Senior Data Engineer
Beam ImpactUnited States
Posted February 12, 2026
176000 - 198000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Beam Impact transforms traditional loyalty programs into a social impact engine, redirecting approximately 1% of every purchase from 130+ mission‑driven brands—including Instacart, Roots Canada, and Parade—toward high‑impact nonprofits at no extra cost to consumers. By providing a curated, transparent selection of charities that align with brand values, Beam empowers customers to see the direct impact of their spending, driving measurable business outcomes such as a 17% lift in cart completion, a 15% increase in average order value, and a 30% rise in repeat purchases within 90 days. The company’s platform has already funded over 7 million meals, prevented more than 2 million pounds of CO₂, and supported the removal of 10,000 pounds of plastic from oceans, illustrating its tangible contributions to global well‑being. Recognized by TechCrunch, Forbes 30 Under 30 for Social Impact, SXSW, and Cannes Lions, Beam Impact uniquely blends consumer loyalty with real‑world impact, positioning itself as a pioneer in socially responsible e‑commerce.
Job Description
We're looking for a Senior Data Engineer to join our Engineering team and work on our data platform, infrastructure, and processes that power our business intelligence. You'll have a high level of impact on our continued success and work with a wide range of open source data technologies.
Requirements
- 4+ years as a Data Engineer or Senior Data Engineer utilizing Python and SQL to develop data intensive applications or insights
- Experience working on production-level data systems in a collaborative team environment
- Proficient with Python and SQL
- Proficient with relational databases, particularly PostgreSQL
- Experience with Apache Airflow for task orchestration
- Experience using a Business Intelligence tool, like Tableau
- Familiar with fundamental development principles and processes such as observability, performance optimization, continuous integration, automated testing, and cloud infrastructure
- Familiar with distributed computing architecture, data warehouse and data lake storage patterns
- Strong communication skills with the ability to explain and advocate for technical projects to non-technical roles
Benefits
- Expected annual compensation range: $176,000-198,000 USD
- Base salary $160,000-180,000 USD
- Up to 10% annual bonus based entirely on individual performance
- Stock options
- 50% match on 401k contributions of up to 6% of base salary
- $100 monthly wellness stipend
- $750 annual professional development budget
