Staff Data Engineer (AI)

TL;DR

Staff Data Engineer (AI): Building and scaling data integrations for distribution center products with an accent on ETL design, large-scale data processing, and platform optimization. Focus on defining technical architecture, mentoring engineers, and delivering robust solutions to power machine learning grocery systems.

Location: Remote (Must reside in Canada or specific US states: AL, AR, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, KY, MA, MI, MT, MO, NV, NJ, NY, NC, OR, PA, TX, WA, UT, VA, WI)

Salary: $148,000–$242,000 CAD

Company

hirify.global is an AI-driven platform dedicated to reducing food waste in the grocery industry through advanced machine learning solutions.

What you will do

• Design, build, and optimize robust ETL pipelines using PySpark and DBT to process large-scale customer datasets.
• Define the technical vision for DC data architecture and lead the implementation of scalable data solutions.
• Mentor engineers and manage external contractors to ensure high-quality delivery.
• Partner with product, engineering, and applied science teams to scope and address data quality challenges.
• Develop tools and frameworks to streamline customer integrations and improve platform scalability.

Requirements

• Must be based in Canada or one of the specified US states.
• Significant experience designing and maintaining ETLs for large-scale datasets.
• Proficiency with Python, PySpark, SQL, and platforms like Databricks, Snowflake, or DBT.
• 2+ years of experience in a technical lead role with a focus on mentorship.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work with ambiguous requirements.
• Position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible remote work environment with home office and telecommunications stipends.
• Annual professional development budget for continuous learning.
• Flexible paid time off to support work-life balance.
• Mission-driven culture focused on social impact and sustainability.