Staff Engineer Data Platform at Redfin

This position is a hybrid role requiring employees to work from our headquarters location in Seattle WA every Tuesday and Wednesday and remote all other days.Redfin is redefining the $75 billion real estate industry through data technology and design. We use data at every level from powering customer experiences to driving intelligent pricing and market insights. The Data Platform team builds and operates the core systems that make this possible high-scale data infrastructure pipelines and services that keep Redfins data fast reliable and trusted.As a Technical Lead Engineer/Staff Engineer on the Data Platform team youll lead modernization of Redfins data ecosystem evolving legacy systems into scalable resilient cloud-native platforms that power the companys most data-intensive workloads.Who You AreArchitect build and operate large-scale data systems and infrastructure that connect streaming operational and analytical data across the company.Lead modernization of critical legacy systems simplifying complex workflows improving reliability and reducing operational overhead.Build platform capabilities and tools that enable other teams to move faster with confidence and governance.Partner with Data Engineering Machine Learning and Cloud Infrastructure teams to define shared standards frameworks and best practices.Drive technical direction across the data ecosystem influencing how data is ingested processed and served throughout Redfin.Deep knowledge of at least one AI code generation tool such as GitHub CoPilot Anthropic Claude Code Cursor or similarMentor engineers guide architectural decisions and set technical direction for high-impact cross-org platform initiatives.About You6 years of experience designing and delivering large-scale distributed systems infrastructure platforms or data platforms.Deep expertise: AWS Python Java Spark Streaming Kubernetes and Terraform (bonus for Ubuntu and Chef).Proven success modernizing legacy or high-complexity systems into maintainable cloud-native architectures.Strong systems-thinking mindset you see how pieces connect and how to simplify them.Adept at leading cross-functional initiatives and aligning multiple teams toward a shared vision.Using and evangelizing approved AI code generation tools to document architect and create codePassionate about platform reliability developer productivity and operational excellence.What We OfferCompetitive compensation packages with a salary bonuses and restricted stock grantsGenerous benefits including medical dental and vision insurance fully paid family leave and paid vacation.A high-growth company providing opportunities for continued professional development and growthYoull get far more responsibility than at a big company while at the same time far less stress than you will find in a 2-person garage startup.The compensation information below is provided in compliance with all applicable disclosure requirements. Base Pay Range: $180100.00 - 243600.00. Actual base pay will depend on varying circumstances including the position location individual qualifications market finances and other operational business needs. Compensation may also include bonuses and equity.We offer a generous benefits package including flexible vacation that supports the importance of time away from work for rest and relaxation 12 paid holidays paid parental leave sick leave (accrued at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked) medical dental and vision insurance benefits flexible spending account health savings account life and disability insurance fertility benefits Employee Assistance Programs and 401(k) employer match.#LI-HybridRedfin is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce.A diverse inclusive culture is vital to Redfins mission of making real estate better for people from all walks of life. Were proud that Redfin is a place where different points of view and backgrounds are encouraged and respected. We constantly strive to build a company that reflects the world around us based on our conviction that pursuing and developing talent of all types is the right way for a business to thrive over the long haul.Redfin provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination based on race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local law. If you need accommodation in the application or recruitment process because of a disability or special need please contact Redfin encourages individuals with criminal record histories to apply for employment and considers such individuals for employment consistent with the requirements of any applicable fair chance acts including but not limited to the California San Francisco and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Acts. Philadelphia applicants can access a copy of Philadelphia Fair Criminal Records Screening Standards ordinance poster here.Redfin accepts applications on an ongoing basis.Required Experience:Staff IC Key Skills Computer Science,Docker,Kubernetes,Python,VMware,C/C++,Go,System Architecture,gRPC,OS Kernels,Perl,Distributed Systems Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 180100 - 243600