Data Engineer

We are seeking a skilled Data Engineer with deep domain knowledge in the K-12 education ecosystem to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for building and maintaining integrations, automating data workflows, and ensuring data accuracy and availability across educational platforms. You’ll play a key role in supporting school operations. You will directly solve the complex data challenges faced by schools – ensuring accurate attendance syncs, reliable enrollment tracking, and automated pipeline execution so educators have trusted data when they need it.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain custom integrations and ETL processes between K-12 data and internal/external systems; Design, implement, and optimize data pipelines; Collaborate with stakeholders to understand data needs and deliver robust, scalable solutions; Maintain technical documentation for systems, data models, and processes; Monitor and troubleshoot data flow issues and respond to API changes; Participate in cross-functional projects related to school operations, enrollment, attendance, and performance data; Perform quality assurance (QA) on downstream data to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment with customer requirements

Requirements

Deep domain knowledge in the K-12 education ecosystem; 4+ years of experience in a software engineering, data engineering, or SIS specialist role; Hands-on experience with Student Information Systems (PowerSchool, Infinite Campus, Skyward, or similar platform), including APIs, data exports/imports, and plugin development; Strong skills in SQL, Python, and ETL/ELT tools; Experience engineering data solutions specifically within K-12 education; Experience working with RESTful APIs, SFTP, and other data exchange methods; Experience working with data warehouses; Experience with data quality assurance practices and tools, including validation and reconciliation of datasets; Strong attention to detail and ability to translate customer data requirements into technical specifications and QA checks; Ability to work independently in a fully remote position

Benefits

Comprehensive medical benefits with employer contribution to premiums and HSA accounts; Gym reimbursement; Pet insurance; Free access to Calm app and Rocket Lawyer; Monthly tech stipend for WFH; Inclusive family benefits including parental leave, fertility support, and adoption; 401(k) plan with employer match; Flexible PTO; Paid sick time off; Company holidays plus winter break (Dec 24th - Jan 1st); Annual learning and development allowance; Making a difference in education