Senior Data Engineer Remote, United States

About the Role

Location : Remote, United States

Role Type : Full-Time

Reporting to : Lead Data Scientist

Compensation : $110,000 to $150,000 per year

We're looking for a highly capable and pragmatic Senior Data Engineer who thrives in environments where they can take initiative, wear multiple hats, and turn ambiguity into action. This is a deeply hands-on role for someone eager to help shape our next-generation infrastructure. As the sole data engineer on our team, you will have true ownership over designing the architecture, pipelines, and models that power every critical function at CodePath—from student success analytics to business intelligence to AI-driven personalization. Check out our platform overview.

As the first Senior Data Engineer at CodePath, you will :

• Lead the design and development of a modern, scalable data platform that fuels analytics, data science, and ML
• Work cross-functionally with engineers, data scientists, and business leaders on high-impact projects
• Help build the foundation for data systems that directly enable student success, program outcomes, and organizational growth

This is a unique opportunity to :

Be the architect of CodePath's first modern data platform

Partner closely with leadership to deliver insights that shape our strategy

Ensure our 30,000+ students and alumni are supported with the infrastructure to thrive in the AI-native workforce

Every pipeline you build and every model you optimize will ripple across an organization supporting tens of thousands of students, alumni, and partners, making this one of the highest-impact roles you'll find. This is your chance to take full ownership of a greenfield data engineering function—designing, building, and scaling systems that will serve as the backbone of CodePath's future.

Key Activities

Work closely with engineers, data scientists, and business stakeholders to scope, prioritize, and deliver data solutions

Key Success Metrics

Qualifications

Preferable Qualifications

Compensation

CodePath has standardized salaries based on the position's level, no matter where you live. For this role, we're hiring for a Senior level position at an annual salary of $110,000 to $150,000. Salary is determined based on your relevant experience and skills as evaluated through our interview process.

Full-Time Employee Benefits

This is a 100% remote position—work from anywhere in the U.S.! CodePath prioritizes employee well-being with a competitive benefits package to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance.

Health & Wellness : Medical, dental, and vision insurance (90% employer-covered for employees and dependents), employer-funded healthcare reimbursement, FSAs, and Employee Assistance Program

Financial Security : 401(k), employer-paid life & disability insurance, and identity theft protection

Work-Life Balance : Generous PTO, paid holidays, 10 weeks of fully paid parental leave, and an annual year-end company closure (Dec 24 – Jan 2)

Professional Growth : $1,000 annual professional development stipend and home office setup support

Student Loan Forgiveness : CodePath is a qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), helping employees manage student loan debt

Pay range

$110,000 - $150,000 USD

EEO Statement : CodePath is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. Applications from all backgrounds are welcome.

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