Cuesta Partners is looking for a Data Engineer with an interest in consulting, to work with our broad base of clients on various engagements, delivering data environments quickly using modern technologies and best practices.
As a member of our data practice, you will have the unique opportunity to shape and build various green field areas, making a lasting impact on our clients’ data landscape. Collaborating closely with leadership, you will play a key role in ingesting data for strategic business domains that can benefit from analytical insights. Your mission will be to deliver end-to-end data solutions, leveraging your expertise to unlock valuable insights and drive actionable decisions. As the driving force behind the acquisition and transformation of data sets, your contribution will be key to unlocking analytics insights from our client’s data.
You will ensure the data pipelines are scalable, secure, and cater to the needs of multiple business units. Your expertise in developing and optimizing data pipelines will be instrumental in driving our data-driven initiatives forward. This role ensures that development follows standards, specifications, controls, audits, and procedures to ensure data integrity, quality, accuracy, usefulness, and timeliness. While the role is remote, occasional though infrequent travel to the United States may be required for some critical sessions.
What We're Looking For
3- 5 years of relevant experience as a Data Engineering Professional
Significant development and querying experience in SQL
Experience with ETL tools such as Keboola, FiveTran, Matillion, DBT, SSIS, Alteryx, etc
Experience with Snowflake, SQL Server, or other data warehouse technologies such as BigQuery, AWS Aurora/Redshift, Microsoft Synapse, or Oracle
Expertise in relational databases, database structures and design, systems design, data management, and data warehouse; advanced programming skills
Proficiency in data processing and scripting languages such as Python or R
Expertise in data modeling, including knowledge of various data structures and their advantages and disadvantages in certain use cases
Capability to think critically and solve problems
Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities
A bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or computer & information science is necessary
Expertise in Spark, Hadoop, NoSQL and other big data tools considered a plus
You MUST be located in Bogotá, Medellín, Barranquilla, or Cali.
What You'll Do
Technical Expertise
Develop data pipelines: develop code for data ingestion interfaces to meet specifications required by analytics teams, following best practices, company standards, and adhering to data models outlined by data architects – making design recommendations as appropriate
Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, identifying new tools and practices that can help the company achieve its strategic goals
Establish close communication with team members to align best practices, exchange information effectively, and collaborate for continuous improvement
Quickly triage and diagnose system or performance issues and support the business during critical downtimes and releases
Act as the technical expert, proposing solutions to roadblocks, outlining dependencies/constraints, and escalating problems as appropriate
Development Leadership
Establish consistent communication mechanisms with project delivery teams
Support the business during critical downtimes and releases
Follow all IT auditing and systems access control processes
Support interfaces as necessary through troubleshooting, bug-fix, and escalations
Mentor junior developers to improve team performance and empower others
Establish relationships across the organization to build networks and leverage experts
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
Comprehensive Health Plan: Prepaid health coverage for you and your immediate family.
Team Engagement Activities: Fun and meaningful events to connect and grow together.
Annual Performance Bonus: Recognition and reward for your hard work.
Growth Opportunities: Career development and advancement within the company.
Flexible Work: Hybrid model with mostly remote work and one day per week in the office for team connection.
Paid Time Off & Holidays: Generous leave to recharge and spend time with loved ones.
…and more! Additional perks and initiatives to make your experience at Cuesta Partners even better.
Skills Required
- 3-5 years of relevant data engineering experience
- Significant development and querying experience in SQL
- Experience with ETL tools (Keboola, FiveTran, etc.)
- Experience with Snowflake, SQL Server, or other data warehouse technologies
- Proficiency in data processing languages like Python or R
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field
What We Do
We believe in the power of technology to create sustained, differentiated advantage. Our firm helps organizational leaders understand and use emerging digital solutions to drive value across their business. Technology has become an accelerating source of competitive divergence – Cuesta helps companies capitalize on this opportunity with a pragmatic, hands-on approach. Our team has scaled and operated companies across several industries, launching technology solutions focused on delivering business value. We believe the truth is in the details and projects are successful when the work is done the right way. At Cuesta, we are building the firm where we always wanted to work. We challenge convention, work efficiently, and seek ongoing personal growth. Our team supports each other and laughs together. We value diversity, creativity, humility, and perseverance.
