At Avant, Data is at the heart of everything we do, and we’re looking for a world-class Senior Data Engineer to help us elevate our platform and scale smarter. If you're passionate about elegant architecture, building data solutions that matter, and mentoring others along the way, this is your opportunity to thrive inside a mission-driven, fast-paced fintech.
What you do at Avant:
Design and model new, high-value datasets for our Databricks + dbt-based data platform.
Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to translate business needs into structured, actionable data assets.
Deliver critical data for operational and product-facing workflows, ensuring reliability, timeliness, and accuracy.
Champion quality by building reusable frameworks that enforce governance, observability, and performance across the platform.
Level up the team by mentoring engineers, contributing to our culture of learning, and driving best practices in modern data engineering.
Why you are a fit for Avant:
5+ years of hands-on experience in SQL, data modeling, and data engineering.
Expertise in building scalable, automated data pipelines using tools like dbt, Python, and Databricks.
Solid experience optimizing query performance and tuning databases (ideally within Databricks and Postgres).
Agile mindset and experience working in disciplined, iterative environments.
Excellent communication skills—you can talk tech with engineers and clarity with stakeholders.
A natural sense of ownership, accountability, and pride in your work.
This role is based on our downtown Chicago Office, located in the Merchandise Mart. We highly value collaboration and our hybrid schedule (M, T, Th in-office) enables flexibility to balance work and individual priorities.
Compensation Range:
The base salary range for this job is USD $115,000- USD $160,000 / Year
Employees new to Avant typically come in below the midpoint of the pay range. The compensation range is based on the level outlined in the job posting, and compensation decisions are dependent on each applicant's experience, skills and abilities.
[If an outstanding applicant's experience and skill level is above or below the qualifications outlined in the job posting, we reserve the right to make an offer at a different level than the one listed in this job posting, which may have a different compensation range.]
This role is eligible for additional incentives, including an annual bonus. These rewards are allocated based on level, impact and performance in the role.
Our benefits include:
Choice of great Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plan options
401(k) match
Flexible Time Off
Flexible Work Environment - (i.e. Mon/Tues/Thurs in-person)
Generous Paid Parental Leave, Adoption Assistance and Post-parental leave ramp-up program
Lunch Allowance (Fooda) and In-office Snacks
Summer Fridays
Fun In-Office and Virtual Social Events
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We believe that a diverse set of backgrounds and experiences helps us create the most innovative solutions for our customers. We invite you to apply to our positions even if you do not meet 100% of the qualifications listed in the description. If you’re passionate about our mission and aligned to our values, we hope you’ll come contribute to our awesome culture.
Why Avant is the place for you:
At Avant, we believe our values make a difference:
Authenticity. We show up to work as our whole selves and make sure others can too.
Collaboration. We can only succeed when we do so as a team.
Problem-Solving. The harder the problem, the more satisfying the solution.
Customer. We are all owners of the customer experience.
Initiative. Plan. Adapt. Get Sh!t Done.
We believe that great ideas come from anyone and anywhere, that everyone is an owner who drives change, and that we have more fun when we work together. We're problem solvers who love collaborating with intelligent and highly-motivated people to reshape the face of digital banking. Avant offers terrific perks and benefits, fun social events with employees who actually like hanging out together, and a flexible growth environment where trying your hand at new projects and being the active owner of your career path is encouraged and supported.
