**Experienced Data Engineer – Operations Analytics and Performance (OAP) Department – Work From Home Opportunity at blithequark**

Are you a highly skilled data engineer with a passion for harnessing the power of data to drive business growth and improvement? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where no two days are ever the same? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join the Operations Analytics and Performance (OAP) department at blithequark as a Data Engineer. **About blithequark** At blithequark, we're committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences through our innovative approach to data-driven decision-making. Our Operations Analytics and Performance (OAP) department is at the forefront of this effort, using cutting-edge data engineering techniques to unlock insights and drive business improvement. As a Data Engineer on our team, you'll play a critical role in helping us achieve our vision of becoming a leader in the industry. **The Role** As a Data Engineer in the OAP department, you'll be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining large-scale data systems that support our analytics and reporting needs. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to identify business requirements, develop data solutions, and implement data engineering best practices. Your expertise will be essential in helping us to: * Locate and extract data from various sources to support business analysis, modeling, and project development * Clean and curate datasets by identifying new data sources, aggregating perspectives, and creating meaningful hierarchies * Collaborate with data analysts and scientists to enhance automated reports and analyses, and provide insights that inform business decisions * Leverage emerging technologies and innovative approaches to communicate data and insights that meet business needs * Support strategy development and project control engagements across business units and cross-functional teams * Train and mentor colleagues in various skills and topics * Practice security-aware behaviors in all operational practices and procedures * Demonstrate a team-first mindset with the success of our team and business partners as the top priority * Be intellectually curious, ask questions, and communicate ideas effectively **What You Need to Succeed** To be successful in this role, you'll need to possess the following qualifications and skills: * 3+ years of experience in data engineering, with a strong background in data analysis, modeling, and project development * Proficiency in SQL and ETL/ELT patterns, with experience in designing and implementing data pipelines * Proficiency in Python, SAS, or other comparable tools and programming languages * Ability to troubleshoot reporting database environments and resolve complex technical issues * Strong attention to detail and ability to work autonomously, managing multiple requests with varying timelines * Self-starter with a resilient, solution-minded approach to complex problems, working individually or as part of a team * Consistently prioritizes security and protection of self, others, and personal data * Embraces diverse perspectives, thinking, and styles * Possesses a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent, and is at least 18 years of age with authorization to work in the United States **What Will Give You a Competitive Edge** While the above qualifications are essential, we're looking for candidates who can bring additional skills and experience to the table. If you have: * A Bachelor's degree or certificate in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Science, or other quantitative fields * Previous experience in the airline industry or a related field * Working knowledge of and/or experience with cloud-based solutions (e.g., Azure, AWS, GCP) **Benefits and Perks to Help You Keep Climbing** At blithequark, we're committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your career growth and well-being. As a Data Engineer in the OAP department, you'll enjoy: * Competitive salary, industry-leading profit-sharing program, and performance incentives * 401(k) with generous company contributions of up to 9% * Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, paid personal time, maternity and parental leave * Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short/long-term disability, and lifestyle benefits * Family care support through fertility assistance, surrogacy and adoption support, lactation assistance, sponsored backup care, and programs that help with loved ones at all stages * Holistic Well-being programs to support physical, emotional, social, and economic health, including access to an employee assistance program offering support for you and your household, free financial coaching, and great resources for mental health * Domestic and international space had flight privileges for employees and eligible family members * Career development programs to help you achieve your long-term professional goals * World-wide partnerships to connect with in-network providers and modern initiatives created to recognize sustainability and reduce our carbon footprint * Business Resource Groups to connect employees with shared interests, promote inclusion, offer perspectives, and help implement strategies * Recognition rewards and awards through the platform Unstoppable Together * Access to over 500 discounts, exclusive savings, and voluntary benefits through Deltaperks, including car and hotel rentals, auto, home, and pet insurance, legal services, and childcare **Join Our Team** If you're a motivated and talented data engineer looking for a new challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team and help us achieve our vision of becoming a leader in the industry.