[Remote] Senior Software Engineer, Big Data

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. ZipRecruiter is an online employment marketplace powered by AI-driven smart matching technology that connects businesses and job seekers. The Senior Software Engineer, Big Data will build scalable data processing pipelines, machine learning infrastructure, cloud-based systems, and distributed applications that support the company’s intelligence and marketplace.

Responsibilities

• Build data processing and exploration pipelines along with ML infrastructure to power our intelligence
• Deploy a range of cloud-based technologies for critical projects
• Write, test, instrument, and deploy code to our Kubernetes environment
• Help drive the innovation and evolution of ZipRecruiter

Skills

• 5+ years of professional software development experience with a focus on Python and big data technologies
• Experience with Spark, Kafka, Hadoop, Hive, and/or other big data technologies
• Comprehensive computer science fundamentals in coding, object-oriented programming, data structures, and algorithms
• Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and/or Kubernetes
• 8+ years of professional software development experience, with a focus on Python and big data technologies
• BS/MS/PhD in Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, related technical field or equivalent practical experience
• Experience with data integration tools like Apache Kafka, Flume, and NiFi
• Familiarity with data storage technologies such as Delta Lake, HBase, Cassandra, and MongoDB
• Familiarity with Apache Hudi, Apache Beam, Apache Flink, Google Cloud Dataflow, Amazon Kinesis Data Analytics, and/or Azure Databricks

Benefits

• We offer a hybrid work environment. Most US-based positions can also be performed remotely (any exceptions will be noted in the Minimum Qualifications below.)
• Flexible Vacation & Paid Time Off
• Employer-matched 401(k) plan
• Depending on the position offered, equity, bonuses, commission, or other forms of compensation may also be provided as part of a total compensation package
• A full range of medical, financial, and other benefits

Company Overview

ZipRecruiter is an online employment marketplace, connecting millions of employers and job seekers through mobile and email services. It was founded in 2010, and is headquartered in Santa Monica, California, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.ziprecruiter.com.

Company H1B Sponsorship

ZipRecruiter has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 9 in 2026, 33 in 2025, 15 in 2024, 13 in 2023, 16 in 2022, 13 in 2021, 3 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.