Job Title: Data Engineer / Integrations Lead (AI-Native)

Company Name: Skiffra

Job Details: RemoteFull,Time

Job Url: https://hiring.cafe/viewjob/n3xj1b73ucroqebm

Job Description: Posted 1mo agoData Engineer / Integrations Lead (AI-Native)@ SkiffraView All JobsLos Angeles or San FranciscoRemoteFull TimeResponsibilities:Build pipelines, Integrate systems, Design schemasRequirements Summary:5+ years building production data or backend systems; strong Python and SQL; ETL/ELT pipelines and API integrations; cloud data infrastructure and streaming; independent with good technical tradeoffs.Technical Tools Mentioned:Python, SQL, ETL/ELT, APIs, Cloud Data Infrastructure, Streaming
Skiffra is building the intelligence layer for modern enterprises. As a founding Data Engineer / Integrations Lead, you’ll design and own the data pipelines and integrations that power our AI-native orchestration platform. This is a hands-on, high-autonomy role working directly with the founding team on zero-to-one systems that operate in complex, real-world environments.ResponsibilitiesBuild and maintain real-time and batch data pipelines across enterprise systemsIntegrate ERPs, operational tools, APIs, and legacy systems into a clean internal data layerDesign schemas and data contracts consumed by LLMs, agents, and workflow enginesOwn ingestion, normalization, and transformation for unstructured and semi-structured dataPartner closely with product and engineering to translate operational needs into data systemsImplement monitoring, observability, and basic data quality checksMove fast in ambiguous environments where reliability mattersRequirements5+ years experience building production data or backend systemsStrong Python and SQLExperience with ETL/ELT pipelines and API-based integrationsFamiliarity with cloud data infrastructure and streaming or event-driven systemsAbility to work independently and make sound technical tradeoffsComfort operating without perfect requirements or documentationPreferred qualificationsExperience with industrial, operational, or enterprise data systemsExposure to AI or ML-adjacent data workflowsExperience designing systems consumed by LLMs or agentsStartup or founding-team experienceBenefitsCompetitive salary plus meaningful founding equityHigh ownership and direct access to decision-makingWork on real-world AI problems with real operational impactFlexible location with strong preference for US-based candidatesHow we workWe value speed, clarity, and technical rigor. We favor simple systems over clever ones, prototypes over over-planning, and ownership over handoffs. You’ll work directly with founders and ship things that matter quickly.OtherBenefits & Eligibility: This position is eligible for Skiffra’s standard benefits, including health insurance and retirement plans, and may also qualify for participation in the Company’s bonus and incentive programs.