Join Thumbtack as Our New Data Engineer

At Thumbtack, we understand that a home is often the biggest investment in a person’s life. This is why we have developed an essential app to help homeowners manage their properties efficiently, knowing exactly what needs to be done, when to do it, and who to hire. With a presence in every U.S. county, Thumbtack has facilitated over 80 million projects and has gathered more than 10 million 5-star reviews, supporting both homeowners and professionals financially and operationally through our innovative platform.

We are on a mission to revolutionize home care, driven by our core values of advocating for our professionals and customers, embracing change, and fostering teamwork. If you're passionate about making a tangible impact and contributing to a service that supports local economies, small businesses, and provides peace of mind to homeowners, Thumbtack is where you can do great things.

About the Engineering Team at Thumbtack

Our engineering team at Thumbtack is at the forefront of tackling diverse challenges - from enhancing search and booking experiences to optimizing economic models and building sophisticated tools for business growth. We pride ourselves on teamwork, transparency, and ownership. Dive deeper into our innovative projects by visiting our .

Role Overview: Data Engineer

As a Data Engineer at Thumbtack, your role will be pivotal in transforming data into action. You'll collaborate with product teams and engineers company-wide, enhancing our marketplace's intelligence and efficiency. Expect to engage in meaningful projects such as designing next-generation data warehouses with DBT, developing advanced data validation techniques, and modeling critical business metrics.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain robust data pipelines in alignment with our dynamic product needs.
• Architect, build, and oversee reporting frameworks that organize vast data sets into actionable intelligence.
• Ensure high standards of data quality and integrity across key business domains.
• Collaborate extensively with stakeholders across the company to support strategic goals and rapid product development.

What We're Looking for:

We welcome candidates who might not meet every single requirement. If you're enthusiastic about joining, feel confident to apply. We value potential and passion as much as skills and experience.

• Minimum 2 years in data engineering or a related field, with hands-on experience in building and managing data solutions and business intelligence.
• Proficiency in ETL pipeline construction, SQL, and familiarity with programming languages such as Python or Scala.
• Advanced knowledge in data warehouse design and management, ideally with platforms like Google BigQuery, Amazon Redshift, or Snowflake.
• Strong collaborational skills and the ability to engage effectively with diverse teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Business Intelligence tools like Tableau, Mode, or Looker.
• Background in handling semi-structured or unstructured data within a data lake environment.
• Prior experience in a tech-driven marketplace or consumer technology sector is a plus.
• Proficiency in orchestrating real-time data pipelines and metric reporting.

Benefits & Perks at Thumbtack

• Flexible, virtual-first work environment with WiFi and cell phone reimbursements.
• Generous holiday schedule and a library hub for collaboration in San Francisco.
• Comprehensive support through our Employee Assistance Program for mental health and well-being.

Excited about what we're building at Thumbtack? Apply today and contribute to our mission of transforming the local service industry and improving the lives of millions. Learn more about our culture and benefits by visiting our and keep up-to-date with us on .

Thumbtack is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. For accommodation requests during the application process, please contact [email protected].

Location: Flexible across approved locations in the United States, Canada, or the Philippines. For salary details and specific job-related inquiries, please refer to our official job posting or contact our recruitment team.