Senior Data Engineer

AI-powered entertainment company that discovers unknown stories and turns them into blockbuster hits through predictive algorithms
$76,000 - $98,000
Data
Senior Software Engineer
Hybrid
101 - 500 Employees
5+ years of experience
AI · Entertainment

Description For Senior Data Engineer

Inkitt is revolutionizing the entertainment industry by leveraging AI and predictive algorithms to discover and transform unknown stories into successful hits. As a Senior Data Engineer, you'll join a company that has become the 11th most bestseller-generating publisher globally, with a remarkable 40x higher hit rate than traditional publishers.

You'll be instrumental in designing and developing scalable data pipelines using cutting-edge tools like Airflow, Python, and dbt. Your role will involve creating robust data architectures that support the company's AI-driven story discovery platform and its various entertainment products, including the Galatea app and GalateaTV.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in data engineering, with advanced knowledge of pipeline tools and strong Python and SQL skills. You'll work in a fast-paced startup environment where autonomy, solution-oriented thinking, and data-driven decision-making are valued. The role offers significant opportunity for exponential career growth as part of building a next-gen entertainment powerhouse.

Inkitt offers an attractive benefits package including health coverage, professional development opportunities, and unique perks like team trips to Tulum and unlimited access to their entertainment platforms. The company's recent Series C funding from top VCs like Khosla, Kleiner Perkins, and NEA Ventures demonstrates its strong growth trajectory and market potential.

Join a diverse team from 20+ countries working at the intersection of AI and entertainment, where you'll have the chance to make a significant impact on the future of digital storytelling and content creation. This role offers both technical challenges and the excitement of being part of a transformative force in the entertainment industry.

Last updated 16 days ago

Responsibilities For Senior Data Engineer

  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines using Airflow, Python, and dbt to support data processing
  • Continuously improve data pipeline performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement monitoring
  • Collaborate with data engineers, product analysts, product managers, and other stakeholders
  • Establish and enforce data quality standards throughout the ETL process
  • Design and implement robust, scalable, and maintainable data architectures
  • Enable stakeholders to make data-driven decisions

Requirements For Senior Data Engineer

Python
  • Expertise in designing, building, maintaining, and improving data platforms and pipelines
  • Advanced knowledge of and experience with tools like Airflow and dbt
  • Expertise in Python and SQL for data engineering tasks
  • Experience in working in a dynamic and fast-paced startup environment

Benefits For Senior Data Engineer

401k
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Education Budget
  • 401k plan for US based employees
  • Health benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage
  • Professional coaching
  • Team-building events including annual Tulum trip
  • Unlimited access to Galatea app and Galatea TV app
  • Unlimited budget for self-development books
  • Charity donation at one year anniversary
  • Free lunch in office everyday
  • Class Pass membership for US based employees and gym access for Berlin employees
  • Dog friendly offices in San Francisco and Berlin

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