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TwilioTwilioUnited States

Staff Software Engineer (L4) Data Platform

Architects scalable data systems and platforms using distributed technologies like Spark, Kafka, and AWS. Mentors engineers and drives innovation on large-scale data projects, requiring 8+ years experience and expertise in data infrastructure.

171k – 214k
Remote8+ YOEData Engineering

About the role

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a subject matter expert in distributed systems, data technologies, with strong software engineering skills.
  • Architect and implement scalable and efficient data systems, storage solutions, and processing frameworks using state-of-the-art technologies.
  • Drive technical innovation and research to stay at the forefront of emerging data technologies and best practices.
  • Mentor and coach a team of talented engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into scalable and efficient technical solutions.
  • Ensure data quality, integrity, and security throughout the data lifecycle, adhering to industry best practices and compliance standards.

Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • 8+ years of experience in software development, or a related field.
  • Proven track record of architecting and delivering complex data projects at scale, with a deep understanding of data infrastructure and distributed systems.
  • Expertise in big data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, Kafka, and other distributed computing systems.
  • Experience designing, building, and operating large-scale systems using AWS technologies.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Scala, with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Experience designing or working with Data Lakehouse architectures, including hands-on experience with Hudi, Iceberg, or Delta data formats.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence technical decisions and drive alignment across teams.
  • Strong leadership skills, with a track record of mentoring and developing junior engineers.
  • Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and deliver results under tight timelines.

Desired

  • Contributions to OSS projects is a bonus.
  • Familiarity with data modeling, data warehousing, and ETL processes is a plus.

Compensation

$171,120.00 to $213,900.00

Skills

PythonJavaScalaHadoopSparkKafkaAWSHudiIcebergDelta Lake

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