Senior Data Engineer V2

This Senior Data Engineer role at Webcreek is based in Houston, Texas and focuses on designing, building, and supporting enterprise-grade backend and data solutions. The position combines Python and API development with data architecture, ETL, event-driven systems, and production operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, maintain, and support backend services and data solutions using Python.
• Build and consume RESTful APIs, with hands-on development experience using FastAPI.
• Design and implement enterprise-level data architecture aligned to business and technical requirements.
• Work with relational databases, including writing, optimizing, and troubleshooting SQL queries.
• Support and apply non-relational database technologies when appropriate to the use case.
• Design and implement custom ETL pipelines and event-driven systems at scale.
• Collaborate with application teams, data teams, business analysts, QA teams, and stakeholders to deliver reliable technical solutions.
• Support CI/CD and development automation using tools such as GitHub and Jenkins.
• Use the Elastic Stack (including Elasticsearch, Kibana, and APM) for log aggregation, search, monitoring, and application performance visibility.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues related to APIs, databases, data flows, performance, and system reliability.
• Use AI-assisted development tools to support software design, code generation, research, and technical decision-making.
• Maintain code quality, documentation, and best practices for backend, API, and data engineering work.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in data engineering, backend development, or enterprise data application development.
• Strong proficiency in Python and Python fundamentals.
• Hands-on experience building and consuming RESTful APIs.
• Required experience with FastAPI.
• Solid experience with relational databases and strong SQL skills, including the ability to write, optimize, and troubleshoot queries.
• Working knowledge of non-relational database technologies and appropriate use cases.
• Experience designing and implementing ETL pipelines.
• Experience with event-driven architecture and scalable data workflows.
• Familiarity with CI/CD practices and tools such as GitHub and Jenkins.
• Familiarity with the Elastic Stack, including Elasticsearch, Kibana, and APM.
• Strong analytical, debugging, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, understand complex systems, and deliver high-quality solutions.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with technical and business stakeholders.

Technologies

Python, FastAPI, REST API, SQL, ETL, event-driven architecture, CI/CD, GitHub, Jenkins, Elasticsearch, Kibana, APM.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience working in oil and gas, energy, or enterprise data environments.
• Familiarity with oil and gas operations or industry-specific data concepts.
• Experience supporting production systems and business-critical applications.
• Experience with AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor, or similar platforms.
• Experience with cloud platforms is a plus, though the role is not primarily focused on cloud infrastructure.

Benefits

• Full-time position in a quickly growing company.
• Competitive salary with regular revisions.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan and comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• In-house IT training and certifications through WebCreek University.
• Flexible work environment within a diverse, international team.
• Wellness programs and exclusive “workcation” opportunities for top performers.

Location and Work Model

On-site in Houston, TX. Relocation candidates are encouraged to apply.