About the job
Join FloSports, a leader in providing exceptional digital streaming experiences for millions of fans, families, and athletes involved in underserved sports. Our innovative platform connects both casual and dedicated fans, showcasing thrilling live events globally with interactive features, real-time analytics, and robust broadcast technology. As the premier destination for niche sports content, we offer everything from breaking news and expert analysis to feature films and documentaries. Our diverse team—comprising technologists, athletes, creators, and fans across various sports—shares a common goal: to elevate underrepresented sports communities. Be part of our mission to create the ultimate sports destination!
THE ROLE:
As a Staff Data Platform Engineer at FloSports, you will integrate Data Engineering, Backend Engineering, and Cloud Engineering to create impactful solutions. Your expertise will be critical in designing, building, and delivering reliable, scalable, and efficient data services that enhance Flo's next-generation fan experiences.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Architect and design complex, large-scale distributed systems.
Develop and maintain scalable, fault-tolerant microservices for real-time and batch data processing.
Create and uphold high-performance REST APIs emphasizing scalability, reliability, and maintainability.
Design and implement efficient data models and queries for optimal storage and retrieval across SQL and NoSQL databases.
Lead initiatives for data quality, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and reliability across the platform.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate platform requirements into effective technical solutions.
Establish technical standards and best practices for code quality, testing, and observability across engineering teams.
Mentor and guide engineers through code reviews, design discussions, and direct support.
Take full ownership of the software development lifecycle, including deployment, monitoring, and incident response.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
10+ years of experience in Data Engineering, Backend Development, or Cloud Engineering.

