Data Engineer

Eight Sleep • San Francisco • Full-time

$120,000

per year

Data Engineering Python SQL Analytics health tech Sleep Technology

Job Description

Join the Sleep Fitness Movement

At Eight Sleep, we’re on a mission to fuel human potential through optimal sleep. As the world’s first sleep fitness company, we’re redefining what it means to be well-rested and building the most advanced hardware, software, and AI technology to make it possible. Our products power peak mental, physical, and emotional performance by transforming every night of sleep into a personalized, data-driven recovery experience. We are trusted by high performers, professional athletes, and health-conscious consumers in over 30 countries worldwide. Recognized as one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies in 2019, 2022, and 2023, and twice named to TIME's “Best Inventions of the Year.” We operate like a high-performance team: fast, focused, and motivated by impact. We don’t just ship; we iterate, refine, and obsess over the details that help our members sleep better and wake up stronger.

Every role at Eight Sleep is a chance to create cutting-edge technology, collaborate with world-class talent, and help shape a future where sleep isn’t passive - it’s a powerful tool for living better. If you’re tired of the ordinary and driven to build at the edge of what’s possible, this is your moment. Join us and lead the movement that’s transforming how the world sleeps and what we’re all capable of when we wake up.

High Standards. No Apologies.

We operate with intensity because our mission demands it. At Eight Sleep, we bring the same mindset as the world’s top performers: focused, relentless, and always pushing to be in the top 1% of our craft. Think Kobe Bryant’s mamba mentality, applied to bold ideas, next-gen tech, and flawless execution. This isn’t a 9-to-5. Our team is deeply committed, often putting in 60+ hours a week –not because we’re told to, but because we’re invested. We’re here to build fast, push limits, and deliver without compromise. If you thrive under pressure and want to do the most meaningful work of your career,

you’ll feel right at home. If you’re looking for something easier –this isn’t it.

The Role

Eight Sleep is revolutionizing sleep optimization through cutting-edge technology, and we need a world-class Data Engineer to power our next phase of hypergrowth. You'll architect and build the data infrastructure that drives decisions for millions of users while working with some of the smartest minds in health tech.

This isn't just another data role—you'll be the technical architect behind systems that directly impact human wellness at scale and fuel our exponential growth. From real-time sleep analytics to ML-powered personalization to the data infrastructure driving our rapid global expansion, your work will shape how people sleep better every night while powering how we scale to millions more users.

We prefer someone based out of our NYC HQ or SF Office.

What You’ll Build

Power breakthrough business growth by building the data systems that inform our expansion strategy, optimize customer acquisition, and drive conversion and retention across global markets
Enable data-driven scaling through sophisticated analytics that guide everything from growth strategies to market prioritization to product roadmap decisions
Build the growth infrastructure that processes customer behavior, revenue metrics, and market performance data to fuel our next phase of hypergrowth
Architect systems that scale with demand as we expand our user base exponentially, ensuring our data platform grows seamlessly from thousands to millions of users
Drive personalized user experiences by architecting the analytics pipelines that power individualized sleep recommendations, temperature optimization, and wellness insights for each Eight Sleep user
Drive operational excellence by creating dashboards and automated insights that keep our fast-growing business running efficiently across all functions
Shape strategic decisions by partnering with leadership to transform complex user and business data into clear growth opportunities and competitive advantages

What You’ll Need to Succeed

6+ years building production data platforms that support high-stakes decision-making at scale—you've seen what works and what breaks
Mastery of modern data stack: SQL, Python, DBT, Snowflake, and the judgment to know when to use each tool
Proven track record designing both batch and streaming architectures that handle massive scale while maintaining sub-second performance
Cross-functional leadership experience—you can translate complex technical concepts into business value and influence without authority
Obsession with quality and reliability—you build systems that just work, with monitoring and testing that catches issues before users do
Communication superpowers—you can present to the C-suite, debug with engineers, and mentor junior teammates with equal effectiveness
Deep expertise in data modeling and warehousing—you think in terms of dimensional models, star schemas, OBT, and performance optimization, and know where each solution thrives
Technical mentorship DNA—you naturally elevate the capabilities of everyone around you while driving adoption of engineering best practices

Why This Role Matters: Your infrastructure will directly power insights that help people sleep better, recover faster, and live healthier lives. Join us in building the future of personalized health technology.

Why join Eight Sleep?

Innovation in a culture of excellence

Join us in a workplace where innovation isn’t just encouraged - it’s a standard. Our flagship product, the Pod, is a testament to our culture of excellence, beloved by hundreds of thousands of customers worldwide. At Eight Sleep, you will be part of a team that continuously pushes the boundaries of technology in sleep fitness.

Immediate responsibility and accelerated career growth

From your first day, you’ll take on substantial responsibilities that have a direct impact on our core business and product success. We are a small team that empowers you to own your projects and see the tangible effects of your efforts, enhancing both your professional growth and our company’s trajectory. Your path will be challenging but rewarding, perfect for those who thrive in fast-paced environments aiming for high standards.

Collaboration with exceptional talent

Work alongside other bright minds like you: at Eight Sleep exceptional intelligence and a passion for breakthroughs are the norms. Our team members are not only experts in their fields but also avid innovators who thrive in our dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Equitable compensation and continuous equity investment

We extend equity participation to every full-time team member, recognizing and rewarding your direct contributions to our success. This includes periodic equity refreshments based on performance, ensuring that as Eight Sleep grows and succeeds, so do you – perfectly aligning your achievements with the broader triumphs of the company.

Your own Pod - and other great benefits

Every Eight Sleep employee receives the very product that defines our mission: a Pod of their own. If you join us you’ll get your own Pod, along with*: