Trulioo · 17 hours ago
Junior Data Platform Engineer
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$90K/yr - $110K/yr
2+ years expTrulioo is a global leader in digital identity verification, seeking a Junior Data Platform Engineer to contribute to their innovative platform. The role involves building data pipelines, modeling complex information, and applying machine learning to enhance data quality and search systems.
Big DataComplianceFinanceIdentity ManagementInformation TechnologySecuritySoftware
Responsibilities
Assist in building and maintaining data ingestion and transformation pipelines from internal and external data sources
Learn to design data models for SQL, NoSQL, and modern data stores (e.g., vector or graph databases)
Support efforts to integrate and test ML models for tasks like entity resolution, semantic enrichment, and similarity search
Work with senior engineers to optimize data workflows, monitor data quality, and improve pipeline performance
Contribute to documentation, testing, and experimentation around new data tools and techniques
Collaborate with data scientists and software engineers to deliver reliable, scalable data solutions
Qualification
Required
2 years of professional experience (or strong academic / open-source / project experience) in data engineering, ML engineering, or software development
Solid programming fundamentals, ideally in Python
Basic understanding of data modeling, ETL concepts, and working with databases (SQL or NoSQL)
Exposure to cloud environments (AWS, GCP, or Azure) through coursework, internships, or personal projects
Eagerness to learn and apply best practices in data engineering and MLOps
Passionate about learning and experimenting with new data technologies
Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
Effective communicator - comfortable asking questions and collaborating with peers
Self-motivated, curious, and eager to take ownership of projects
Excited to grow within a team that values mentorship, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Preferred
Hands-on experience from academic or open-source projects related to data processing, machine learning, or information retrieval
Familiarity with ETL / workflow tools (Airflow, Prefect, Dagster, etc.)
Some exposure to vector databases, embedding-based search, or semantic search pipelines
Curiosity about graph databases, streaming systems, or data orchestration frameworks
Active participation in open-source projects or data-related online communities
Contributions to group projects, hackathons, or research that involve data modeling, ML integration, or large-scale data management
Demonstrated curiosity about LLMs, semantic search, or retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) systems
Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits: We provide a robust benefits package for full-time, permanent employees, including health, dental, and vision coverage, retirement plans with company match, paid time off, parental leave, and an annual education & training stipend (equivalent to $1,000 in local currency). Specific benefits may vary by location and will be discussed further during the interview process.
Flexible Hybrid Working Environment: Our offices are designed to support both collaboration and flexibility. Enjoy weekly lunches, quality coffee, and regular social events. Many locations also feature parent rooms, on-site gyms, comfortable lounges, and adaptable workstations to support your comfort and productivity.
Wellness: We care about your well-being. Team members have access to wellness workshops and events, as well as a complimentary Headspace subscription to help you stay focused, grounded, and energized.
Employee Resource Groups: Belonging is an important part of doing your best work. Our ERGs provide an inclusive space, support and community for employees of diverse backgrounds and allies. We host informative, fun sessions and celebrations that are often open to the entire organization.
Company
Trulioo
Trulioo is an online verification company that operates a digital identity network deploying security and privacy standards.
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$474.77MKey Investors
TCVGoldman SachsBDC Venture Capital
2021-06-07Series D· $394M
2019-09-17Series C· $52.86M
2018-07-31Series B· $7.68M
Leadership Team
Hal Lonas
Chief Technology Officer
Stephen Ufford
Founder
Recent News
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