Join Our Team at Wheels Up

At Wheels Up, we're proud to be a global leader in on-demand private aviation. As one of the largest companies in the industry and a strategic partner of Delta Air Lines – we are committed to making private air travel safe, reliable, and enjoyable. With a diverse fleet of owned aircraft plus a global network of trusted charter operators, we offer our customers access to the right aircraft for their needs and the ability to fly on their terms.

And it doesn’t stop at private flights. Wheels Up also provides freight services, safety and security solutions, and managed services to individuals, businesses, government agencies, and more. Regardless of how, when or where you want to fly, our mission is simple; deliver a premium, personalized aviation experience for every customer.

We anticipate closing applications submissions for this role on 3/10/2025. If the deadline is extended, we will update this job posting accordingly.

Role Overview: What You’ll Be Doing

The Sr. Data Science Engineer will be designing, building, and deploying machine learning models, creating scalable data pipelines, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to solve complex challenges.

Your Key Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Designs, builds and maintains resilient data applications in Python and NodeJS
• Manages and optimizes the deployment of containers in Kubernetes on Azure
• Develops monitoring, alerting, and diagnostics systems, including Datadog alerts, events, and log monitoring, to ensure high-quality product delivery
• Maintains and improves existing Datadog logs, events, and alerts to enhance monitoring and diagnostics capabilities
• Collaborate with engineers, product managers, and data scientists to identify the needs of a cross-functional team and develop data-driven solutions
• Solves challenging data integration problems utilizing optimal ETL patterns, frameworks, query techniques, and sourcing from structured and unstructured data sources
• Optimize pipelines, dashboards, frameworks, and systems to facilitate easier development of data artifacts
• Keep up to date with the latest Azure and Kubernetes features and best practices, and adopt them to optimize DSE software systems
• Perform other duties as assigned

What You Bring to the Table: Education & Certification Requirements

We’re looking for someone who has a unique mix of experience, skills, and passion for what we do:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or a related field
• Minimum five years of experience in developing scalable, resilient, data-intensive applications or a related role
• Extensive experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and container orchestration platform Kubernetes
• Ability to design, implement and maintain cloud-based architectures using Kubernetes on Azure
• Strong programming experience in production environments using Python, SQL

The Extras We Value (Preferred Requirements)

While not mandatory, here are some additional things that would make you stand out:

• Master’s Degree or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or a related field
• Programming experience in JavaScript

Physical Requirements

We want to make sure you’re fully equipped for success. Here’s a look at any physical requirements needed for this role:

• Ability to remain seated for extended periods while working at a computer
• Proficient use of a computer, keyboard, and mouse for prolonged periods
• Clear visual focus to read screens, analyze data, and review code
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, over video calls, or via email/chat
• Occasional verbal presentations to teams or stakeholders
• Minimal physical activity is required, though occasional movement to attend meetings or adjust workspace setup might occur
• Possible travel to attend conferences, collaborate with teams, or meet clients (depending on the role specifics)

What We Offer: Salary Range & Benefits

At Wheels Up, we believe in fair compensation based on experience, skills, and qualifications. The salary for this role ranges from $115,000 - $227,000, depending on a variety of factors. We don’t typically start individuals at the top of the salary range; your place within the range is based on what you bring to the table. Additionally, you may be eligible for a discretionary annual incentive program, which rewards individual and organizational performance.

We also offer a range of benefits designed to support your well-being and personal life, including:

• Tuition Reimbursement
• Competitive 401(k)
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Complimentary access to mental health and wellness counseling through Spring Health
• Financial planning assistance through WellCents
• A variety of additional programs and services in support of your total well-being

Everyone is welcome here

Each of us is unique, and that’s what makes us amazing. We believe there’s power in bringing people with different backgrounds, points of view and life experiences together. So, bring yourself and your best ideas.

Wheels Up is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees. It is our policy to apply recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation and professional development practices and make all other employment decisions without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

Because when we feel safe and comfortable being ourselves, there’s no limit to what we can achieve.

Need Accommodations?

If you have a disability or are a disabled veteran and need assistance with applying, please reach out to us at hr@wheelsup.com. Simply include “Accommodation Request” in the subject line so we can quickly address your needs.

We look forward to learning more about you and how you can contribute to the Wheels Up journey!