Data Engineer

About the Role:

At PitchBook, we believe that the Data Operations team plays a vital role in setting us apart from our competitors. We take immense pride in providing top-quality data to our customers, while also being accountable, collaborative, and receptive to feedback. Our team members are highly engaged, detail-oriented, and always eager to learn and grow as our industry evolves.

Our reputation for excellence is a direct result of our deep commitment to building the world's best private market database, and we recognize the importance of investing in our team members from day one. That's why we offer specialized training and a mentorship program that is tailored specifically to the needs of the Data Operations team.

We value and celebrate the diverse perspectives, talents, and experiences of our team members and recognize the importance of building trust and strong cross-functional partnerships. If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity to take your career to new heights, we invite you to join us at PitchBook.

As a Data Engineer, you will work across a global team of analysts and data operation associates to develop new data technologies for Data Operations at PitchBook. We're looking for a person who can combine proficiency in data engineering technologies (SQL, Python, R, Tableau, Power BI) with an operational mindset and deliver powerful new data processing tools to the team. You will also spend time learning PitchBook's data operations processes and methodologies, establishing the process knowledge necessary to develop effective data solutions.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Develop data pipelines that automate data sourcing and processing
• Develop programs to synchronize technology and human-powered processes
• Design and maintain database and data warehousing solutions
• Develop automated reports to monitor and track data pipelines (Power BI, Tableau)
• Work alongside Data Operations teams to augment core technologies
• Serve as a data and engineering SME on cross-functional Data Operations initiatives

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Business, Finance, Engineering, Statistics, Computer Science, or related fields
• 2+ years of relevant experience working experience as a Data Engineer, Business Intelligence Engineer, and/or Data Analyst
• Advanced SQL skills, with experience querying large datasets from multiple sources and developing automated reporting
• Intermediate Python skills with experience in scripting, web scraping, optical character recognition, data manipulation, and extract, transform, and load
• Knowledge of statistical methods and regression analysis
• Proficiency in Tableau or Power BI (both is a plus)
• Excellent Microsoft Office/PC skills, Advanced Excel experience analyzing data and creating daily, weekly, and monthly reports
• Ability to display complex quantitative data in a simple, intuitive format and to present findings in a clear and concise manner
• Capable of investigating, familiarizing, and mastering new data sets quickly
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate complex data issues correctly and clearly to both internal and external customers

Benefits + Compensation at PitchBook:

Physical Health

• Comprehensive health benefits
• Additional medical wellness incentives
• STD, LTD, AD&D, and life insurance

Emotional Health

• Paid sabbatical program after four years
• Paid family and paternity leave
• Annual educational stipend
• Ability to apply for tuition reimbursement
• CFA exam stipend
• Robust training programs on industry and soft skills
• Employee assistance program
• Generous allotment of vacation days, sick days, and volunteer days

Social Health

• Matching gifts program
• Employee resource groups
• Subsidized emergency childcare
• Dependent Care FSA
• Company-wide events
• Employee referral bonus program
• Quarterly team building events

Financial Health

• 401k match
• Shared ownership employee stock program
• Monthly transportation stipend

*Please be aware the above PitchBook benefit and perk offerings are subject to corresponding plan and policy documents and may change during the course of your employment.

Compensation

• Annual base salary: $120,000-$135,450
• Target annual bonus percentage: 10%

Working Conditions:

At the heart of our company is a belief in the power of in-person collaboration. Being together in the office fuels our creativity, strengthens our connections, and drives the innovation that sets us apart. Our culture is built on spontaneous moments-those hallway conversations, whiteboard brainstorms, and shared celebrations in each of our global offices-that simply can't be replicated remotely. This role is expected to be in the office 5 days a week.

The job conditions for this position are in a standard office setting. Employees in this position use PC and phone on an on-going basis throughout the day. Limited corporate travel may be required to remote offices or other business meetings and events.

Life At PB:

We are consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work and our culture is at the heart of our success. It's our fundamental belief that people do and create great things and that people are the cornerstone of prosperity. We believe that proactively seeking out different points of view, listening to others, learning, and reflecting on what we've heard creates a sense of belonging within PitchBook and strengthens the PitchBook community.

We are excited to get to know you and your background. Concerned that you might not meet every requirement? We encourage you to still apply as you might be the right candidate for the role or other roles at PitchBook.

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