Data Engineer

We are looking for a Data Engineer to join our data management and integration team. This role will focus on building and optimizing scalable data pipelines improving data flow and supporting cross-functional analytics initiatives.

The ideal candidate is analytical curious and experienced in working with large datasets with the ability to derive insights using exploratory analysis and machine learning techniques. You will partner with data analysts and business teams to ensure reliable efficient and scalable data delivery across projects.

This is a hands-on role requiring a self-driven individual who can support multiple systems teams and data needs in a fast-paced environment.

What Youll Do

• Own and contribute to the end-to-end data engineering lifecycle including requirements gathering data modeling pipeline design development testing deployment and maintenance.
• Design build and optimize scalable ETL/ELT pipelines using Matillion DPC (Data Productivity Cloud) dbt and cloud-native platforms like Snowflake and AWS.
• Experience working with AWS cloud infrastructure leveraging services such as S3 Lambda Glue where applicable.
• Develop and manage transformations using dbt following modular testable and version-controlled practices.
• Leverage Snowflake Cortex capabilities for advanced analytics AI-driven insights and data enrichment use cases.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders analysts and cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and resolve data quality issues.
• Develop and maintain robust SQL transformations and Python-based data processing for complex workflows and automation.
• Ensure data quality integrity and reliability through validation monitoring and troubleshooting.
• Create and maintain clear technical documentation to support maintainability and knowledge sharing across the team.
• Identify and implement improvements to data processes pipeline performance and operational efficiency.
• Stay current with industry trends and incorporate best practices from the data engineering and modern data stack communities.

What Youll Have

• 35 years of experience in Data Engineering ETL/ELT development or Data Warehousing.
• Strong hands-on experience with Matillion DPC or similar ETL tools (Informatica Talend Pentaho etc.).
• Experience working with AWS data services including S3 Glue Lambda.
• Strong experience with Snowflake including performance optimization and data modeling.
• Experience with dbt (data build tool) for transformation testing and deployment workflows.
• Proficiency in SQL with experience writing complex optimized queries.
• Working knowledge of Python for data processing scripting and automation.
• Familiarity with Snowflake Cortex or similar AI/ML-powered data capabilities is a plus.
• Solid understanding of data warehousing concepts including:
• Change Data Capture (CDC)
• Slowly Changing Dimensions (SCD)
• Data modeling (star/snowflake schemas)
• Experience with version control (Git) and ticketing systems such as JIRA or Zendesk.
• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Engineering or a related technical field (or equivalent practical experience).

Bonus Points

• Matillion DPC certification (e.g. Building a Data Warehouse with Matillion).
• Experience with orchestration tools (e.g. Airflow).
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines for data workflows.
• Experience working with modern data stack tools and frameworks.
• Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code (Terraform/CloudFormation) in AWS environments.

Perks and Benefits

At Yext we take pride in our diverse workforce and prioritize creating an engaged and connected working environment. Our ambitious mission is to transform the enterprise with AI search and we know that to achieve that we need a global team of innovators visionary thought leaders and enthusiastic collaborators passionate about making a meaningful impact in the world and contributing to an extraordinary culture.

We believe that people do their best when they feel their best and to feel their best they must be well-informed fuelled and rested. To ensure our employees are at their best we offer a wide range of benefits and perks including:

• Performance-Based Compensation: We offer an attractive bonus structure and stock options for eligible positions.
• Comprehensive Leave Package: Our leave package includes Paid Time Off (PTO) Parental Leave Sick Leave Casual Leave Bereavement Leave National Holidays and Floating Holidays to ensure a healthy work-life balance.
• Health & Wellness Offerings: We provide medical insurance with 7L coverage including enhanced parental and outpatient department (OPD) coverage for you your spouse two dependent children and two parents (as applicable and subject to eligibility requirements).
• Relocation Benefits: We offer relocation assistance and an allowance to eligible candidates to help ease your transition.
• World-Class Office & Building Amenities: Our office has a top-notch infrastructure including gaming rooms a plush pantry and breakout areas.

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Yext is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a results-driven engaging culture where every employee has the opportunity to contribute to the success of the Company perform at the highest possible level and grow their skills and capabilities. Yext welcomes employees and applicants of all backgrounds and demographics and does not engage in discrimination on the basis of any protected characteristic recognized under applicable law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories consistent with legal requirements. The Company believes a broad variety of life experiences across the Yext team is critical to its mission to help every business in the world be visible everywhere customers search. By seeking out fresh perspectives and fostering a positive interview experience and employee experience Yext can remain at the forefront of innovation and better serve its customers.

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