Senior Data Engineer, Analytics

Who you are

You have 5+ years of experience in data engineering, building and maintaining data pipelines that support analytics and decision-making processes. Your expertise in SQL and Python allows you to create efficient data models and workflows that enhance data accessibility and usability across teams. You are familiar with cloud platforms like AWS and have experience with data processing frameworks such as Apache Spark and Airflow, enabling you to handle large datasets effectively.

You understand the importance of data quality and integrity, and you have a track record of implementing best practices in data governance. Your collaborative spirit shines through as you work closely with data scientists and engineering teams to ensure that the data infrastructure meets the needs of various stakeholders. You are passionate about leveraging data to drive insights and improve user experiences, particularly in the gaming industry.

Desirable

Experience with BigQuery and PostgreSQL is a plus, as these tools are integral to our data ecosystem. Familiarity with machine learning concepts and how data engineering supports ML workflows will set you apart. You thrive in environments where you can innovate and contribute to building scalable data solutions that impact millions of users.

What you'll do

As a Senior Data Engineer at Discord, you will be responsible for designing and implementing robust data pipelines that facilitate data collection, transformation, and analysis. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify data needs and create solutions that empower product development and experimentation. Your role will involve optimizing existing data workflows and ensuring that data is readily available for analysis and reporting.

You will also play a key role in building the analytical backbone that supports various initiatives across the company, from product development to machine learning applications. Your work will directly influence how we understand user behavior and improve the Discord experience for our community of gamers.

In addition to technical responsibilities, you will mentor junior data engineers, sharing your knowledge and best practices to foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the team. You will participate in code reviews and contribute to the overall architecture of our data systems, ensuring they are scalable and maintainable.

What we offer

At Discord, we value our employees and offer a competitive salary and benefits package. You will have the opportunity to work in a collaborative and inclusive environment where your contributions are recognized and valued. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement — your unique perspective could be just what we need to enhance our data capabilities.

Join us in shaping the future of gaming communication and community building. Together, we can create a platform that enhances the gaming experience for millions of users worldwide.