Junior Data Engineer

Figment powers the future of Web3 through industry-leading blockchain infrastructure. As the leading provider of staking solutions, we help 500+ institutional clients optimize their crypto rewards, including top exchanges, asset managers, wallets, foundations, custodians, and major token holders. Our clients trust Figment for a comprehensive suite of services, including reward optimization, cutting-edge API development, detailed rewards reporting, seamless partner integrations, governance support, and slashing protection.

Backed by a team of passionate and intelligent Figmates, with a 100% remote-first global presence across 12 countries, our company is on a mission to accelerate the adoption, growth, and long-term success of the Web3 ecosystem. We’re building the infrastructure that will power the decentralized future.

As a fast-growing tech company, we’re looking for builders and innovators — people who thrive in the face of uncertainty and are motivated to make an impact. We are also looking for true teammates - people who are genuine, humble, and driven to level up together. If you're excited to shape the future, contribute to an energetic company culture, and work at the cutting edge of blockchain technology, we want you to join our team and help us lead the charge!

About the opportunity

Join Figment and help it in becoming the world’s leading staking services provider. Figment currently has over $15B assets under stake and growing. This role combines data engineering practices and software development, focusing on data pipelines and cloud infrastructure. The position requires building custom tools and automating data processes in a highly secure and scalable environment.

How you will make an impact

• Data Reporting and Reviews: Develop and maintain dashboards and reports. Query databases, review and process data to support data-driven decision-making.
• Data Collection: Investigating new chains and their corresponding block explorers in order to figure out ways of collecting data from these chains. Write instructions for our Data Entry Team and assist Engineering Manager with coordination of Data Entry Team.
• Data Troubleshooting: Review ingested data to flag issues and drive the investigation of any data quality issues. This investigation will involve querying databases and working with existing 3rd party integrations.
• Automate! Automate! Automate!: When not working on manual and hybrid processes that will be required to do the above, will be working on automating them to be able to have growing capacity to work on other opportunities.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with internal teams like Engineering, Product, Finance, and Customer Success to deliver tailored data solutions.

What you bring to the team

• Experience: At least 1 year of IT experience (including co-op and internship experience).
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in SQL and at least one mature programming language (ideally Python).
• Strong Communication Skills: Ability to convey complex insights clearly and concisely to various stakeholders.
• Strong Written Skills: Strong ability to write clear, concise and accurate documentation.
• Troubleshooting Expertise: Strong experience with investigating and resolving data quality issues.
• Analytical Expertise: Strong skills in data analysis and visualization.
• Attention to Detail: Ensure accuracy and reliability in data reporting and analysis.
• Adaptability: Thrive in a fast-paced environment, adapting to new challenges as they arise.
• Must have a passion/desire to work in and learn this space because will be working with blockchain data and block explorers on a daily basis.

Nice to have:

• Experience with any of the following: Python, GitHub, Snowflake, Dagster, DBT.
• Knowledge of decentralized consensus mechanisms, including Proof-of-Work and Proof-of-Stake.
• Experience with delivering solutions that automate manual processes.

This role is designed for an individual who is passionate about leveraging their technical expertise to support and advance staking data solutions, working at the cutting edge of technology. If you thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment and are driven by high standards of security and reliability, we encourage you to apply.

Technologies we use

Teams you’ll collaborate with most often

In addition to collaborating with other Data Engineering team members, this role will collaborate most often with our Data Science team.

Why you might be excited about us

At Figment, we offer an exciting range of competitive benefits designed to support and empower every member of our team:

• 100% remote-first environment. Our flagship office is in Toronto, Canada. We also have additional co-working spaces in New York, London, and Singapore. That means if you want to do your things in the office (if you’re near one), at home, or a bit of both, it’s up to you.
• 4 weeks of PTO that kick in day one, with an additional 1 week of flex days.
• Extended company-paid health benefits that kick in day one.
• Best in class parental leave and flexible arrangements.
• A home office stipend to create a space that you enjoy working in.
• A yearly Learning & Development budget.
• 401K (US) or RRSP match (Canada).
• Stock Options in the company.
• A competitive bonus (based on company performance) that is distributed bi-annually - we believe that the company’s success should be shared with our employees often.
• Annual onsite company gatherings and retreats to inspire team bonding, collaboration, and fun!

Other reasons you may love working at Figment

• We are a team of under 200 members, which allows for an impactful contribution from day one.
• We place a strong focus on personal career development to shape a role that fits your goals and interests. Your satisfaction and well-being matter to us, and we’re here to support your ongoing growth.
• Our culture is one of honesty, professionalism and risk taking in a high-growth environment.
• Our team members themselves recommend working at Figment - with an eNPS score of 54 (which is ranked as ‘great’!).

One of Figment’s core principles is “Making the Invisible Visible” - ensuring transparency and information sharing in all communication. Figment is committed to transparency regarding pay, benefits, and other compensation types for all internal roles as well as all roles being hired for.

Base Salary:The CAD base salary range for this position is CAD$90,000 - $105,000.This range reflects base salary only, and does not include additional compensation or benefits.

At Figment, we try to go above and beyond in making sure that you have the best possible experience interviewing with us. We strive for a smooth, organized, and informative process.

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