Experienced Data Engineer – Privacy (Part-Time Remote Opportunity)

At blithequark, we're revolutionizing the way people consume entertainment and connect with each other. With over 230 million subscribers worldwide, we're constantly innovating and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Our latest initiatives, including a new advertising-supported model, games, and live content, have significantly increased the complexity and scope of our internal data ecosystem. As a result, we're seeking a talented Data Engineer to join our team and help us build robust, flexible, and privacy-driven data structures that meet the highest standards of data protection and compliance.

About blithequark

blithequark is a global leader in streaming entertainment, with a mission to entertain, inform, and connect people around the world. Our commitment to innovation, creativity, and customer satisfaction has made us a household name, and we're proud to be a part of the lives of millions of people worldwide. As we continue to grow and evolve, we're looking for talented individuals who share our passion for excellence and our dedication to making a positive impact.

The Role

As a Data Engineer on our Privacy team, you'll play a critical role in designing and building data pipelines that enable us to handle sensitive customer information with the utmost care and respect. You'll work closely with our security and compliance teams to develop data structures that meet the highest standards of data protection and compliance, and collaborate with our product teams to ensure that our data pipelines are efficient, scalable, and secure.

Key Responsibilities

* Design and build effective, flexible, and adaptable data pipelines to handle structured and unstructured data

• Develop a deep understanding of the data ecosystem at blithequark from a privacy perspective
• Collaborate with the privacy engineering teams to understand product objectives and provide data that enables us to respond to customer and regulatory information requests
• Maintain and reevaluate existing datasets and pipelines to ensure they meet the highest standards of data protection and compliance
• Join a talented team of data engineers who are passionate about improving our data protection practices and mitigating legal and regulatory risk

Essential Qualifications

* Strong background in data engineering, with a focus on data protection and compliance

• Proficiency in at least one programming language (Java, Python, or Scala) with a minimum of 2 years of experience in data engineering or a related field
• Excellent SQL skills, with experience working with large datasets and complex queries
• Experience designing data pipelines using big data technologies (Hive, Voila, Flash, Flink) on medium to large-scale datasets
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to take requirements and deliver flexible data models and pipelines

Preferred Qualifications

* Experience working with cloud-based data platforms (e.g. AWS, GCP, Azure)

• Familiarity with data governance and compliance frameworks (e.g. GDPR, CCPA)
• Strong understanding of data security and encryption principles
• Experience working with data visualization tools (e.g. Tableau, Power BI)
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams

What We Offer

* Competitive compensation and benefits package

• Opportunity to work on high-impact projects that drive business growth and innovation
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a talented team of data engineers
• Professional development and growth opportunities, with a focus on data protection and compliance
• Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options
• Access to cutting-edge technology and tools, with a focus on data engineering and analytics

How to Apply

If you're passionate about data engineering, data protection, and compliance, and you're looking for a challenging and rewarding role that will help you grow your career, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and a cover letter that highlights your experience and qualifications for this role. We can't wait to hear from you!

Equal Employment Opportunity

blithequark is an equal employment opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds and perspectives. Apply for this job