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Data Engineer I

Global travel technology company powering travel brands like Expedia, Hotels.com, Vrbo, and more through industry-leading technology solutions.
$87,500 - $122,500
Data
Entry-Level Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
1+ year of experience
Travel · Enterprise SaaS
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Job Description

Expedia Group is seeking a Data Engineer I to join their Customer Data Platform (CDP) team, focused on building the travel industry's premier platform for customer identification, personalization, AI, recommendations, and targeted marketing. This entry-level role offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies in a global travel technology company.

The position involves building scalable real-time data solutions using modern cloud technologies, particularly AWS. You'll be working on critical data pipelines and microservices that power Expedia Group's various travel brands. The role requires strong programming skills in languages like Java, Python, or Scala, along with experience in distributed systems and cloud architectures.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone starting their data engineering career, offering exposure to big data technologies, cloud platforms, and AI/ML systems. The role comes with competitive compensation ($87,500-$122,500) and comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, travel perks, and flexible work arrangements.

Working in Seattle's tech hub, you'll be part of a dynamic team that shapes how millions of travelers experience the world. Expedia Group's inclusive culture, guided by their Values and Leadership Agreements, ensures a welcoming environment where diversity is celebrated and career growth is supported through various development resources.

The hybrid work model requires three days in the office, allowing for both collaborative work and flexibility. This role is perfect for someone passionate about both technology and travel, offering the unique opportunity to work with global teams while building solutions that impact travelers worldwide.

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Responsibilities For Data Engineer I

  • Design, build, and support scalable data solutions for self-service consumption using cloud-based technologies
  • Build large scale real-time data pipelines, microservices and APIs on AWS platform
  • Write clean, efficient, and thoroughly tested code
  • Develop and maintain technical design documentation
  • Work effectively with distributed multi-functional teams
  • Promote good development methodologies through code reviews and tech talks

Requirements For Data Engineer I

Java
Python
Scala
Kafka
  • Bachelor's or master's degree in a related technical field with 0-2 years of experience
  • Experience in Java, Scala, Python, or similar languages
  • SQL knowledge
  • Experience with distributed systems and processing frameworks (Flink, Spark, Kafka)
  • Experience with cloud architectures like AWS, Azure
  • Knowledge of monitoring tools like Splunk, Datadog
  • Experience with NoSQL and SQL databases including MongoDB or Elastic Search
  • Exposure to GenAI tech and LLM models

Benefits For Data Engineer I

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
  • Medical/dental/vision insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellness & travel reimbursement
  • Travel discounts
  • IATAN membership
  • Flexible work model
  • Parental leave