Full-Time

Data Engineer

Python / Spark

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Kunai

Kunai

51-200 employees

Develops and launches digital products

Consulting
Fintech

Senior

McLean, VA, USA

Hybrid work environment with 2-3 days per week onsite at the client's offices in Northern Virginia.

Category
Data Engineering
Software Engineering
Data & Analytics
Required Skills
Agile
Redshift
Python
Apache Spark
SQL
AWS

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in data and software engineering, specializing in large-scale workflows and cloud-based solutions.
  • Expertise in Python, SQL, and CI/CD tools, with substantial experience in Spark.
  • 3+ years of experience with AWS required—Glue, S3, RDS, Lambda, Athena, Redshift and DynamoDB are a strong plus.
  • Proven ability to communicate technical ideas and solutions with clarity and confidence.
  • Deep understanding of Agile principles, processes, and methodologies.
Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with our clients Marketing Data team to design and implement scalable solutions that support data insights and marketing strategies.
  • Build, test, and maintain data workflows, ensuring quality and performance in production environments.
  • Develop and enhance cloud-based services leveraging AWS tools like Glue, Redshift, DynamoDB, S3, RDS, Lambda, and Athena.
  • Use Python, Spark, and SQL to implement robust data pipelines and workflows.
  • Drive automation and integration processes with CI/CD practices to optimize deployment cycles.
  • Apply Agile methodologies to ensure efficient project delivery and team collaboration.
  • Present ideas clearly, contributing to team discussions and stakeholder meetings.

Kunai specializes in transforming ideas into fully developed products, catering to both Fortune 500 companies and emerging startups. The team consists of developers, designers, and product managers who collaborate closely with clients to bring concepts from initial sketches to market-ready solutions that can serve millions of users. Kunai distinguishes itself from competitors through its commitment to building long-term relationships, exemplified by its partnership with Capital One, which led to a partial acquisition of their team. The company's goal is to help clients realize their visions by providing the expertise and support needed to develop successful products.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

San Ramon, California

Founded

2001

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Embedded finance offers Kunai opportunities to expand service offerings.
  • DeFi rise allows Kunai to attract tech-savvy clients with blockchain solutions.
  • Growing demand for personalized financial services enables Kunai to integrate advanced analytics.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging fintech startups are rapidly capturing market share in digital services.
  • Low-code platforms may reduce demand for traditional development services.
  • Stricter data privacy regulations could impact development timelines and costs.

What makes Kunai unique

  • Kunai specializes in building digital products for financial services companies.
  • Kunai has a proven track record with Fortune 500 companies and unicorn startups.
  • Kunai's long-term client relationships led to a partial acquisition by Capital One in 2015.

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Benefits

Fully remote

Flexible hours & vacation time

Learning & development

Health, dental, & vision

Parental leave

Career coaching