**Experienced Full Stack Data Engineer – AI Research and Deployment**

Are you a highly skilled and motivated Data Engineer looking to join a cutting-edge team at the forefront of AI innovation? Do you have a passion for designing, building, and managing data pipelines that drive business decisions and shape the future of AI? If so, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity to join blithequark, a leading AI research and deployment company dedicated to ensuring that general-purpose artificial intelligence benefits all of humanity. **About blithequark** blithequark is a pioneering company that strives to push the boundaries of AI capabilities and deliver these innovations to the world safely. Our mission is to harness AI's potential to solve significant global challenges, sharing its benefits broadly. With a strong focus on research and development, we are committed to creating a safer and more inclusive technological future. **Job Description** We are seeking an experienced Full Stack Data Engineer to lead the development of our data pipelines and foundational tables. These pipelines are crucial for powering analytics, enhancing security systems, informing business decisions, fostering product innovation, and preventing disruptions. In this role, you will collaborate closely with our researchers to help train new models for deployment to our clients. Your data-driven insights will be instrumental in shaping blithequark's future. **Responsibilities** As a Full Stack Data Engineer at blithequark, you will be responsible for: * Designing, building, and managing data pipelines, ensuring seamless integration of all client event data into our data warehouse. * Developing standardized datasets to track key product metrics, including user growth, engagement, and revenue. * Collaborating with teams across Infrastructure, Data Science, Product, Marketing, Finance, and Research to understand data needs and provide solutions. * Implementing robust, fault-tolerant systems for data ingestion and processing. * Contributing to data architecture and engineering decisions, bringing strong insights and expertise. * Ensuring the security, integrity, and compliance of data according to industry and company standards. **Qualifications** To be successful in this role, you will need: * Proficiency in at least one programming language commonly used in Data Engineering, such as Python, Scala, or Java. * Experience with distributed processing technologies and frameworks like Hadoop, Flink, and storage systems such as HDFS and S3. * Expertise in ETL schedulers like Apache Airflow, Dagster, or similar frameworks. * Strong understanding of Apache Spark with the ability to write, debug, and optimize Spark code. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. * Excellent collaboration and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams. **Benefits** As a valued member of the blithequark team, you will enjoy: * A competitive salary of $25/hour, inclusive of generous equity and benefits. * Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family. * Mental health and wellness support. * 401(k) plan with a 4% company match. * Unlimited paid time off and 18+ company holidays annually. * 20 weeks of paid parental leave and family-planning support. **Why Join blithequark?** At blithequark, we believe AI has the potential to help solve significant global challenges, and we aim to share AI's benefits broadly. By joining our team, you will be at the forefront of AI innovation, contributing to a safer and more inclusive technological future. Our company culture values collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning, and we offer a range of opportunities for professional growth and development. **What We Offer** As a Data Engineer at blithequark, you will have the opportunity to: * Work on cutting-edge AI projects that have the potential to make a significant impact on society. * Collaborate with a talented team of researchers, engineers, and product managers to develop innovative solutions. * Develop your skills and expertise in data engineering, machine learning, and AI. * Contribute to the development of our data architecture and engineering practices. * Participate in hackathons, workshops, and other events to stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies. **How to Apply** If you are a motivated and experienced Data Engineer looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your resume and a cover letter explaining why you are a strong fit for this role. We look forward to hearing from you! **Equal Employment Opportunity** blithequark is an equal employment opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive and respectful of all employees, and we strive to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. **Contact Us** If you have any questions or would like to learn more about this opportunity, please don't hesitate to contact us. We look forward to hearing from you!