Nubank

Staff Software Engineer, Data

Palo Alto · Staff+

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 2 days ago

Distributed SystemsKafkaMachine LearningSparkData EngineeringMLOpsLeadershipProblem SolvingMentoring

About the role

As a Staff Software Engineer (Data), you will be the technical cornerstone of our data ecosystem.
You aren't just a builder; you are a strategist who identifies data gaps before they become bottlenecks and treats data quality as a mission critical product.
You will set the technical bar for the entire function, ensuring that downstream trust remains unbreakable as we scale.

Architect Data Excellence: Design and evolve high scale data platforms, storage solutions, and transformation patterns that serve as the "gold standard" for the organization.
Drive Technical Strategy: Define the long term roadmap for data infrastructure, balancing immediate business needs with a 6-12 month strategic horizon.
Champion Data Contracts: Lead the implementation of robust data contracts and schema evolution practices to ensure reliability across global product teams.
NU), we combine proprietary technology, data intelligence, and an efficient operating model to deliver financial products that are simple, accessible, and human.
Twice a week in the office (Palo Alto) + quarterly trips to Sao Paulo (Brazil) to build relationships with coworkers.
Our recruitment process may involve the use of artificial intelligence-enabled tools, such as automated interview transcription and analysis, to support the evaluation process.

Extensive Technical Leadership: Proven experience leading large scale data engineering initiatives in global, high-growth technology environments.
Expertise in Distributed Systems: Deep mastery of data processing frameworks (such as Spark, Flink, or Kafka) and modern cloud data warehousing.
Strategic Acumen: Demonstrated ability to link technical decisions to business drivers like operational efficiency and customer acquisition costs.
Proactive Problem Solving: A track record of identifying architectural gaps and implementing fixes independently with high autonomy.
Demonstrated ability to link technical decisions to business drivers like operational efficiency and customer acquisition costs.
Required:
Systems Design Mastery: Ability to independently design and refine solutions for complex data problems, considering long-term scalability and user experience.

Deep mastery of data processing frameworks (such as Spark, Flink, or Kafka) and modern cloud data warehousing.

Total compensation includes base salary, RSUs and benefits.
Top Tier Medical Insurance
Top Tier Dental and Vision Insurance
20 days time off, 14 company holidays, and great culture that emphasizes work life balance.
Life Insurance and AD&D
Our learning platform of courses
Our language learning program
Our mental health and wellness assistance program
Extended maternity and paternity leaves
Health Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account

Nu is one of the largest digital financial platforms in the world, with more than 127 million customers across Brazil, Mexico, and Colombia.
Guided by our mission to fight complexity and empower people, we are redefining financial services in Latin America and this is still just the beginning of the purple future we're building.
Listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: NU), we combine proprietary technology, data intelligence, and an efficient operating model to deliver financial products that are simple, accessible, and human.
Our impact has been recognized by global rankings such as Time 100 Companies, Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies, and Forbes World's Best Bank.
Visit our institutional page Careers at Nu - Join our team! https://international.nubank.com.br/careers/
Pioneer architectural patterns that become reference implementations for the entire company.
Nu is the leading digital bank in Latin America, serving 135 million customers across Brazil, Mexico, and Colombia.
The company has been leading an industry transformation by leveraging data and proprietary technology to develop innovative products and services.
Guided by its mission to fight complexity and empower people, Nu caters to customers' complete financial journey, promoting financial access and advancement with responsible lending and transparency.

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