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Data Engineer

Gridware · San Francisco, CA · Hybrid

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About Gridware

With more than 90 million field hours and counting, Gridware is already detecting the small changes that lead to big problems.Together with utility companies, we’re preventing hazards from causing harm. We’re helping crews restore power quickly and safely.... Backed by Sequoia and Y Combinator.

About the role

As a Data Engineer at Gridware, you’ll help build and maintain the pipelines and data systems powering our Active Grid Response platform. You’ll work closely with cross-functional engineers to ensure telemetry, sensor data, and operational information flows reliably through our Lakehouse and into analytics and monitoring tools. This is a hands-on, high-growth role ideal for engineers ready to deepen their expertise in distributed data systems.

What they're looking for

  • 2–4 years of experience as a Data Engineer (or Backend Engineer with heavy data exposure)
  • Strong proficiency in Python and SQL
  • Familiarity with data warehouses, Lakehouse platforms, or big data tools (Databricks, Spark, or equivalent)
  • Experience with pipeline orchestration tools (Airflow, Dagster, Prefect, etc.)
  • Understanding of event-driven systems or streaming platforms (Kafka, Kinesis, Pub/Sub)
  • Solid foundation in data modeling, testing, and version control
More about this role

About Gridware

Gridware is a San Francisco-based technology company dedicated to protecting and enhancing the electrical grid. We pioneered a groundbreaking new class of grid management called active grid response (AGR), focused on monitoring the electrical, physical, and environmental aspects of the grid that affect reliability and safety. Gridware’s advanced Active Grid Response platform uses high-precision sensors to detect potential issues early, enabling proactive maintenance and fault mitigation. This comprehensive approach helps improve safety, reduce outages, and ensure the grid operates efficiently. The company is backed by climate-tech and Silicon Valley investors. For more information, please visit www.Gridware.io .

Role Overview

As a Data Engineer at Gridware, you’ll help build and maintain the pipelines and data systems powering our Active Grid Response platform. You’ll work closely with cross-functional engineers to ensure telemetry, sensor data, and operational information flows reliably through our Lakehouse and into analytics and monitoring tools. This is a hands-on, high-growth role ideal for engineers ready to deepen their expertise in distributed data...

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