Job Description
Are you ready to build the digital backbone of the world's most anticipated sporting event? The 2026 World Cup Legacy Tech team is seeking a visionary Senior Data Engineer to lead our infrastructure strategy.
As the United States prepares to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup, we are building a next-generation data ecosystem designed to handle massive real-time data streams from millions of fans, players, and officials. This is a unique opportunity to leave a lasting legacy in sports technology and enterprise infrastructure.
Responsibilities
- Architect and maintain scalable cloud data pipelines for real-time analytics and fan engagement tracking.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and security across all legacy systems.
- Implement machine learning models to predict fan traffic and optimize stadium operations.
- Lead migration strategies for legacy databases to modern, serverless architectures.
- Monitor system performance and uptime, ensuring 99.99% availability for critical event data.
- Develop comprehensive documentation and best practices for the 2026 data ecosystem.
Qualifications
- 8+ years of experience in data engineering, cloud architecture, or big data solutions.
- Proficiency in Python, SQL, and experience with distributed data processing (e.g., Spark, Kafka).
- Deep expertise in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
- Experience with event-driven architecture and real-time data streaming technologies.
- Strong background in data security, compliance (GDPR/CCPA), and disaster recovery planning.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.