Rivian · 2 months ago
Senior Data Engineer / Analytics Engineer
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is building a best-in-class data platform that empowers the entire organization to make data-driven decisions. As a Senior Data Engineer, you will take ownership of the design and implementation of complex, scalable ELT pipelines and data transformation logic, while also serving as a thought leader in driving data quality and engineering best practices within the data community.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleManufacturingTransportation
Responsibilities
Architect data models and schemas that enable self-service analytics and ensure data accuracy and consistency across the organization
Lead the design, build, and maintenance of scalable ELT pipelines and analytics workflows using advanced tools (Spark, dbt, SQL)
Champion data quality through validation processes, monitoring frameworks, and automated testing
Develop and optimize complex Python and SQL-based transformation code to process and curate data
Monitor and improve the performance and reliability of data pipelines and platform infrastructure
Partner with platform engineers to integrate new tools, technologies, and frameworks into the data ecosystem
Serve as a mentor and technical leader within the data engineering community
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, a relevant technical field or equivalent practical experience
Expertise in Python, Spark, dbt, and SQL for data transformation and pipeline development
Experience with modern cloud data platforms, including Databricks Snowflake, and Google BigQuery
Proficient in data modeling principles and schema design for analytics
Proficient in scalable data pipelines on cloud platforms, preferably AWS, GCP, Azure
Experience deploying and maintaining scalable software, reliability, testing, and monitoring
Preferred
5+ years of experience in data engineering or analytics engineering
Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD workflows for data engineering projects
Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform highly preferred)
Experience with any data quality, data security, and monitoring initiatives
Experience with a modern data ingestion tool like Fivetran
Benefits
Robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26
Coverage is effective on the first day of employment
Company
Rivian
Rivian is an automotive technology company that develops products and services to advance the shift to sustainable mobility.
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Funding
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Public CompanyTotal Funding
$21.93BKey Investors
Volkswagen GroupUS Department of EnergyIllinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity
2025-06-30Post Ipo Equity· $1B
2024-11-25Post Ipo Debt· $6.6B
2024-05-02Grant· $827M
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