Senior Data Engineer

Blockworks

Job Overview

Location

Remote

Salary

USD 160,000 - 200,000 yearly

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Arrangement

Remote

Sector

Information Technology & Software

Experience Level

Senior (5-8 years)

Application Deadline

May 9, 2026

About the Company

Blockworks is a leading information platform at the forefront of the cryptocurrency industry. We specialize in transforming complex data into actionable research, alpha-driven insights, and premier industry events.

Our mission is to foster transparency and confidence within onchain capital markets. We empower businesses to build trust and provide investors with the critical information needed to underwrite the digital asset class.

We operate as a remote-first organization, offering flexibility while maintaining an optional office space in NYC. Our commitment to a global and diverse team culture ensures an open, inclusive, and collaborative work environment. We believe that diversity fuels superior problem-solving and creative thinking.

Blockworks is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment for all qualified applicants.

Job Description

Blockworks is seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role is pivotal in shaping our data infrastructure and driving innovation within the crypto industry.

As a Senior Data Engineer, you will be instrumental in designing, developing, and implementing our data models and strategies. You will collaborate closely with engineering, research, and product teams to ensure the seamless flow and integrity of data across our platform.

Key responsibilities include owning data sourcing pipelines, architecting data warehousing solutions, and aggregating data from diverse sources. You will also design and implement robust ETL solutions, manage our PostgreSQL and Clickhouse databases, and contribute to technical leadership and knowledge sharing within the team.

We are looking for a proactive individual who can drive operational efficiency, automate routine tasks, and continuously improve data workflows. Your ability to foster cross-functional collaboration will be essential in leading key initiatives.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, remote-first environment with a passionate team dedicated to transparency and innovation in the crypto space.

To apply for this role, click the Apply button on this page and follow the instructions.

Required Skills

Data ModelingSchema DesignData OperationsData WarehousingETLPythonGoRustTypescriptSQLPostgreSQLClickhouseDockerKubernetesAWSGCPAirflowDagsterdbtSQLMeshAPI DevelopmentCI/CD

Key Responsibilities

Architect and implement data warehousing, ingestion, and sourcing strategies.
Design and implement ETL solutions, including accessing blockchain nodes and sourcing data from third parties.
Model internal schemas across PostgreSQL and Clickhouse databases.
Provide technical leadership, guidance, and assistance to the engineering team.
Identify and implement opportunities to improve data workflows and automate routine tasks.
Collaborate with Research, Product, and Engineering teams on data-related initiatives.
Develop and maintain scalable data pipelines and backend systems.

Qualifications

Significant knowledge of the crypto industry; considered crypto native.
Minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience with data modeling, schema design, data operations, and data warehousing.
Proven track record of building backend systems at scale with a focus on data processing and ingestion.
Strong expertise in Python, Go, Rust, and/or Typescript.
Incredibly strong expertise in SQL (ideally Parquet, Postgres, and Clickhouse).
Deep experience creating data warehouses at scale (100M+ rows per day).
Experience with DevOps tools and cloud solutions like Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, or GCP.
Comfortable working with modern data orchestration tools like Airflow or Dagster.
Hands-on experience with SQL transformation frameworks such as dbt or SQLMesh.

Benefits & Perks

Remote-First work environment.
Office in NYC available for use.
100% Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage for employee; significant coverage for dependents.
Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) policy.
14 weeks of fully paid parental leave.
Hardware stipend for productivity tools.
Learning & Growth stipend for professional development.
Clear career growth and development structure.
Global and diverse team culture.

How to Apply

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The cryptocurrency industry is experiencing rapid expansion, demanding sophisticated data infrastructure. As a Senior Data Engineer, you will architect and implement robust data pipelines, focusing on data warehousing, ETL processes, and schema design. Your expertise in Python, Go, Rust, and SQL will be crucial for building scalable data solutions. This role offers significant impact on business ROI by enabling data-driven insights and strategic decision-making, positioning you as a key leader in a high-growth environment.