Staff Software Engineer, Batch Processing Platform

We're looking for a Staff Software Engineer to help build a high-performance, efficient, and easy-to-use batch processing platform and infrastructure at Pinterest. You'll work on big data open-source technologies like Spark, Presto/Trino, Iceberg, etc., at the scale of hundreds of petabytes of data.

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.

Requirements:

• 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.

In-Office Requirement Statement:

• This role requires in-person collaboration 1-2 times/quarter.

Relocation Statement:

• This position is not eligible for relocation assistance.

Salary Range:

• $177,185-$364,795 USD