Staff Software Engineer, Data Platform

About this kind of role

What a Staff Software Engineer, Data Platform usually does. The employer's own details are in the listing.

Typically does: A Staff Software Engineer on a Data Platform team designs, builds, and maintains the infrastructure and systems that collect, process, store, and analyze large datasets. This role involves collaborating with data scientists, analysts, and other engineers to ensure data is accessible, reliable, and performant. Responsibilities often include leading technical projects, mentoring junior engineers, and contributing to architectural decisions. The role frequently requires a deep understanding of data warehousing principles and distributed systems.

Tools and skills: Proficiency in programming languages like Python, Java, or Scala, experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), SQL, and data processing frameworks such as Spark or Hadoop are typically required.

Good fit for: Individuals with extensive experience in software engineering and a strong passion for data and its applications thrive in this role.