Description:

Second Dinner is an award-winning independent game development studio focused on creating the most fun games in the world, including the acclaimed game MARVEL SNAP.
The company operates as a remote-first studio, allowing talented individuals to work from anywhere in the United States.
The Data Team plays a vital role in enhancing player experiences through data-driven decision-making and innovative analytics tools.
The Senior Data Engineer will report to the Director of Data and will be responsible for building and operating data infrastructure to support marketing and game teams.
Key responsibilities include ensuring high-quality and accessible data, developing robust data pipelines, and collaborating with various teams to refine user acquisition and retention strategies.

Requirements:

Candidates must have extensive expertise in data infrastructure and data engineering.
Demonstrated experience with large-scale distributed data systems such as Spark and Flink is required.
Deep knowledge of analytical database technologies, including SQL and NoSQL, is essential.
Proficiency in SQL and Python is necessary for this role.
Experience with database technologies and ETL/ELT processes is required.
Familiarity with orchestration and automation tools like Airflow and Beam is needed.
Experience with Databricks and AWS-based data/analytics solutions is a must.
Knowledge of marketing platforms and data tools such as Braze and AppsFlyer is preferred.
Proven success in collaborative cross-functional work environments is essential.
A passion for serving a diverse and global player base is required.

Second Dinner offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, covering 100% of premiums for employees and 75% for dependents for many plans.
A 401(k) contribution plan is available with no waiting period.
Employees receive 16 weeks of paid parental leave with no waiting period.
A home office improvement bonus is provided to support remote work setups.
Paid vacation and sick time are included in the benefits package.
Up to 10 BetterHelp sessions are covered each benefits plan year.
The company operates on a remote-first basis with core overlap hours between 10 AM and 4 PM PT.
There are company-wide shutdowns during the Winter Holiday (Dec 25-Jan 1) and Summer Holiday (week of July 4).
Employees can participate in company events, including an in-person Summer all-hands gathering, an in-person holiday party, and various virtual events throughout the year.