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Job Application for Senior Technical Instructor (EMEA) at dbt Labs Back to jobs New Senior Technical Instructor (EMEA) Germany- Remote; Ireland - Remote Apply About Us dbt Labs is the pioneer of analytics engineering, helping data teams transform raw data into reliable, actionable insights. Since 2016, we’ve grown from an open source project into the leading analytics engineering platform, now used by over 90,000 teams every week, driving data transformations and AI use cases. As of February 2025, we’ve surpassed $100 million in annual recurring revenue (ARR) and serve more than 5,400 dbt Platform customers, including AstraZeneca, Sky, Nasdaq, Volvo, JetBlue, and SafetyCulture. We’re backed by top-tier investors including Andreessen Horowitz, Sequoia Capital, and Altimeter. At our core, we believe in empowering data practitioners: Reliable, high-quality data is the fuel that propels AI-powered data engineering. AI is changing data work, fast. dbt’s data control plane keeps data engineers ahead of that curve. We empower engineers to deliver reliable, governed data faster, cheaper, and at scale. dbt Labs is now synonymous with analytics engineering, defining the modern data stack and serving as the data control plane for enterprise teams around the world. And we’re just getting started.. We’re growing fast and building a team of passionate, curious people across the globe. Learn more about what makes us special by checking out our values . Location: Remote - Candidates must be located in either Ireland or Germany to be considered for this position. About the Role We’re seeking an experienced Sr. Technical Instructor with a passion for teaching and working with data to join our training team to setup Enterprise customers and partners for success with dbt to empower data developers to create and disseminate organisational knowledge. What You'll Do Deliver live, world-class instruction to train and onboard dbt Cloud customers, partners, and GSIs in small (~10), large groups (up to ~30) and webinar audiences (50 - 200) Create an engaging learning environment initially in a remote context (on Zoom!) and likely in person in the future Get learners excited about using dbt Cloud to make an impact at their organization Clearly teach and demo new concepts and skills for learners Facilitate live co-development sessions where learners apply what they have learned Adjust instruction on the fly while focusing on learner outcomes Provide critical feedback from your classroom experience to improve curriculum changes Become a product expert with dbt in the context of the modern data stack (if you aren’t already) Jump in on other education projects including curriculum development and improving our workflows What You'll Need You have 4+ years experience teaching with some data analytics experience OR 4+ years of data analytics experience with some teaching You have experience writing SQL in an analytics context You love teaching and creating those lightbulb moments for learners You create learning environments with high levels of engagement You are laser focused on learner and customer outcomes while adjusting instruction on the fly - our customers are coming to use our product from varied tooling and skillsets You believe teaching is a craft that we can always get better at and actively seek out feedback You communicate clearly and concisely with internal and external stakeholders You thrive in an environment of cross-collaboration that moves quickly What Will Make You Stand Out You have worked on customer education / training teams and know how training can drive outcomes for customers. You have experience using dbt and/or teaching dbt. You have experience writing analytics code (i.e. python, R, etc.) in addition to SQL and working with databases You have experience designing curricula with a focus on backwards design. Compensation We offer competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience, including salary, equity, and where applicable, performance-based pay. Our Talent Acquisition Team can answer questions around dbt Lab’s total rewards during your interview process. The typical starting salary range for this role in Ireland is: €79,000 - €96,000 The typical starting salary range for this role in Germany is: €92,000 - €111,000 Benefits Unlimited vacation, with a culture that encourages time off and guarantees at least 4 weeks’ paid leave in line with Irish law Healthcare: Coverage provided through Irish Life Health and DeCare, including medical, dental, and vision for you and your eligible dependents Life & Disability Protection: Long-term disability and death-in-service benefits included Pension: Employer contributions through our Personal Retirement Savings Program (PRSA) Generous paid parental leave for all parents, with additional time for birthing parents TaxSaver & Bike to Work Schemes for commuting flexibility and savings Paid medical, caregiver, and pregnancy loss leave to support life’s unexpected moments Flexible stipends for: Health & wellness Cellphone & internet Home office setup Learning & development What to expect in the hiring process (all video interviews unless accommodations are needed): Interview with a Talent Acquisition Partner Interview with Hiring Manager (Technical Instructor Manager) After that we’ll ask you to live teach a 15 minute lesson to see your teaching in action Team interviews with current instructors and our Head of Training #LI-LC1 dbt Labs is an equal opportunity employer, committed to building an inclusive team that welcomes diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Even if your experience doesn’t perfectly align with the job description, we encourage you to apply—we value potential just as much as a perfect resume. Want to learn more about our focus on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at dbt Labs? Check out our DEI page . dbt Labs reserves the right to amend or withdraw the posting at any time. For employees outside the United States, dbt Labs offers a competitive benefits package. RSUs or comparable benefits may be offered depending on the legal or country limitations. Privacy Notice Supplement to Privacy Notice - Californians Supplement to Privacy Notice - EEA/UK Create a Job Alert Interested in building your career at dbt Labs? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email. 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