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# Data Engineer, Wrapped, Fixed Term

- **Company:** Spotify
- **Location:** New York, NY, United States (Remote available)
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, BigQuery, Data Security, Data Systems, Decision Support Systems, Distributed Data Store, Distributed Systems, Data Flow Control, Python (Programming Language), Software Engineering, Apache Spark
- **Published:** May 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=328774db5eb1ed52

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Spark implementation?, * Experience of working in a product-driven engineering environment.

 * You have experience working with high-volume, heterogeneous datasets using distributed systems and big data technologies such as Python, Scala, Scio, Ray, Apache Spark, or similar frameworks.
 * You are proficient in designing and building distributed data pipelines in Python, Scala, or Java, including experience with frameworks such as Scio and platforms like Dataflow.
 * You understand data modeling, data access, and storage techniques across both batch and analytical processing systems.
 * You have experience working with large-scale analytical systems such as BigQuery or similar technologies.
 * You value iterative software development, data-driven decision making, reliability, responsible experimentation, and cost-efficient engineering practices.
 * You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy working closely with cross-functional teams across engineering, data science, and product.
 * You are a creative problem solver who enjoys building products that create meaningful experiences for millions of users.
 * You are excited by the challenge of turning research ideas and experimental concepts into reliable, scalable production systems.

## Description

* Partner with Data Scientists to evaluate and operationalize new Wrapped story concepts, balancing personalization, scalability, and eligibility requirements.
 * Build scalable systems that process large-scale listening data and generate insights that celebrate users' unique listening journeys.
 * Develop and optimize pipelines supporting AI-powered personalized playlist experiences and recommendation technologies.
 * Collaborate with partner teams to integrate social and shared listening experiences into Wrapped and adjacent user experiences.
 * Contribute to technical excellence by improving reliability, observability, performance, and development velocity across the squad's data systems.
 * Support experimentation and iteration on new storytelling concepts beginning early in the product development cycle.
 * Work cross-functionally with engineering, product, design, and music domain experts to bring large-scale personalized experiences to life.


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