Remote Data Engineer at Khan Academy

Company Overview:
Khan Academy is a renowned remote technology company dedicated to providing free, world-class education for anyone, anywhere. Our remote-first culture values flexibility, inclusivity, and innovation. With team members spread across the USA, we embrace the benefits of remote work to foster collaboration and creativity.

Position Summary:
As a Remote Data Engineer at Khan Academy, you will play a crucial role in developing and maintaining our data infrastructure to support our educational platform. This fully remote position offers the opportunity to work from anywhere in the USA, contributing to a mission-driven organization that impacts millions of learners worldwide.

Key Responsibilities:
- Design, build, and optimize data pipelines to support analytics and reporting needs
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data accuracy and integrity
- Develop data models and implement ETL processes to enhance data accessibility
- Troubleshoot and resolve data-related issues in a timely manner
- Stay updated on industry best practices and technologies to drive continuous improvement

Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- Proven experience as a Data Engineer or similar role in a remote setting
- Strong proficiency in SQL, Python, and data modeling concepts
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with remote team members
- Self-motivated with a proactive approach to remote work

Technical Requirements:
- Dedicated home office setup with high-speed internet connection
- Proficiency in using remote collaboration tools such as Slack, Zoom, and Google Workspace
- Comfortable working in a distributed team environment with flexible working hours
- Availability to overlap with Pacific Time Zone for team meetings and collaboration

Desired Skills:
- Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS or GCP
- Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI
- Knowledge of machine learning concepts for data analysis
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills for complex data challenges

Compensation & Benefits:
The annual salary range for the Remote Data Engineer position at Khan Academy is competitive and market-rate, commensurate with experience. In addition, we offer remote-specific benefits, including a home office stipend or equipment provision, flexible working hours, virtual onboarding, and access to top-notch remote team collaboration tools. Team members also enjoy virtual team building activities and occasional travel opportunities for team meetups.

How to Apply:
To join our remote team at Khan Academy, please submit your resume and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and motivation for remote work. We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially welcoming you to our distributed team of passionate educators and technologists.