About the role#
As a Data Engineer Intern at SurplusMap, you will support our data pipelines and infrastructure. You will work with our engineering and data science teams to maintain efficient and scalable data architectures. You will gain hands-on experience with large datasets, ETL processes, and AI tools to power the green energy transition. This role involves working alongside our Senior Data Engineer to contribute to projects focused on electrifying the transportation industry.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with engineering and data science teams to design, develop, and maintain data pipelines and ETL processes.
- Implement and optimize data storage solutions using Google Cloud products like BigQuery.
- Build data transformation workflows using DBT and Dataform.
- Assist in managing cloud infrastructure with Terraform.
- Ensure platform data integrity and security by following data engineering best practices.
- Support AI-powered models for EV charger utilization, energy load forecasting, and geospatial analysis.
- Participate in designing and developing scalable data architectures.
- Collaborate on projects integrating machine learning models for energy and infrastructure predictions.
What you'll need#
- Strong proficiency in Google Cloud products, especially BigQuery.
- Hands-on experience with SQL for querying large datasets.
- Familiarity with DBT, Dataform, or similar data transformation tools.
- Basic knowledge of Python for scripting and automation.
- Understanding of data pipeline design, optimization, and ETL processes.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or with diverse teams.
- An interest in AI, geospatial data, and green energy technologies.
- Exposure to Terraform and experience with GIS tools are considered a plus.
- Pursuing a degree in Data Science or Computer Science.
Location & details#
- This is a paid, full-time internship.
- The term is rolling.
- Work can be performed on-site or remotely.
- We are hiring candidates located in the United States or Canada.
About SurplusMap
SurplusMap operates in the climate data and analytics sector. Founded in 2020 and based in Oslo, the company provides software for the development of electric vehicle charging infrastructure. It uses map-based interfaces to integrate data for the optimization of charging networks. The team currently consists of four employees.
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