Lead Software Engineer (Data Engineer)

Mastercard, a global leader in payment technology, is seeking a Lead Software Engineer (Data Engineer) to join their Identity Graph & Ingestion team. This role is crucial in designing and maintaining large-scale data processing systems, primarily using the Spark framework and Scala. The position is part of the Identity Verification group, which leverages machine learning models and proprietary data sets to help customers reduce transaction risks and prevent fraud.

The role sits within the Data Platform team, focusing on organizing, transforming, and governing data used by machine learning models and Data Science teams. The successful candidate will work in a geographically diverse Scrum team, collaborating with colleagues across the US west coast and central Europe. They will be responsible for designing and implementing big data processing systems, creating technical documentation, and leading system improvements.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced data engineer who excels in working with data at scale and has strong knowledge of algorithms and processing complexity. The role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies while contributing to Mastercard's mission of powering an inclusive, digital economy that benefits everyone, everywhere.

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise in Spark, SQL, and Scala, combined with experience in Databricks and Airflow. They should have a proven track record of working with cloud platforms (preferably AWS) and a solid understanding of machine learning workflows. Leadership qualities are essential, as the role involves mentoring team members, conducting technical interviews, and driving engineering culture improvements.

At Mastercard, you'll be part of a company that powers economies and empowers people in over 200 countries and territories worldwide. The organization is committed to building a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper, making this an excellent opportunity for those who want to make a significant impact in the global payments industry.