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2U

About 2U

Empowering learners through innovative online education

🏢 Tech👥 1001+ employees📅 Founded 2008📍 Crystal City, Arlington, VA💰 $95.9m⭐ 2.8
B2BEducationSaaS

Key Highlights

  • Over 230 educational partners including Lancaster University
  • Served 40 million+ learners globally
  • $95.9M raised in Series D funding
  • Acquired edX to expand digital education offerings

2U is a leading global online learning platform headquartered in Crystal City, Arlington, VA, that partners with over 230 educational institutions to provide high-quality digital education. Following its acquisition of edX, 2U has expanded its offerings to include free courses and full degrees, serv...

🎁 Benefits

2U offers a comprehensive benefits package including an Employee Stock Purchase Program, generous parental leave, medical, vision, and dental coverage...

🌟 Culture

2U's culture emphasizes educational accessibility and innovation, leveraging its partnership with edX to provide diverse learning opportunities. The c...

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2U

Data Engineer III

2U • Cape Town, South Africa

Posted 2d agoSeniorData engineer📍 Cape town
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Skills & Technologies

EtlData integrationData storageData transformationData governance

Overview

2U is seeking a Senior Data Engineer III to architect and maintain robust data technology systems across the Modern Data Stack. You'll work with ETL processes and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact data products.

Job Description

Who you are

You have 5+ years of experience in data engineering, with a strong focus on building and maintaining data pipelines. Your expertise in the Modern Data Stack allows you to design and implement robust ETL/ELT processes that ensure data integrity and accessibility across the organization. You are hands-on and capable of diving deep into any part of the stack, executing complex technical work efficiently while mentoring junior team members. Your collaborative spirit enables you to work closely with Analytics Engineers and Product Managers, ensuring that data products meet the needs of various stakeholders.

You possess a deep understanding of data integration, storage, transformation, and governance principles. Your architectural foresight helps you identify opportunities for technical and infrastructure innovation, and you are committed to maturing the code base and development processes within your team. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are motivated by the mission to unlock human potential through education.

Desirable

Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or GCP is a plus, as is familiarity with data visualization tools. You are comfortable working in a collaborative environment and are eager to share your knowledge with others. A background in education technology or a passion for improving digital education will set you apart.

What you'll do

As a Senior Data Engineer III at 2U, you will be responsible for architecting, implementing, and maintaining data technology systems that support our mission to deliver world-class digital education. You will design and build scalable, high-performance ETL/ELT data pipelines that integrate data from various sources, ensuring that our analytics and reporting capabilities are robust and reliable. Your role will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize data workflows and deliver high-impact data products that drive decision-making across the organization.

You will lead technical discussions and provide guidance to junior and intermediate data engineers, fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement within the team. Your contributions will directly impact the efficiency and effectiveness of our data operations, helping to eliminate the back row in education by making data-driven insights accessible to all stakeholders.

What we offer

At 2U, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. You will be part of a mission-driven organization that values innovation and collaboration, working alongside talented individuals who share your passion for education. Join us in our mission to unlock human potential and make a meaningful impact in the world of digital education.

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