Senior Data-Analytics Engineer - The San Francisco Standard

Job Overview

At The San Franciso Standard, we are redefining the future of local news in one of the world's most dynamic cities. As the Bay Area's fastest-growing news source, we are committed to delivering insightful, impactful journalism that resonates deeply with San Francisco's vibrant community. Our mission is to provide high-quality, innovative coverage that meets the digital age's demands, whether through investigative reporting or cultural features.

As a Senior Data & Analytics Engineer at The Standard, you will be instrumental in developing and leading our data infrastructure. You will collaborate closely with product and engineering teams to design and implement robust data solutions that support strategic decisions. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on our data capabilities and the future of local news.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor's degree plus 5 years of relevant working experience, or a Master's degree with 3 years of experience
• Minimum 3 years of experience with Python
• Minimum 5 years of experience with SQL
• Proficiency with dbt (data build tool) for data transformations
• Expertise with Google Cloud Platform (GCP), including BigQuery and Google Analytics
• Strong experience with Google Tag Manager (GTM) and setting up custom events in GA4
• Strong familiarity with Git for version control
• Experience with advanced data modeling and ETL processes
• Experience designing, implementing, optimizing, and scaling data pipelines
• Excellent communication skills, capable of explaining complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Proven ability to work independently and lead technical projects

Preferred Requirements

• 7+ years of working experience in data engineering or analytics roles
• Experience in digital media or news organizations
• Strong understanding of media metrics such as audience engagement, subscriptions, and advertising performance
• Experience in leading cross-functional projects and collaborating with product and engineering teams

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and enhance the data infrastructure, including setting up and managing custom tracking events in GA4, GTM, and GA360 or Amplitude
• Lead the development and optimization of data pipelines to ensure high performance and scalability
• Define and implement internal data infrastructure standards, focusing on best practices for style, maintainability, accuracy, and scalability
• Collaborate with product and engineering teams to understand their data needs and develop and implement solutions that support product tracking and reporting
• Use Google Cloud Platform tools, including BigQuery and Google Analytics, to enhance our data collection, analysis, and reporting capabilities
• Ensure data quality and integrity across all systems, proactively identifying and resolving any issues

By joining The Standard as a Senior Data & Analytics Engineer, you will play a crucial role in advancing our data infrastructure and capabilities, driving data-informed decisions, and shaping the future of local journalism. We are an in-office company.

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter.

The pay range for this role is $120,000-180,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate.