
About smallpdf
Simplifying PDF tasks for everyone, everywhere
Key Highlights
- 25M+ unique users monthly, enhancing PDF efficiency
- Headquartered in Alt-Wiedikon, ZΓΌrich, Switzerland
- Integrates with major platforms like Dropbox
- Plans for native mobile apps on iOS and Android
Smallpdf is a leading PDF software platform headquartered in Alt-Wiedikon, ZΓΌrich, with over 25 million unique users each month. The company specializes in simplifying PDF tasks such as conversion, compression, and editing, and has integrated its services with major platforms like Dropbox. Founded i...
π Benefits
Employees enjoy flexible working hours, a personal development budget, and unlimited free coffee and snacks. Smallpdf also offers free German lessons ...
π Culture
Smallpdf fosters a culture of efficiency and accessibility, focusing on enhancing the user experience with PDFs. The company values integration with o...
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Smallpdf is hiring a Senior Data Platform Engineer to build and maintain reliable data ingestion pipelines and ensure optimal performance of their Redshift warehouse. You'll work with technologies like Redshift, Kubernetes, Python, and SQL.
Job Description
Who you are
You are a highly capable engineer with strong experience in building and maintaining data platforms. You have a deep understanding of Redshift and are confident in operating and owning critical applications and infrastructure. Your expertise in Kubernetes, Python, and SQL allows you to effectively manage complex data systems and ensure their reliability and performance at scale.
You have a proven track record of working with large-scale data systems, processing millions of events daily. Your experience enables you to gather complex data and turn it into actionable insights, collaborating closely with data professionals and stakeholders to drive data-driven decision-making. You are passionate about simplifying document management and enhancing productivity through effective data solutions.
Desirable
Experience with similar scale systems and a strong understanding of data ingestion pipelines will set you apart. Familiarity with dbt transformation layers and document analytics is a plus, as is a commitment to an inclusive and equitable hiring process.
What you'll do
As a Senior Data Platform Engineer at Smallpdf, you will be responsible for building and maintaining reliable ingestion pipelines that support the company's data stack. You will ensure that the Redshift warehouse performs consistently at scale, delivering high-quality data into the dbt transformation layer. Your role will involve collaborating with experienced data professionals to gather complex data and turn it into actionable insights that drive business decisions.
You will own the systems that expose data back to the business, ensuring that stakeholders have access to the information they need to make informed decisions. Your work will directly impact the efficiency and effectiveness of document management solutions used by millions worldwide. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to the continuous improvement of data processes and systems, helping to shape the future of data at Smallpdf.
What we offer
At Smallpdf, you will join a diverse team of over 110 people from 34 nationalities, working in a collaborative and inclusive environment. We value human curiosity, creativity, and integrity, and we encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement. You will have the chance to work on impactful projects that simplify document management for users around the globe, contributing to a mission that enhances productivity and streamlines workflows.
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