Data Engineering Open Forum
San Francisco | April 16th, 2026
The most anticipated data engineering community conference of the year, organized by Data Engineer Things (DET)
// Community-driven content with technical depth
// Make connections that outlive the event
// Onsite recruiting with Airbnb, Netflix, and OpenAI
The Data Engineering Open Forum (DEOF) is a world-class community conference that practitioners and leaders actively seek out, not just for its content, but for the authentic experience it delivers.
Community Driven
Our sessions, curated and approved by the program committee , will be technically deep and community-driven, reflecting the real challenges and innovations shaping the data engineering landscape.
Lasting Connections
We aim to create an inclusive space where meaningful conversations happen not only in sessions but everywhere, empowering you to build lasting connections and collaborate in ways that outlive the conference itself.
Career Opportunities
Top tech companies (including Airbnb, Netflix, and OpenAI) will be recruiting onsite. Explore open job roles, meet the hiring teams in person, and make connections that can turn into real next steps after the event.
// We are still finalizing the agenda. Check back later for the latest schedule and speaker updates.
8:30 AM
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9:30 AM
đź“‹ Check-in & Breakfast
9:30 AM
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10:15 AM
Open Remarks
9:30 AM - 9:45 AM
10:30 AM
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11:15 AM
11:30 AM
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12:15 PM
12:15 PM
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2:00 PM
🥗 Lunch
2:00 PM
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2:45 PM
3:00 PM
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3:45 PM
4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
Closing Remarks
4:45 PM - 5:00 PM
5:00 PM
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7:00 PM
🍹 Happy Hour & Networking
(Sponsored by Databricks and Datadog)
Throughout the day, you'll be able to stop by the booth to:
Connect 1:1 with experienced data engineers and mentors
Join small-group networking sessions with fellow practitioners
Learn how to get involved with the DET community
1:1 Mentorship Sessions
To ensure you get dedicated time, we offer pre-booked 1:1 mentorship conversations. You can also walk up during the event, but pre-booking is recommended.
Networking Sessions
Meet fellow data engineers during the event, start meaningful conversations, and make the most of your DEOF experience on the conference day.
Our event partners are looking for top talent in data engineering! Check out open job roles, meet the hiring teams in person at the event, and make connections that can turn into real next steps after the event.
Watch session recordings from our previous events: DEOF 2025 and DEOF 2024.
“The Future of Data Engineering” Panel - Data Engineering Open Forum 2025
Inna Giguere, Director of Data Engineering at Netflix
Ryan Blue, Technical Staff at Databricks
Jerry Wang, Data Infrastructure Senior Leader at Airbnb
// Thank you to our partners for supporting the community.
* Happy Hour is jointly sponsored by Databricks and Datadog.
Data Engineer Things
This event is organized by Data Engineer Things (DET), a global community built by data engineers for data engineers. Our mission is to create an open and safe space for data professionals to learn and connect.
Event Production
ImagineX Productions
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