Data Engineer II

For our client, we are seeking a Data Engineer II to join the team of a leader in the Media space. This role will lead technical work focused on cloud-enabled scalability, reliability, and delivery excellence. You will partner with business, technical, and operational stakeholders to build reporting, surface trends, and translate analysis into action. The position offers the opportunity to strengthen data-driven execution and help teams focus on the metrics that matter most within a Media environment. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $120,000 – $135,000 annually Responsibilities Build and optimize data pipelines using Apache Spark and Python, processing billions of events Collaborate with senior engineers to enhance data pipelines through innovative solutions Oversee operational performance and uptime of your data builds Work with SRE teams to manage infrastructure via Terraform and AWS Identify and resolve impactful problems proactively Qualifications 2+ years of experience in data engineering roles Hands-on experience with Apache Spark (PySpark) for data pipeline construction Strong Python programming skills, especially in the context of Spark Familiarity with event-based data architecture like Kafka Knowledge of SQL for data analysis and transformation Experience with AWS and Terraform for infrastructure management Background in continuous integration using Jenkins or GitHub actions Benefits Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage from Day One Generous Time Off including holiday breaks and wellness days Equity opportunities and Employee Stock Purchase Plan Family-focused benefits and parental leave 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match Disability and Life Insurance coverage Cell Phone Subsidy for employees Monthly Fitness and Reimbursement support Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.