Data Engineering Lead

At Similarweb, we are revolutionizing the way businesses interact with the digital world by revealing to them everything that happens online. 

Our unique data and solutions empower over 4,300 customers globally, including industry giants like Google, eBay, and Adidas, to make game-changing decisions that drive their digital strategies. In 2021, we went public on the New York Stock Exchange and continue reaching new heights! Come work alongside Similarwebbers who are bright, curious, practical, and good people.

Currently we’re looking for a Team Lead for our Data Extraction Team!

The Data Extraction team is one of the core teams in Similarweb’s data acquisition operation. As a team lead, you will lead a team of Backend/Data engineers who will be the owners of some of the company’s core datasets. The team will be responsible for the entire lifecycle of collecting data from various sources, such as web scraping, API integrations, and data partnerships. As part of your role, you will work with multiple different stakeholders in R&D to identify data needs, define data requirements, productionize the extraction process, and deliver quality data to your consumers.

The team is part of a growing and expanding domain, presenting the opportunity to take part in some of the company’s future projects.

What you will do:

• Lead a Growing Team: Manage and prioritize the work of the engineers in your team, assigning them to different projects and deliveries. 
• Design Data Pipelines: Engineer data pipelines using state-of-the-art technologies. 
• Analyze Requirements: Collaborate with product managers and other teams to analyze product requirements and plan roadmaps. 📅
• Hands-on Involvement: Actively participate in your team’s projects. 👩‍💻
• Innovate: Engage in thinking groups, create innovative POCs, and discover new technologies and data sources. 💡
• Communicate: Represent your team’s datasets and capabilities to other stakeholders in the company. 🤝
• Develop Skills: Mentor and provide feedback to help your team members develop their skills and career paths at Similarweb. 

What We’re Looking For:

• Backend Development Experience: 5+ years of experience in software backend development using big-data technologies (e.g. MapReduce, Spark, Hive, etc). 💻
• Project Leadership: 2+ years of experience leading data engineering projects. 📈
• Cloud Infrastructure: Experience with cloud infrastructure such as AWS or GCP. ☁️
• Strong Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills. 🗣️
• Agile Methodology: Experience in Agile development methodology. 🏃‍♂️

Why Join Us?

• Impact😎: Work with the most powerful digital intelligence platform in the world, loved by both customers and employees.
• Innovation🚀: We encourage open dialogue and empower employees to bring their ideas to the table, fostering meaningful change within the organization.
• Hybrid Work Model: Enjoy the best of both worlds with our hybrid work model - 3 days in our vibrant office and 2 days working remotely🏡.
• Our Office: Step into our brand new, modern office located in the dynamic DOCK IN area (Prague 8). Fully equipped with stand desks, comfortable chairs & monitors, plus drinks, snacks 🥪, and fruits 🍎. Designed to inspire focus and collaboration, with space for social activities and recreation✨.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Your well-being is a priority! We provide 5 weeks of vacation, an extra day off on your birthday month, competitive compensation, and much more 😎!
• State-of-the-art Tech Stack: 👩🏻‍💻 We adopt innovation using the latest technologies and the best hardware (latest, most powerful MacBook Pro M3).
• Team Events: At Similarweb, we believe in community power. We organize team-building events, parties, and company events multiple times a year, plus weekly lunches or happy hours 🎉.
• Access to Equity Programs💸: Share in Similarweb's success by becoming a shareholder in the company.
• Career Growth: Interested in becoming a VP or transitioning to a different department? With Career Week, personalized coaching, and ongoing learning solutions, you have all the tools and opportunities to develop your career here🚀.

📧 Apply today and be a key player in Similarweb’s data journey!

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