Senior Data Engineer

Job#: 3011057

Job Description:

Description/Comment: Disney Streaming is the leading premium streaming service offering live and on-demand TV and movies, with and without commercials, both in and outside the home. Operating at the intersection of entertainment and technology, Disney Streaming has a unique opportunity to be the number one choice for TV. We captivate and connect viewers with the stories they love, and we’re looking for people who are passionate about redefining TV through innovation, unconventional thinking, and embracing fun. Join us and see what this is all about.

The Product Performance Data Solutions team for the Data organization within Disney Streaming (DS), a segment under the Disney Media & Entertainment Distribution is in search of a Senior Data Engineer. As a member of the Product Performance team, you will work on building foundational datasets from clickstream and quality of service telemetry data – enabling dozens of engineering and analytical teams to unlock the power of data to drive key business decisions and provide engineering, analytics, and operational teams the critical information necessary to scale the largest streaming service. The Product Performance Data Solutions team is seeking to grow their team of world-class Data Engineers that share their charisma and enthusiasm for making a positive impact.

Responsibilities:

•Contribute to maintaining, updating, and expanding existing data pipelines in Python / Spark while maintaining strict uptime SLAs

•Architect, design, and code shared libraries in Scala and Python that abstract complex business logic to allow consistent functionality across all data pipelines

•Tech stack includes Airflow, Spark, Databricks, Delta Lake, Snowflake, Scala, Python

•Collaborate with product managers, architects, and other engineers to drive the success of the Product Performance Data and key business stakeholders

•Contribute to developing and documenting both internal and external standards for pipeline configurations, naming conventions, partitioning strategies, and more

•Ensure high operational efficiency and quality of datasets to ensure our solutions meet SLAs and project reliability and accuracy to all our partners (Engineering, Data Science, Operations, and Analytics teams)

•Be an active participant and advocate of agile/scrum ceremonies to collaborate and improve processes for our team

•Engage with and understand our customers, forming relationships that allow us to understand and prioritize both innovative new offerings and incremental platform improvements

•Maintain detailed documentation of your work and changes to support data quality and data governance requirements

Additional Information: NOTE: There will be no SPC for this role Interview process: 4 rounds (1 with HM, 2 tech rounds, and a final with Product) We need an expert in SQL, extensive experience with Scala, a proven self-starter (expected to discover the outcome, and then chase after it), not only able to speak technical but clearly articulate that info to the business as well.

Preferred Qualifications: Candidates with Click stream, user browse data are highly preferred

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.