Data Platform Engineer

PrizePicks

Remote, US
Base: $100,000 to $150,000; bonus/equity: not spec...
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3+ years platform engineering experience
Proficient in kafka flink pubsub streaming
Expert in python and go coding
** PrizePicks is seeking a Data Platform Engineer to build and maintain their cutting-edge data platform for real-time sports analytics and machine learning applications. The role focuses on developing scalable data solutions that enhance user experience in daily fantasy sports, with an emphasis on low-latency services and data security. **

Job Summary

  • The role involves building a modern data platform to scale core data engineering and machine learning capabilities for the fastest-growing sports company in North America.
  • Candidates will design robust data security architectures and ensure 99.99% availability for both batch and streaming data pipelines.
  • The position offers a salary range of $100,000 to $150,000 with opportunities to work remotely from anywhere in the U.S.

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** PrizePicks is seeking a Data Platform Engineer to build and maintain their cutting-edge data platform for real-time sports analytics and machine learning applications. The role focuses on developing scalable data solutions that enhance user experience in daily fantasy sports, with an emphasis on low-latency services and data security. **

Salary

Base: $100,000 to $150,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 3+ years Platform Engineering experience
  • Proficient in Kafka Flink PubSub streaming
  • Expert in Python and Go coding
  • Deep experience with Docker Kubernetes
  • Cloud services GCP or AWS expertise
  • Big data technologies Spark Iceberg Redis

Nice-to-have

  • Background in DFS oddsmaking or trading
  • Experience bridging batch and real-time streams
  • Enabling self-service for Data teams
  • AI agents for repetitive tasks usage
  • Building REST APIs and libraries

Key Requirements

  • 3+ years experience in Platform Engineering
  • Proven track record in high-traffic production environments
  • Full development lifecycle contribution experience

Work Rights

Not specified

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