Brightcove is hiring a
Principal Data Engineer

Summary

Join our dynamic team as a Principal Data Engineer and play a pivotal role in data modernization. You will design, develop, and maintain scalable data infrastructure and pipelines that support our organization's data needs.

Requirements

• 12+ years of experience in data engineering or a related field
• Proven track record of designing and implementing large-scale data systems and pipelines
• Extensive experience with Snowflake, GCP, AWS, Kafka and Kubernetes
• Strong proficiency in Java and Python
• Hands-on experience with batch processing and data transformation using Airflow and DBT
• Proven experience in building and integrating APIs
• Fluency in data warehouse design and optimization techniques
• Expertise in data architecture and system design
• Proficiency in using CI/CD tools for data workflows
• Strong understanding of data governance practices and data quality management
• Advanced skills in data warehouse design, performance tuning, and optimization
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to coach and mentor team members effectively

Responsibilities

• Architect and Design Data Systems: Lead the design and implementation of scalable data architectures and pipelines using Snowflake, GCP, AWS, and other technologies
• Develop and Maintain Data Pipelines: Build and optimize data pipelines and ETL processes using Python, Java, and DBT
• Data Infrastructure Management: Oversee the management and optimization of data infrastructure components, including cloud platforms (GCP, AWS) and container orchestration tools (Kubernetes)
• CI/CD Integration: Implement and manage continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) processes for data engineering workflows using relevant tools and technologies
• Monitoring and Alerting: Set up and manage monitoring and alerting systems to ensure data pipelines and infrastructure are operating smoothly. Troubleshoot and resolve issues as they arise
• Data Governance: Establish and enforce data governance practices to ensure data quality, security, and compliance
• API Development: Build and integrate APIs to facilitate data exchange and ensure seamless connectivity between different systems and platforms
• Coaching and Collaboration: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior data engineers and team members. Foster a collaborative environment that encourages learning and professional development
• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation for data pipelines, architecture designs, and processes

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or a related field. Advanced degree is a plus
• Certification in relevant technologies (e.g., AWS Certified Data Analytics, Google Professional Data Engineer)
• Experience with advanced monitoring and alerting tools
• Familiarity with data governance frameworks and compliance standards (e.g., GDPR, CCPA)

Benefits

• Base salary is just one component of Brightcove’s total rewards program
• Bonus or commission
• Brightcove stock
• Unlimited paid time off
• 401(K) matching
• Health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• Generous employer Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions
• Tuition reimbursement
• 100% paid parental leave