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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Development Engineer II (Senior Data Engineer), HD Core - **Company:** Mapbox - **Location:** Washington, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Geographic Information Systems, Airflow, Amazon Web Services, Business Analytics Applications, Data Analysis, Big Data, Cloud Computing, Continuous Integration, Database Queries, Software Design Patterns, Distributed Systems, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Open Source Technology, Software Architecture, Query Optimization, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Strategies of Testing, Workflow Management Systems, Cloud Platform System, Apache Spark, Luigi, Programming Languages - **Published:** August 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://arc.dev/remote-jobs/j/redirect/pelcfmjxf8 ## About the Role * Expert knowledge of at least one programming language (Python, Scala, or Java) and strong software engineering fundamentals. * Extensive experience designing and building large-scale data processing applications and pipelines on AWS or another cloud platform. * Strong SQL skills with deep understanding of query optimization, execution planning, and large-scale data processing. * Deep understanding of distributed computing principles and hands-on experience with frameworks such as Spark. * Experience designing and maintaining reliable data workflows using orchestration tools such as Airflow, Dagster, Prefect, or Luigi. * Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns, testing strategies, and CI/CD practices. * Experience making architectural and technical decisions, balancing scalability, reliability, and maintainability. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to drive complex technical initiatives. * Excellent communication skills and experience collaborating across cross-functional teams. * Fluent English, both written and spoken. Nice to Have Traits for This Role * Prior experience in the mapping, navigation, or automotive industry. * Knowledge of machine learning techniques for geospatial data analysis. * Contributions to open-source geospatial or data analysis projects. ## Description As a Senior Software Development Engineer you can expect to: * Lead the initiation, design (requirements and specifications), and building of the product roadmap for algorithmic stages within cloud applications. * Code and develop relevant algorithmic stages within cloud applications, utilizing technologies such as Python, SQL, AWS, and Spark, while ensuring high scalability. * Collaborate across multiple R&D teams to seamlessly integrate analytics solutions into our mapping products. * Work closely with engineering teams to align product development with strategic objectives. * Engage in direct communication with trend-setting customers., In addition to our core values, which are not unique to this position and are necessary for Mapbox leaders: * We value high-performing creative individuals who dig into problems and opportunities. * We believe in individuals being their whole selves at work. We commit to this mission through supportive health care, parental leave, flexibility for the things that come up in life, and innovating on how we think about supporting our people. * We emphasize an environment of teaching and learning to equip employees with the tools needed to be successful in their function and the company. * We strongly believe in the value of growing a diverse team and encourage people of all backgrounds, genders, ethnicities, abilities, and sexual orientations to apply. ## Related Videos - [From Messy Queries to Scalable Systems - How Data Engineering actually works](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100203-from-messy-queries-to-scalable-systems-how-data-engineering-actually-works) - [Alibaba Big Data and Machine Learning Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/37-alibaba-big-data-and-machine-learning-technology) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [AI Model Management Life Circles: ML Ops For Generative AI Models From Research to Deployment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1152-ai-model-management-life-circles-ml-ops-for-generative-ai-models-from-research-to-deployment) - [PySpark - Combining Machine Learning & Big Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/44-pyspark-combining-machine-learning-big-data) - [Modern Data Architectures need Software Engineering](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1030-modern-data-architectures-need-software-engineering) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers)