Senior Data Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Culver City, CA that is seeking a Senior Data Engineer to oversee the development and implementation of analytical data pipelines that drive decision-making across the organization and help shape the future of our DTC AVOD and FAST platforms - ultimately influencing the vision, launch, and growth of our company.

Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the design and development of data pipelines related to streaming video analytics to create high quality, analytics-ready datasets used by data scientists and data visualization teams in self-service analytics tools, and to power business-critical intelligence by the insights and strategy team
* Translate complex business requirements into the design of robust engineering and operational processes
* Assess source data fitness and understand the data collection methodologies for the AVOD/SVOD product portfolio; Anticipate source data quality challenges and lead solutioning to ensure downstream tools receive highly accurate, reliable data
* Contribute to fast-paced agile teams to build new analytical tools; Source and harmonize data from disparate systems, collaborating closely with product, data science, and data visualization teams
* Advocate for best practices in analytics engineering, promoting use of tools and processes to ensure scalability, reliability, and performance
* Work closely with Product teams to define data requirements and ensure data architecture and pipelines support both new and existing data product roadmaps
* Effectively collaborate with non-technical stakeholders to understand business requirements and with technical partners across multiple disciplines to design elegant solutions; Deliver business impact within a fast-paced, agile environment
* Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and security across systems; Partner with application engineers, IT teams, and Infosec on data architecture and governance initiatives

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Business Analytics, or related fields; Advanced degrees are a plus
* 7+ years in data modelling, analytics engineering, data engineering, or related technical roles in a production environment; Hands-on experience with AVOD/SVOD streaming or FAST channels, video content management or video ad management is a must; Direct-to-consumer experience preferred
* Proficiency with modern cloud data platforms (e.g., AWS/Redshift, Snowflake, Google Cloud Platform/BigQuery)
* Expert-level SQL and Python skills required; Experience building transformation pipelines in dbt experience is preferred
* Hands-on experience with modern orchestration tools, Airflow preferred
* Familiarity with CI/CD workflows, version control, and automated testing frameworks to meet data quality standards
* Background in entertainment, with a deep understanding of the TV and streaming landscape across linear, digital, AVOD, FAST, SVOD, and emerging platforms
* Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

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