Senior Data Engineer
Who We Are
We are changing the norm by being customer focused, technology led.
viaPhoton is on a mission to revolutionize how critical digital infrastructure is manufactured and deployed. Modern data centers need fiber optic solutions delivered in weeks — not months—whether that’s for AI infrastructure or the cloud.
In 5 years, we’ve grown to a team of 150+, and earned the trust of top cloud service providers. We're in the first innings of our journey -- our ambition is to become the market leader of the $40+ BN connectivity industry.
This role offers significant ownership and responsibility. We’re looking for individuals who thrive in high-impact environments, are hungry to learn, and are energized by their contribution to the company and their own growth potential.
If you’re excited to solve next-level problems in a fast-paced setting and help shape the future of innovation, we’d love to hear from you!
What You Will Do
We're seeking a data engineer to join the finance team and help build the data infrastructure that powers our strategic decision-making. You will be our analytics Swiss Army knife—building and automating end‐to‐end data pipelines, AI/ML models, and reporting workflows that power finance, operations, and engineering decisions. We're looking for someone who’s not only excited about building robust data systems, but also deeply curious about AI and rapidly evolving technologies — you’ll build tools that drive automation and deliver insights across our company.
- Architect and automate scalable ETL pipelines—integrating ERP, BOM/MES, shipping, and unstructured data
- Embed AI/ML into workflows to slash manual work and surface key insights
- Deliver daily/weekly dashboards and reports that guide C-suite decisions
- Scale our analytics platform for real-time forecasting and ad-hoc analysis
- Own end-to-end technology—from design through delivery
- Perform additional duties as requested
What You Will Bring
- 5+ years building data platforms (B2B/manufacturing a plus)
- Advanced in SQL, Python (or Scala), ETL frameworks
- A track record of embedding AI/ML to boost efficiency
- A bias for action: you own projects end-to-end and iterate fast
- A growth mindset that thrives on new challenges and shifting priorities
We seek candidates who will be culture contributors and who align with our core values:
- Fearless Innovation we are pioneers unafraid to change the norm in relentless pursuit of better
- Forward Together we believe that when we work together toward a collective goal, we all succeed
- Integrity Over Everything we believe in long term relationships and doing what is right, always
- Nimble, Always we are solutions obsessed, move fast, and stay nimble
- Be the Bar we set our own standard of excellence and hold ourselves to it
What We Offer
🚀 Cutting-Edge Technology – Opportunities to work on the forefront of fiber optic technology.
🌍 Professional Development – We’re committed to your growth, offering resources, career development, and a culture where your voice is heard.
🎉 Fun Team Environment – Team bonding events to keep us connected.
🏖️ Flexible Paid Time Off – Take time when you need it, with PTO that grows over time plus 10 paid holidays, including two floating holidays to use at your discretion
💼 401(k) Match – We offer company match to help you plan for your future.
🏥 Benefits Overview-- To view our comprehensive benefits package CLICK HERE
Ready to Build the Future? Apply now
At viaPhoton, we are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. We reinforce this through our core values and beliefs as well as our processes and strategic goals. We remind team members to seek various viewpoints, learn and be hungry with curiosity, and gain trust.
- Department
- Finance
- Locations
- New York
- Yearly salary
- 135,000
- Onsite Position
- Yes

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