[Remote] Staff Data Engineer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. OP is partnering with a fast-growing iGaming startup to hire talented individuals building the next generation of sweepstakes-based gaming experiences. The Staff Data Engineer will serve as a key contributor for the data foundations, designing and evolving systems that power real-time and batch data pipelines, and influencing architecture across various teams.ResponsibilitiesOwn and evolve the data platform architecture supporting real-time and batch workloadsDesign and build scalable, reliable data pipelines for gameplay, payments, and analyticsDefine canonical datasets, data models, and golden paths for data consumptionEnsure data correctness, auditability, and traceability in regulated environmentsDefine SLAs, monitoring, and operational standards for data systemsServe as an escalation point for complex data incidentsMentor senior engineers and influence architecture across teamsLeverage AI tools to accelerate development, testing, analysis, and documentationSkills8 12+ years building large-scale data systems in production environmentsExpertise in data platform architecture, pipelines, and distributed systemsStrong SQL plus proficiency in Python, Java, or ScalaExperience operating data platforms with SLAs, on-call rotation, and compliance requirementsFinTech, gaming, payments, or regulated environment experienceReal-time streaming, CDC, or event-driven architecturesExperience in stewarding canonical datasets and data governancePassion for gaming or entertainment platformsBenefits100% medical, dental & vision coverage (partial for dependents).401(k) employer match.Company OverviewOP is one of the fastest-growing technology consulting and solutions companies in the U.S. It was founded in 2006, and is headquartered in Irvine, California, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is http://www.orangepeople.com/.Company H1B SponsorshipOP has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 8 in 2025, 5 in 2024, 1 in 2023, 8 in 2022, 6 in 2021, 11 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.