Forter

Senior Data Platform Engineer

London, England, United Kingdom

$150,000 – $220,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
InternshipJob Type
UnknownVisa
Data Engineering, Cloud ComputingIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must possess at least five years of engineering experience, including experience managing large data infrastructure, proficiency in at least one programming language such as Python or Java/Kotlin, proven experience with distributed systems and data-intensive applications, and hands-on experience with cloud platforms, particularly AWS. Strong knowledge of data systems, including relational and non-relational data stores, and experience with big data tools and frameworks (e.g., Apache Spark, Kafka, Flink or Snowflake) are required.

Responsibilities

The Senior Data Platform Engineer will design, implement, and maintain scalable, reliable, and efficient data infrastructure solutions, lead projects requiring coordination across engineering, product teams, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions on time, act as a liaison across multiple teams to drive alignment on data engineering initiatives, and participate in on-call rotations to ensure the availability and performance of the systems. They will also contribute to innovative ideas for sustainable data management solutions and work closely with stakeholders to promote data quality and governance.

Skills

Python
Java/Kotlin
AWS
Distributed Systems
Relational Databases
Non-Relational Databases
Apache Spark
Kafka
Flink
Snowflake
Data Infrastructure
Data Management

Forter

Fraud prevention and identity protection services

About Forter

Forter provides a range of services designed to protect online businesses from fraud and abuse. Its offerings include identity protection to prevent unauthorized access and fraudulent purchases, fraud management that allows businesses to make instant decisions to stop fraudsters, and abuse prevention to identify unauthorized resellers and coupon abusers. Additionally, Forter focuses on payment optimization to enhance trust with banks and improve transaction conversion rates while ensuring compliance with European regulations like PSD2. The company also automates chargeback recovery to help businesses dispute and win claims. Unlike many competitors, Forter operates on a B2B model, charging businesses based on their size and transaction volume, and aims to enhance revenue protection and customer experience for online retailers.

Key Metrics

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2013Year Founded
$513.6MTotal Funding
SERIES_FCompany Stage
Cybersecurity, Financial ServicesIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Home Office Stipend
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Hybrid Work Options

Risks

Rising BNPL services complicate fraud detection and increase payment default risks.
Increased returns fraud challenges Forter's fraud prevention systems.
Shift to social media shopping introduces new fraud vectors for Forter to address.

Differentiation

Forter offers real-time, automated fraud prevention solutions for online merchants.
The company focuses on consumer-centric fraud prevention, enhancing customer experience and growth.
Forter's services include identity protection, fraud management, and payment optimization.

Upsides

Forter's AI enhancements improve decision capabilities, boosting fraud prevention effectiveness.
Partnerships with Shopify, Salesforce, and PwC enhance Forter's competitive positioning.
Integration with Gr4vy streamlines payments and mitigates risks for enterprise merchants.

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