Senior / Staff Software Engineer, Data Platform
$220k - $250kRecruiting from Scratch
Senior / Staff Software Engineer, Data Platform
Title of Role: Senior / Staff Software Engineer, Data Platform
Location: San Francisco, hybrid
Company Stage of Funding: Venture Round — Software Development, AI
Office Type: Hybrid
Salary: $220K–$250K
Company Description
We're representing a dynamic company at the forefront of AI and software development. This company is focused on building innovative data platforms that empower businesses to harness the power of their data. With a commitment to high ownership and product-driven engineering, they are looking for talented individuals to join their growing team.
What You Will Do
- Design and implement scalable data pipelines that support both real-time and batch processing.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI and LLM technologies into data workflows.
- Own data products end-to-end, ensuring high performance and reliability.
- Optimize existing data systems for latency, cost, and throughput.
- Utilize technologies such as Python, Kafka, Spark, and PostgreSQL to deliver impactful solutions.
- Drive the architecture and design of distributed systems that handle large-scale data operations.
- Participate in the entire development lifecycle, from ideation to production deployment.
Ideal Candidate Background
- 7–15 years of experience in backend or data platform engineering.
- Proven track record of building and owning data systems that are product-facing.
- Strong expertise in Python and SQL, with experience in Kafka, Spark, and Airflow.
- Background in data-intensive environments, preferably within startups or high-growth companies.
- Familiarity with OLAP systems like ClickHouse and cloud platforms such as AWS or GCP.
Preferred
- Experience integrating AI or LLMs into data workflows.
- Demonstrated ability to handle complex, ambiguous data challenges effectively.
- Excellent communication skills to liaise between technical and product teams.
Compensation and Benefits
The base salary for this role ranges from $220K to $250K, complemented by competitive equity options. This is an opportunity to join a company that values innovation and offers a collaborative work environment.
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