines and data products and solutions using Python, SQL and modern cloud data platforms and technologiesDevelop, test and troubleshoot data ingestion, transformations and workflowsApply software engineering practices including Git, testing, and CI/CDLeverage AI-assisted engineering tools to improve development and testing productivityCollaborate with experienced engineers, take ownership, adapt and learn quickly and deliver solutions that directly support our data and other stakeholdersQualifications0-2 years of experience in data engineering, software engineeringBachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, Data Science or a related technical fieldExcellent Python programming skills and a reasonable knowledge of SQLStrong software engineering and problem-solving skills and one who is curious, takes the initiative and a quick learnerWilling to embrace the pace, ambiguity and challenges of a startup environmentPreferred QualificationsHas completed one or more internships, research or created projects in software or data engineeringExposure or a decent understanding of Cloud Data PlatformsExposure/Experience building with Spark, Airflow, dbt, Kafka or similar technologiesExperience using AI-enabled development tools and technologiesWhat we are looking forThis is a hands-on entry-level data engineering role. The successful candidate should be comfortable writing code, solving difficult technical problems, be willing to challenge the status quo, collaborate with the Principal and Senior Data Engineers as well as the cross functional teams and deliver quality data solutions.CompensationBase Salary: Denver - $80,000 - $110,000, Long Beach - $85,000 - $115,000Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental LeaveYour actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience.Additional requirementsWork Location — Long Beach, CA, or Denver, CO. While we observe a hybrid work environment, you will need to be onsite as the business needs require. Onsite requirements are subject to change, particularly when work on classified systems is required. On an average week, you can expect to spend at least 3 days per week in office.Work environment —the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.Physical demands —the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.This position will be open until it is successfully filled.To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us.