Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Data Engineer to join our data team in
building robust and scalable data pipelines that power analytics and business
decisions in the fast-paced travel industry. You will work with large datasets
from booking systems, customer touchpoints, pricing engines, and third-party
APIs to create a unified data environment that supports personalization, demand
forecasting, route optimization, and customer experience enhancements.
This is a remote position.
Responsibilities
Design, build, and maintain scalable ETL/ELT pipelines for ingesting data
from internal and external travel-related sources (e.g., GDSs, OTAs, CRM
systems).
Collaborate with data analysts, data scientists, and product teams to
understand data needs and deliver high-quality, reliable datasets.
Integrate data from various platforms including booking engines, mobile apps,
customer service systems, and web analytics tools.
Develop and optimize data models and schemas in cloud data warehouses (e.g.,
Snowflake, BigQuery, Redshift).
Implement data quality checks and monitoring to ensure the accuracy and
reliability of data.
Support real-time data streaming for dynamic pricing, inventory updates, and
customer interactions.
Ensure data privacy, governance, and compliance with regulations like GDPR
and CCPA.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
4+ years of experience in data engineering or backend data development and
integration.
Proficiency in SQL and at least one programming language (Python, Java,
Scala).
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and modern data stacks
(Airflow, dbt, Kafka, IDMC, etc.).
Knowledge of data warehousing concepts and tools.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in the travel or hospitality industry.
Familiarity with travel data formats and systems (e.g., PNRs, GDS, IATA
standards).
Exposure to predictive analytics, personalization, or recommender systems.
Understanding of API integrations with travel platforms and third-party
services.
Benefits Onboard
In addition to Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits Direct Travel offers a Total
Rewards Package which includes Retirement Plans, Wellness, Rewards and
Recognition, Sustainability, DE&I initiatives, and Mental Health Support.
About Direct Travel
Direct Travel is one of the world’s largest travel management companies. With a
long history of proven market expertise, we blend advanced technology, superior
service, and expert insight to drive tangible value and meaningful savings
across Corporate Travel, Leisure Travel, Meetings & Events and specialty travel
businesses. Through Avenir, our intelligent travel management platform, we
reduce obstacles and give clients more direct access to content, trusted data,
intelligence and global expertise. What truly sets us apart is the human care
behind the technology, delivered by an experienced, passionate team dedicated to
anticipating needs and delivering exceptional service at every step. For more
information about Direct Travel, visit www.dt.com [http://www.dt.com].
Direct Travel is an equal opportunity employer
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