PYTHON DATA ENGINEER- REMOTE

Lensa • Full-time • Remote (Houston, TX, US) • $120k - $140k / year • 1d ago

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Compass Digital

Salary: $120,000-$140,000

We are Compass Digital—the digital and technology arm of Compass Group North America. We build and scale digital products and technologies to exceed the expectations of our guests and clients. Backed by research, we create remarkable user experiences with increased choice and convenience. We offer end-to-end solutions, simultaneously boosting sales and guest satisfaction.

Compass Digital was developed from within Compass Group, focusing on driving transformation and innovation in the hospitality spaces across Business & Industry, Education, and Healthcare. We power digital in the hospitality experience, ensuring that each touchpoint is optimized for guest satisfaction while leveraging data to achieve additional outcomes.

We are fully integrated into Compass Group, proudly serving its’ various clients through scalable, cutting-edge technologies and solutions.

About The Role

We’re looking for a skilled and collaborative Python Data Engineer to join our growing data platform team. In this role, you’ll design and build scalable, cloud-native data pipelines and APIs using Python and AWS. You’ll work closely with data engineers, analysts, and developers to deliver high-quality data solutions that power analytics, reporting, and business intelligence across the organization.

What You'll Do

Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines using Python and AWS services.
Build and optimize ETL/ELT workflows with AWS Glue, Lambda, and S3.
Develop APIs in Python to enable seamless data access for analytics and operational systems.
Monitor and troubleshoot data workflows to ensure accuracy, reliability, and performance.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement reusable data models and architecture.
Apply best practices for serverless computing, cost optimization, and performance tuning.
Document data flows, architecture diagrams, and engineering processes.
Implement data governance, security, and compliance standards.
Integrate third-party APIs and external data sources.
Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) initiatives.
Stay current with AWS innovations and modern data engineering practices.

What We're Looking For

5+ years of experience in data engineering or backend development roles.
3+ years of hands-on experience with Python for data engineering.
Strong SQL skills and experience with relational and NoSQL databases.
Proficiency with AWS services: Lambda, Glue, S3, Athena, Redshift, DynamoDB, and Snowflake.
Solid understanding of data modeling (OLTP, ODS, dimensional modeling).
Experience designing and integrating APIs using Python.
Familiarity with serverless architecture and event-driven design.
Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
Experience working in agile environments with CI/CD workflows.

Nice to Have

AWS Certifications (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect or Data Analytics).
Experience with dbt, Databricks, or other modern data stack tools.
Exposure to machine learning pipelines and AI-driven analytics.
Familiarity with Terraform or CloudFormation.
Experience integrating with platforms like ServiceNow.

Apply to Compass Group today!

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Compass Digital maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Associates at Corporate are offered many fantastic benefits.

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/ AD
Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
Associate Shopping Program
Health and Wellness Programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Paid Parental Leave
Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_CorpAndFoodbuy.pdf) for paid time off benefits information.

Req ID: 1442963

Compass Digital

Bankston B Williams

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