Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Pinterest is a platform that inspires creativity and helps users plan memorable experiences. They are seeking a Staff Software Engineer to build a high-performance batch processing platform and infrastructure, working with big data technologies at a large scale.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and optimize Pinterest’s batch processing infrastructure
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data needs
- Lead technical projects and initiatives, driving them to completion
- Mentor and guide junior engineers on best practices and architecture
- Ensure the reliability, scalability, and efficiency of data systems
Skills
- 6+ years of experience building and supporting large scalable big data infrastructure/platforms
- Extensive experience with big data query technologies such as Spark SQL or Presto/Trino
- Proven skills in designing and maintaining scalable data infrastructure
- Proficiency in programming languages like Java, Scala, or Python
- Strong problem-solving abilities and a drive for innovation
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across teams
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Computer Science or Engineering, or equivalent experience
Benefits
- The position is also eligible for equity.
- Information regarding the culture at Pinterest and benefits available for this position can be found here.
- We let the type of work you do guide the collaboration style. That means we're not always working in an office, but we continue to gather for key moments of collaboration and connection.
- This role will need to be in the office for in-person collaboration 1-2 times/quarter, and therefore can be situated anywhere in the country.
Company Overview
Pinterest is a visual bookmarking tool for saving and discovering creative ideas. It was founded in 2010, and is headquartered in San Francisco, California, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.pinterest.com/.