Technical Instructor, Dublin

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 - Eastern Standard Timezone in the US

We’re seeking a Technical Instructor with a passion for teaching and working with data to join our training team to develop curriculum and deliver instruction focused on dbt.

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)

Build curriculum independently

Gather and implement feedback and self-review teaching

What You'll Need

Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Computer Science, Data Analytics, Education, or similar).

2-4 years of technical instruction or related experience.

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

You have experience developing curricula and shipping courses fast

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.

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Remote Hiring Process

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 VP, Customer Services

Unlimited vacation time with a culture that actively encourages time off

401k plan with 3% guaranteed company contribution

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Generous paid parental leave

Flexible stipends for:

Health&Wellness

Home Office Setup

Cell Phone&Internet

Learning&Development

Office Space

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. In select locations (including Boston, Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, Austin, New York City, San Francisco, Washington, DC, and Seattle), an alternate range may apply, as specified below.

The typical starting salary range for this role is: $73,000 - $88,200 USD

The typical starting salary range for this role in the select locations listed is: $81,000 - $98,000 USD

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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.

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