Luminize · 11 hours ago
Principal Analytics Engineer (Amazon Marketplace)
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$150K/yr - $180K/yr
8+ years expLuminize is a full-service Amazon growth partner helping brands succeed in the competitive ecommerce marketplace. They are seeking a Principal Analytics Engineer to lead the architecture and optimization of their data systems, focusing on modernizing workflows and ensuring high-performance analytics foundations.
AdvertisingE-Commerce PlatformsMarketing
Hiring Manager
Aman Advani
Responsibilities
Architect Scalable Logic – Lead the architecture, refactoring, and optimization of our transformation layer. You will untangle legacy workflows, undocumented lineage, and circular data flows to build a future-ready "Source of Truth."
Establish Engineering Standards – Set and enforce the gold standard for dbt structure, advanced macro usage, testing frameworks, and documentation across the organization
Optimize Performance – Own BigQuery performance optimization from the transformation side, using smart partitioning, clustering, and incremental modeling strategies to ensure cost-efficiency and speed
Lead Technical Strategy – Serve as the principal authority on SQL and data modeling. You will balance hands-on engineering with high-level strategy to shape Luminize’s modern data roadmap
Solve Ambiguity – Partner with executive leadership to translate vague, complex business questions into scalable data solutions and actionable insights
Mentor & Level-Up – Provide deep technical mentorship and code reviews to senior and mid-level engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence
Qualification
Required
8+ years in analytics engineering or data modeling, with at least 3+ years in a senior or principal capacity
Expert-level SQL and dbt (Core + Cloud)
Track record of diagnosing and fixing poorly performing models and designing advanced dbt architectures
Deep understanding of dimensional modeling and how to structure data in a modern warehouse (BigQuery preferred) for maximum usability and performance
Proven experience working in ambiguous environments where systems must be restructured and modernized without disrupting business operations
Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex logic into clear concepts for C-level executives and brand managers
Preferred
Experience with marketplace KPIs, advertising efficiency (ACOS/TACOS), and SKU-level metrics
Strong understanding of COGS, margin optimization, and financial reconciliation
Experience modeling demand forecasting, reorder points, or supply chain data
Benefits
Multiple medical plan options through Anthem Blue Cross
Dental & vision insurance (including orthodontia and annual exams)
Pet benefit program with savings on vet care and products
Paid vacation (accruing up to 120+ hours/year with rollover and cap)
Paid company holidays
Coverage for spouses/domestic partners and dependents under 26
Benefits effective the first of the month after your hire date
Company
Luminize
Luminize Marketing specializes in optimizing advertising strategies and conducting keyword research to enhance marketing efforts.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Leah Matteo
Director of Business Development & Partnerships
Marintia (Mar) Moreno
Executive Assistant to Chief Executive Officer
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