Business Data Engineer

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Role Overview

Nex is hiring a entry-level Business Data Engineer. This is a full-time remote role, with the team based in Remote US. Part of Nex's Data Engineering hiring, posted yesterday. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

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Job description

Nex is on a mission to help families rediscover the joy of movement. Created by parents for parents, Nex combines technology and play to deliver fun, social, and interactive experiences powered by natural body motion, encouraging kids and adults to move more, play more, and have fun together. Nex Playground, the company’s award-winning active play system, is purpose-built to get families moving year-round, with safety and privacy as core considerations in its intentional design. It is certified kidSAFE+ COPPA compliant and built to support healthy, active play for all ages and abilities.

Nex Playground features a growing library of 50+ experiences, including motion and dance games, fitness and educational experiences, and Nex Originals. Content includes collaborations with partners like Hasbro, Sesame Workshop, and NBCUniversal. Nex has been recognized by Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies, TIME’s Best Inventions, and Parents’ Best Entertainment System for Families, and has earned Red Dot, IDEA, and Core77 international design awards. We encourage you to explore Have Fun and Is Motion Gaming Back?, as they offer a deeper look into our culture, values, and explain how our approach to motion gaming differs from previous generations.

To protect yourself from recruitment scams, please note that Nex communicates through official company emails ending in @nex.inc. If you receive a suspicious email or message, please do not respond and report it immediately to us.

Location: Seattle, WA or Remote USA
Annual Salary: $140,000 - $170,000 USD
Type: Full-time
Reports to: Director, Analytics

About this Role

Nex’s user base is growing quickly, and the amount of data we’re working with is growing even faster. We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Data Engineer to join our Analytics department and help us streamline, future-proof, and automate our reporting processes as well as our data backend as we move into the next phase of the company’s growth.

The ideal candidate for this role loves problem solving and tinkering, and feels the thrill of accomplishment when a long-standing issue or project is resolved. Strong attention to detail and dedicated follow-through are key. If you want to work on a small team, for a growing company, laying down framework that will be used and appreciated by teams across multiple disciplines, we want to hear from you!

Core Responsibilities

Connect with cross-functional teams: The data environment we’re building will be used by members of the Accounting, Finance, Supply Chain, and Publishing teams, among others. Meet with them and get to know their needs so we can build things they’ll use for years.
Project Management: Keep track of & prioritize short-term and long-term projects.
Build & Support: Build new and improved ways for us to access & view data, and see to their steady functioning over time.
Investigate & Iterate: Keep an eye on how small improvements can be made to improve the cost and reliability of our data pipeline.

Required Qualifications

3+ years of experience as a Data Engineer or 5+ years of experience as a Business Intelligence Engineer.
Experience with the AWS suite of tools and solutions to run a data environment end-to-end.
Proven ability to work independently, without constant guidance.
Comfortable working in ambiguous environments that require iteration & investigation.
Strong track record of working with cross-functional teams across disciplines such as marketing, product, engineering, and finance/accounting.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience automating complex datasets, using SQL, Python, or another similar tool.
Experience with building and maintaining APIs to connect data environments and pull raw data from various sources.
Previous experience with data environments for digital gaming platforms or subscription services.
Ability to thrive and create without the use of AI tools as a baseline.

What Sets You Apart

Creative solutions to complex problems
Proactive approach to projects
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Experience working with teams from different cultures and backgrounds
You’re an expert on your own work & can back up your results
Good-natured and easy to work with

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We Offer

Competitive compensation package.
Flexible working hours and vacation policy.
Product-driven culture that treasures talents and individual growth.
Front-row seat and hands-on experience with cutting edge technologies in the evolving gaming field

Nex is located in San Jose, California, USA and Hong Kong. Learn more about us at nex.inc/who-we-are.

We encourage applications even if you don’t meet more than 50% of the requirements — we believe that experience comes in many forms!

Nex is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all individuals at every stage of the employment relationship, including all current and prospective employees, and covers all employment decisions including recruitment, hiring, job assignment, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, discipline and termination.

We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment and to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the Business Data Engineer position at Nex?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Nex. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Is the Business Data Engineer role at Nex remote?

Yes. This is a remote role. The team is based in Remote US, but the position itself does not require relocating to that office.

What does a Business Data Engineer at Nex earn?

Nex has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Business Data Engineer role at Nex posted?

This role was posted on July 9, 2026 (yesterday). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

Is the Business Data Engineer role at Nex entry-level?

Yes. This is an entry-level position. Strong candidates typically have 0-2 years of relevant work experience, internships, or significant project work. Read the full description for any specific qualification requirements Nex has listed.

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