Data Engineer • Lead

Who you are

You have a strong background in data engineering with a focus on building scalable data systems — your experience includes overseeing the design and implementation of data pipelines that ensure data quality and reliability. You understand the importance of data in driving business decisions and have a vision for how to enhance data capabilities within an organization. You are a trusted partner to business stakeholders, guiding teams in architecting effective data solutions that empower users with accessible and trustworthy data. You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with data analysts and business partners to deliver innovative data engineering solutions. Your leadership style fosters a culture of continuous improvement and learning, encouraging your team to explore new technologies and methodologies.

Desirable

Experience with cloud platforms and data processing frameworks is a plus, as is familiarity with ETL processes and data warehousing solutions. You are comfortable with data modeling and have a keen eye for optimizing data flows to enhance performance. A background in working with marketing and finance data is advantageous, as it allows you to understand the specific needs of these departments.

What you'll do

In this role, you will lead the development of data infrastructure and pipelines that support sweetgreen's Marketing and Finance departments. You will be responsible for ensuring that data systems are designed with scalability and performance in mind, allowing for efficient data processing and analysis. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to define data requirements and deliver solutions that meet business needs. Your role will involve mentoring junior engineers, guiding them in best practices for data engineering and fostering their professional growth. You will also play a key role in driving the adoption of new data technologies and methodologies, ensuring that sweetgreen remains at the forefront of data innovation.

What we offer

At sweetgreen, you will be part of a mission-driven company focused on building healthier communities through real food. We offer a collaborative work environment where your contributions will have a direct impact on the business. You will have opportunities for professional development and growth, as well as the chance to work with a talented team of individuals who are passionate about data and its role in driving business success. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement — your unique perspective and skills could be a great fit for our team.