Integration Engineer

WHO WE ARE

Lindblad Expeditions is a true pioneer in Expedition Travel. From taking the first citizen explorers to Antarctica in 1966, opening the Galapagos and Easter Island to tourism in 1967, leading the first tourist expedition through the Northwest Passage in 1984, and launching our innovative partnership with National Geographic in 2004, we're now taking almost 30,000 guests a year to some of the world’s most remote and pristine locations on our fleet of 21 ships, and are committed to ensuring our guests experience the “Exhilaration of Discovery”.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Integration Engineer at Lindblad Expeditions will be responsible for connecting various internal and external systems to enhance both team productivity and guest engagement.

The ideal candidate will have experience with integration software (like n8n) and scheduled services (written in Golang and shell scripting), and will implement quality pipelines, adhering to best practices, and reducing technical complexity.

This role requires a willingness to handle diverse integration projects (such as customer data platforms, reservation systems, payment providers, and shipboard management) and the ability to adapt to shifting priorities as new business opportunities emerge.

• Collaboration and Requirements Gathering: Work closely with cross-functional teams including business analysts, data scientists, and software engineers to thoroughly understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions for data integration and pipeline development.
• Data Pipeline Design and Implementation: Design and implement robust and scalable data pipelines using the n8n platform. This includes data ingestion, transformation, validation, and loading processes across various data sources and destinations.
• High-Quality Code Development: Write clean, well-documented, and maintainable code that adheres to industry best practices and coding standards. Ensure code efficiency and performance optimization for optimal data processing.
• Performance Optimization: Continuously monitor and analyze pipeline performance. Identify bottlenecks and areas for improvement. Refactor code and optimize data flow to enhance overall pipeline efficiency and throughput.
• Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Implement comprehensive monitoring and alerting systems to track pipeline health and performance. Proactively identify and resolve technical issues to ensure data integrity and pipeline uptime.
• Technology and Industry Trends: Stay abreast of emerging technologies, tools, and best practices in the data integration and pipeline space. Evaluate and recommend new solutions to improve pipeline capabilities and efficiency.
• System Integration: Integrate diverse internal and external systems, including databases, APIs, and cloud services, to enable seamless data exchange and support business processes. Leverage relevant APIs and integration technologies to connect disparate systems.
• Project Participation: Actively participate in all phases of technical initiatives, from initial design and implementation to final delivery and ongoing support. Collaborate with project teams to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Roadmap and Planning: Contribute to roadmap and planning activities to define project scope, deliverables, and timelines. Ensure clear understanding of project requirements and dependencies.
• Effective Communication: Communicate clearly and concisely with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Provide regular updates on project progress, risks, and issues. Foster a collaborative and transparent communication environment.
• DevOps Practices: Embrace DevOps principles and practices, including continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD), to streamline development, testing, and deployment processes. Automate build, test, and deployment pipelines to accelerate delivery and ensure code quality.

• 5+ years of experience in critical system development
• 3+ years of experience as an Integration Engineer
• 1+ years of experience using Golang
• Proficiency writing code in Typescript/JavaScript
• Proficiency in Shell scripting
• Experience with CICD software lifecycle and working within an Agile/Scrum team environment
• Experience leveraging REST API (JSON/XML) for SAAS plaforms (e.g. Salesforce)
• Experience working with GraphQL APIs
• Strong knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases as well as caching systems (Redis)
• Some experience working with AWS services
• Solid understanding of software development principles, design patterns, and best practices
• Experience with code collaboration platforms like GitHub
• Familiarity with Docker
• Familiarity with identity management software (OAuth)
• A problem-solver mindset with strong debugging skills and high attention to detail
• Ability to work independently as well as within a collaborative team environment
• Ability to articulate technical concepts and communicate effectively with other team members

• Data Warehousing: Experience with data warehousing concepts and technologies
• Data Modeling: Understanding of data modeling principles and techniques
• Big Data: Familiarity with big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark)
• Machine Learning: Basic understanding of machine learning concepts and algorithms

• Strong Programming Skills: Proficiency in one or more programming languages commonly used for data pipeline development (e.g., Python, Java).
• Data Integration Experience: Hands-on experience with data integration tools and platforms, preferably n8n. Familiarity with ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) and ELT (Extract, Load, Transform) processes.
• Database Knowledge: Strong understanding of database concepts and experience with SQL and NoSQL databases.
• API Integration: Experience with API integration and web services.
• Cloud Technologies: Familiarity with cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and cloud-based data services.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to analyze complex problems, identify root causes, and develop effective solutions.
• Communication and Collaboration: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Adaptability and Learning: Willingness to learn new technologies and adapt to changing requirements.

OUR BENEFITS

• Travel benefits for employees and their family 

• Health insurance including Medical, Dental, Vision  

• 401(k) plan with employer match  

• Long-Term Disability, Life & AD&D Insurance

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) to be used for out-of-pocket medical and dependent care  

• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefit  

• 7-8 Paid Holidays

• 2-3 Floating Holiday Options (pro-rated per start date)

• Up to 15 days of vacation (pro-rated per anniversary year)

• Parental Leave

• Sick/personal days per city & state ordinance

• Pet Insurance discount

COMMUNICATION SKILLS 

Using the English language, this person must have the ability to read, write, and comprehend policies, legal guidelines, correspondence, and memos.   Must also possess the ability to effectively communicate--both in writing and orally--with a professional demeanor. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear.  The employee will also be required to write and type.  The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.  

COMPENSATION STATEMENT

Lindblad Expeditions determines the pay for positions using local, national, and industry-specific survey data. We evaluate external equity and the cost of labor/prevailing wage index in the relative marketplace for jobs directly comparable to jobs within our company. Our posted salary range is based on national data and may be refined for a candidate's region/town/cost of living.

For new hires, we strive to make competitive offers allowing the new employee room for future growth. Salaries will be based on the applicant’s location, level of experience, education, and specialized knowledge and skills. An employee/candidate with a stronger skill set will receive higher pay.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT

At Lindblad Expeditions, we simply could not do our work without the diverse kaleidoscope of humanity that creates and delivers our remarkable offerings across the planet. As a Company that respects and celebrates the inherent diversity in the places we explore, we recognize the need to mirror that same diversity and all the interconnected perspectives within our organization. We are committed to building a community of different genders, races, ages, sexual orientations, chosen identities, and countries of origin where every person brings their whole self to work and whose skills, talents, and abilities are valued. We believe we can explore further and in a more meaningful way by actively creating a more diverse and inclusive organization where everyone feels they belong.

Lindblad Expeditions is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals seeking employment at Lindblad Expeditions are considered without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetics, marital status, pregnancy, unemployment status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or veteran status.