Data Engineer

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Join a mission-driven team to design and scale a powerful data platform that impacts public safety through insightful analytics and robust data pipelines.

Company Description

To apply for this position you must be a U.S. Citizen, you must currently live in the U.S., you must pass an FBI background check, and you must be willing to take a drug test.

ForceMetrics™ mission is to transform data for social change. We’re striving to make a positive community impact by helping public safety and government agencies better utilize data to benefit every individual. By bringing data-driven innovation to dated systems and processes, ForceMetrics is empowering responders to make better, more informed decisions in the moment, ultimately working to solve some of the toughest societal problems.  

About the role

HOW YOU WILL HAVE IMPACT

We’re looking for a mission-driven Data Engineer to join ForceMetrics in designing, building, and scaling a power data platform that fuels insights for internal teams and external stakeholders alike. In this role, you’ll build and maintain robust, reliable data pipelines that power our product, support complex analytics, and enable data-driven decisions for our users.

As an early member of our team, you'll have a unique opportunity to shape our data engineering best practices, influence critical technical decisions, and create key areas of ownership. We’re actively seeking someone who is a self-starter, comfortable in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, and excited to contribute to a growing team with a bold mission. 

Requirements

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Develop scalable and reliable data pipelines to collect, transform, and load customer data, maintaining high standards for data integrity and quality.

  • Build, customize, and configure self-service tools to empower data consumers across the company to extract, analyze, and visualize data from internal sources
  • Continuously evaluate and refine data sources and implement processes to enhance data accuracy, completeness, and reliability
  • Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and make recommendations for new tools, metrics, and techniques to improve data engineering processes and outcomes
  • Partner with teams across the company to understand business objectives and develop analytics solutions that drive key results

WHAT YOU MUST HAVE

  • 3+ years of experience in Data Engineer or relevant role
  • 3+ years of experience with SQL and other languages (e.g. DQL, Python, etc.)
  • Proficiency with Relational Databases (i.e. Postgres, MySQL, Microsoft SQL, etc.)
  • Excellent skills in data manipulation, reverse engineering, and solving complex data challenges
  • Experience with data analysis and visualization tools such as Kibana, Tableau, or Power PI
  • Proven background designing and managing data lakes, data warehouses, and other modern scalable data technologies
  • Skills leveraging technologies like Apache Iceberg, Apache Parquet, Apache Arrow, BigQuery, and Amazon S3 to build and maintain efficient data systems
  • Highly analytical with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring data quality and integrity in every project
  • Self-starter with the ability to work autonomously, manage priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced startup environment

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU STAND OUT

  • Early stage tech startup experience
  • Passion for making a difference in the lives of many
  • Past exposure to law enforcement, public safety, or to similar data systems
  • Computer Science or Engineering degree from 4-year accredited university
  • Advanced Elasticsearch experience building search queries and aggregations
  • Experience with object-oriented design and software design patterns
  • Familiarity with data pipeline observability
  • Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or CI/CD
  • Prior experience working on an Agile/Scrum team

Benefits

WHAT WE CAN OFFER

  • A strong sense of mission for impacting real communities and solving complex societal problems
  • Work alongside other top talent in a rewarding and enjoyable culture
  • Company Equity (seed-state)
  • Medical, Dental & Life Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • 100% Remote
  • Standard holidays and paid time off
  • Salary range for this position is $90K to $120K+ DOE

About ForceMetrics

ForceMetrics was founded in 2020 to provide data analytics and enrichment applications to public safety agencies throughout the United States, with a focus on better community outcomes through data.

We're venture-backed with a diverse founding team led by Andre McGregor, computer engineer and veteran FBI Special Agent turned entrepreneur, alongside a team of data scientists, software engineers, cybersecurity experts, and business operations leaders—many of whom have been law enforcement officers themselves, and have previously built successful companies.

We have a robust set of investors and an advisory board of active/retired police chiefs, government leaders, and technology innovators.

ForceMetrics™ values diversity, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. ForceMetrics™ will not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind based on any characteristics.

Company Industry:  Information Technology & Services

Job Function:  Data Engineer

Employment Type:  Full-Time

Experience:  Entry Level, Mid to Senior Level, Executive

Education:  High School, Bachelor’s Degree

Perks & Benefits Extracted with AI

  • Health Insurance: Medical, Dental & Life Insurance
  • Retirement Plan: 401(k)
  • Paid Time Off: Standard holidays and paid time off

ForceMetrics™ mission is to transform data for social change. We’re striving to make a positive community impact by helping public safety and government agencies better utilize data to benefit every individual. By bringing data-driven innovation to dated systems and processes, ForceMetrics is empowering responders to make better, more informed decisions in the moment, ultimately working to solve some of the toughest societal problems.Join our teamOur team is driven by a passion for complex challenges, combined with a desire to make a difference. We are dedicated to our mission and provide our team members with the chance to utilize their skills to achieve significant, impactful results.Competitive PackageWe offer competitive salaries, equity, 401k, and always reward hard work.Professional GrowthFurther your development with professional courses and resources.Fully RemoteWe're a nationwide team, work from your home, or anywhere you like.Parental LeaveWe're here to support you and your family with the time you need.Flexible PTOWe encourage time off and trust our team to take it as they wish.Work that MattersKnow you're making an impact, helping to create safer communities.Our Commitment to Diversity and InclusionAt ForceMetrics, we know that diversity, equity, and inclusion are vital to our success. We strive to create a welcoming work environment where all team members feel valued and respected. We recognize the unique perspectives and experiences that each person brings to the table, and are committed to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. By valuing diversity and promoting equity, we can not only create a better workplace, but also drive innovation and better serve the communities we’re doing this work for.

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