Senior Data Engineer, Ad Product Sales at Tubi

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Media, Entertainment, AdvertisingIndustries

Requirements

BSc/MSc in Computer Science or related field
7+ years of industry experience, at least 5 of which are in a data engineering (or data-centric software engineering) role
Track record of building and operating scalable, flexible, and always-on data pipelines
A desire and ability to truly understand and serve the business problems and use-cases you will be working with
Fluent in data manipulation and SQL
Strong knowledge of Spark, Python (libraries like pandas and polars, helpful)
Strong experience with Databricks (SQL Warehouses, Jobs Clusters, and Serverless)
Familiarity with DBT and Airflow
Experience with cloud providers and cloud storage (AWS preferred)
Experience with efficiently working with datasets at TB scale
Service and data quality oriented
A passion for shipping production quality code with good test coverage
Ability to prioritize tasks and self-motivate without constant supervision

Responsibilities

Be the primary owner of the data needs of a specific product vertical (everything from raw-data ingestion to end-user analysis)
Build intuitive, easy-to-use, and high quality datasets using Spark and DBT
Track down data quality issues when they arise, and set appropriate data quality monitors and alerts to help prevent future incidents
Participate in the occasional on-call rotation (12-hr shifts, ~1-2/month)
Understand your product vertical's datasets, with an ability to document and educate your team on how certain tables / fields are meant to be used
Be the liaison between your product vertical and the core data infrastructure team to make sure business needs are met in a computationally efficient manner

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

SparkDBTData PipelinesBig DataETLData Ingestion

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience level is required for this Senior Data Engineer role?

The role requires 7+ years of industry experience, with at least 5 years in a data engineering or data-centric software engineering role.

What technical skills are essential for this position?

Candidates need to be fluent in data manipulation and SQL, with strong knowledge of Spark and Python (including libraries like pandas and polars). Experience building scalable data pipelines using Spark and DBT is also required.

Is there an on-call requirement for this role?

Yes, the role involves participating in an occasional on-call rotation with 12-hour shifts, approximately 1-2 per month.

What education is required for this position?

A BSc or MSc in Computer Science or a related field is required.

What does a strong candidate for this role look like?

A strong candidate has a track record of building and operating scalable data pipelines, a desire to understand business problems, and the ability to own data needs from ingestion to analysis while mentoring others.

Tubi

Free ad-supported movie and TV streaming

About Tubi

Tubi provides a free streaming service that allows users to watch a large selection of movies and TV shows without any subscription fees. The platform operates on an ad-supported model, meaning that while users can access content for free, they will see advertisements during their viewing. This approach makes Tubi appealing to individuals who are looking for quality entertainment without the costs associated with services like Netflix or Hulu. Tubi primarily targets a diverse audience, including budget-conscious consumers and those who prefer streaming over traditional cable TV. Currently, Tubi operates in the United States and is working on meeting GDPR requirements to expand into European markets. The company's goal is to offer accessible entertainment while generating revenue through advertising partnerships.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2014Year Founded

$73MTotal Funding

ACQUISITIONCompany Stage

Consumer Goods, EntertainmentIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

Compensation - Every employee is paid a competitive & equitable salary.

Benefits - We offer generous coverage for health, dental, vision, and more for you and your dependents.

Parental Leave Program - We are proud to support growing families of all shapes and sizes and types. We welcome each new addition with generous paid time off to bond with your new addition.

Wellness - Tubi cares about your well being inside and out. That’s why we offer multiple coverage options for mental and physical well being for you and your family as well as a fitness stipend.

Tuition Reimbursement Program - Your professional growth and development are important to Tubi and we’re here to support you.

401(k) Match - Investing in your future is important to us. From our highly-rated retirement savings matches to financial advisors and planning services, we offer many resources to help keep you financially fit.

Risks

'Scenes' may struggle to differentiate from TikTok and Instagram Reels.

UK expansion faces regulatory and competitive challenges from local streaming services.

Past perceptions of Tubi as a 'scam' may hinder brand trust and growth.

Differentiation

Tubi offers a vast library of free, ad-supported content, unlike subscription services.

The 'Scenes' feature provides TikTok-style clips to enhance content discovery.

Tubi's partnerships with creators like Issa Rae boost its appeal to diverse audiences.

Upsides

Growing interest in ad-supported streaming boosts Tubi's user base and ad revenue.

The 'Scenes' feature aligns with the trend of short-form video consumption.

Tubi's potential European expansion opens new markets and revenue streams.

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