Who we are
SeekWell is the parent company of 1-800 Contacts, Luna, and Hello Eyes. Our goal is to make it simpler, easier, and more accessible for people to get the vision care they need. We maintain the legendary, award-winning culture 1-800 Contacts started almost 30 years ago and continue to develop innovative, pioneering products and businesses that make consumers cheer and optometrists squirm. We’re owned by KKR – one of the world’s largest and most successful private equity investment companies. We’ve built an excellent company and changed an industry by putting the customer first, always. The best is yet to come!
Why you want this job
As a Data Engineer / Developer, you will play a pivotal role in building and optimizing the data infrastructure necessary to support organizational analytics, governance, and decision-making. This role combines hands-on data engineering and database administration with the opportunity to influence long-term data strategy. You’ll work across business lines, solving critical data architecture challenges and collaborating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Leveraging your expertise in SQL, Python, and modern data platforms like Snowflake and Databricks, you’ll develop scalable systems to enhance data maturity and governance, organize fragmented data processes, and build tools to monitor and manage data quality. This role is ideal for someone passionate about transforming complex data environments into secure, reliable systems that drive business insights.
What you’ll do
- Design and implement scalable data architecture to improve data quality, discoverability, and governance.
- Build, maintain, and optimize ETL pipelines and data warehouses (e.g., Snowflake, Databricks).
- Write and manage advanced SQL queries, Python scripts, and other tools to monitor and track data/schema across systems.
- Act as the go-to resource for data-related issues across the organization, helping various business units solve data challenges.
- Collaborate with data managers, engineering teams, and other stakeholders to align data strategies with business needs.
- Develop robust systems to track and monitor the flow, security, and integrity of data throughout the organization.
- Work on strategic projects to establish a company-wide framework for data governance and compliance.
What you'll need
Minimum Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in database administration, SQL, and data engineering roles.
- Proficient in Python, SQL, and modern data warehouse platforms like Snowflake and Databricks.
- Hands-on experience with SQL Server and other relational databases.
- Demonstrated ability to design and build ETL pipelines and data warehouses.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced SQL and Python skills for scripting and analytics.
- Experience building scalable data models and monitoring solutions.
- Familiarity with enterprise-level data governance and compliance strategies.
- Proven success delivering databases, reports, and analytics tools that drive organizational value.
Why we will love you
- You have a meticulous approach to data governance, ensuring data assets are accurately tracked, secure, and compliant.
- You demonstrate an ability to bridge the gap between technical and business requirements, creating impactful data governance strategies.
- You’re passionate about data security, consistently applying best practices and leading initiatives that protect sensitive information.
- You thrive on building relationships with business leaders, enabling a shared understanding of data management best practices.
- You bring a proactive, solution-oriented mindset, helping the organization continuously improve its data governance practices.
- You enjoy mentoring and guiding team members, helping foster a collaborative, high-performing environment focused on data excellence.
Perks
- Free eye exams for your entire family
- Deep discounts on lenses, glasses, and other services
- Amazing healthcare coverage
- 401(k) match
- Flexible PTO
- Tuition reimbursement program
- In-house restaurant with highly discounted meals (Steak dinner under $6)
- Free snacks, ice cream, and drinks every day
- Full onsite gym
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
#LI-Hybrid
Top Skills
What We Do
As the world's largest contact lens store, 1-800 CONTACTS is dedicated to providing you with a simple, hassle-free way to replace your contact lenses. At 1-800 CONTACTS, you will receive the exact same contact lenses your doctor prescribed, delivered to your door, at a great price. And with an inventory of more than 15 million contacts, we are more likely to have your prescription in stock than anyone else, which means you'll receive your contacts fast.
