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Senior Data Engineer - Remote Opportunity with Southwest Airlines - $25/Hour

Remote, USA Full-time Posted 2025-11-03

Join the Innovative Team at Southwest Airlines as a Senior Data Engineer

Are you a highly skilled and motivated data professional looking for a challenging and rewarding remote opportunity? Southwest Airlines is seeking a talented Senior Data Engineer to join our dynamic team of innovators and contribute to shaping the future of our technology. As a Senior Data Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing, building, and maintaining large-scale data systems, leveraging your expertise in data engineering, architecture, and analytics to drive business growth and improvement.

About Southwest Airlines

Southwest Airlines is a leading American airline known for its commitment to customer satisfaction, employee engagement, and community involvement. With a strong focus on innovation and technology, we are constantly seeking talented professionals to join our team and help us drive success. Our company culture is built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and teamwork, and we strive to create a work environment that is inclusive, supportive, and empowering.

Job Summary

We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Data Engineer to join our team of technology professionals. As a Senior Data Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining large-scale data systems, leveraging your expertise in data engineering, architecture, and analytics to drive business growth and improvement. This is a remote opportunity, allowing you to work from anywhere in the United States (except for certain ineligible states and territories). We offer a competitive salary of $25/hour, as well as a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career growth and development.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, build, and maintain large-scale data systems, including data pipelines, architectures, and tools
  • Collect and process large, complex sets of data to meet functional and non-functional business requirements
  • Identify, plan, and execute process improvements, including re-architecting infrastructure for greater scalability, improving data delivery, and automating manual processes
  • Construct required frameworks for timely extraction, transformation, and loading of data from various data sources using AWS and SQL technologies
  • Develop analytical tools to leverage the data pipeline, providing valuable insights into key business performance metrics, including operational efficiency and customer acquisition
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including data, design, product, and executive teams, to help them with data-related technical issues
  • Develop or modify hardware and technology to serve customer needs
  • May perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Managers

Essential Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in data engineering, architecture, or a related field
  • Strong expertise in data engineering, architecture, and analytics
  • Proficiency in AWS and SQL technologies
  • Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex data sets and develop creative solutions
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills, with experience working with cross-functional teams

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
  • 7+ years of experience in data engineering, architecture, or a related field
  • Experience with data engineering tools, such as Apache Beam, Apache Spark, or Apache Flink
  • Knowledge of machine learning and artificial intelligence technologies
  • Experience with cloud-based data platforms, such as AWS or Azure

Skills and Competencies

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex data sets and develop creative solutions
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with experience working with cross-functional teams
  • Ability to think critically and strategically, with a focus on driving business growth and improvement
  • Strong attention to detail, with a focus on delivering high-quality results
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with a focus on innovation and experimentation

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

At Southwest Airlines, we are committed to the growth and development of our employees. We offer a range of career growth opportunities, including:

  • Professional development and training programs
  • Mentorship and coaching opportunities
  • Career advancement opportunities, both within and outside of the technology organization
  • Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools
  • Opportunities to work on high-profile projects and contribute to business growth and improvement

Work Environment and Company Culture

At Southwest Airlines, we strive to create a work environment that is inclusive, supportive, and empowering. Our company culture is built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and teamwork, and we are committed to fostering a culture of innovation and experimentation. As a remote employee, you will have the flexibility to work from anywhere in the United States (except for certain ineligible states and territories), and you will be part of a dynamic team of professionals who are passionate about technology and innovation.

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Competitive salary of $25/hour
  • Comprehensive health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Retirement savings plan, with company match
  • Paid time off, including vacation and sick leave
  • Employee assistance program (EAP)
  • Stock purchase plan
  • Education reimbursement
  • Wellness programs and resources

Conclusion

If you are a highly skilled and motivated data professional looking for a challenging and rewarding remote opportunity, we encourage you to apply for this exciting role at Southwest Airlines. As a Senior Data Engineer, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of our technology and driving business growth and improvement. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, opportunities for career growth and development, and a dynamic work environment that is inclusive, supportive, and empowering.

Don't hesitate to apply! We value a great attitude and a willingness to learn above all. Submit your application today and join our team of innovators and technology professionals!

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