Data Operations Engineer

Uplight is creating a new category of energy. We make software that manages energy resources in homes and businesses-including things like smart thermostats, electric vehicles, solar panels, storage batteries, heat pumps, and even people's behavior-to generate, shift, or save energy to balance the grid, making it more efficient and reliable. This creates clean energy capacity that can be used by the power grid instead of burning more fossil fuels. Our solutions accelerate the transition to clean energy and save money for energy customers.

We are seeking a Data Operations Engineer to join our team and help us achieve our ambitious goals for our business and the planet.

How you will make an impact

• Work as an Engineer on our analytics engineering team, primarily developing in Python and leveraging a wide range of technologies, notably: AWS and GCP, Docker, Apache Airflow, Apache Spark, and PostgreSQL
• Take problems from inception all the way to completion - own the building, testing, deployment, and maintenance of the code that you work on
• Tackle complex problems that span a wide range of technical abilities, including:
  • Developing data pipelines to transform and process data between systems
  • Productionize machine learning pipelines leveraging billions of rows of data
  • Scaling our software to handle the ever-growing customer data
  • Implement monitoring, alerting, and logging systems for data pipelines
  • Automate routine data operations tasks and optimize workflows for scalability and efficiency
• Work effectively on an Agile team and collaborate with data engineering, analytics, and DevOps teams to support data infrastructure.
• Build robust and well documented processes to facilitate data triage and associated fixes
• Participate in on-call rotation and incident response related to data system outages or failures
• Save the planet

What you bring to Uplight

• A minimum of 3 years of professional experience developing in a modern programming language (Python preferred)
• Solid knowledge of ETL and data integration
• A value for testing and developing quality software
• Strong critical thinking skills and a desire to work with ambiguous challenges
• Experience working in an Agile environment and a strong understanding of the full SDLC
• Strong troubleshooting skills that span the full-stack (front-end clients, APIs, networking, DNS, Linux, containers, databases, distributed systems, etc.)
• Experience deploying production applications on at least one major cloud provider (AWS, GCP, Azure)
• Experience writing and maintaining data pipelines and ETLs leveraging Spark or similar tooling
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or a related field.

Bonus Points

• Experience in the utility industry
• Experience working cross-functionally with design, product, customer success, sales, etc.
• Deep technical knowledge of Python, AWS/GCP, Docker, and/or PostgreSQL.

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women, marginalized genders and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Uplight we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Why Join Uplight in Leading the Fight Against Climate Change?

At Uplight, we're not just offering a job - we're offering a chance to be part of the solution to one of the world's biggest challenges. As a certified B Corporation, we're deeply committed to both social and environmental responsibility. Here's why you should join our team of passionate Uplighters:

• Make a Meaningful Impact: Your work directly impacts our mission of decarbonization and building a more sustainable future.
• Grow Your Career: We offer ample advancement opportunities, robust learning and development programs, and a supportive team environment that fosters collaboration and innovation.
• Thrive: We offer comprehensive benefits, including flexible time off, generous parental leave, a wellness stipend, and work flexibility to help you thrive both personally and professionally.
• Belong to an Inclusive Community: We celebrate diversity and foster an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, empowered, and heard. Our Employee Resource Groups offer opportunities to connect with colleagues who share your interests and backgrounds.
• Be Part of a Growing Movement: Join a team of dedicated individuals who are passionate about creating a more sustainable future. We offer a collaborative environment where your ideas are valued and your contributions recognized. Together, we can build a brighter tomorrow.

To learn more about our comprehensive benefits package and other perks, visit uplight.com/careers

Salary Range: $104,754 to $130,943 USD + bonus

In accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the approximate annual base compensation range is listed above. The actual offer, reflecting the total compensation package and benefits, will be determined by a number of factors including the applicant's experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity among our team.

Uplight provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race (including hair texture and hairstyles), color, religion (including head coverings), age, sex, national origin, disability status (including neurodivergence), genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, neurotypicality, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.