Staff Data Engineer

Join our dynamic CRM data engineering team as a full-time engineer, where you will have the opportunity to work on big data ecosystems that support the eCommerce and CRM Domain for Fanatics. This role focuses on developing, expanding, and optimizing our data pipelines and architecture, ensuring efficient data flow and effective data collection across cross-functional teams.

What are we looking for?

- BS/MS in Computer Science or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

- A minimum of 5-6 years of experience in software engineering, with hands-on experience in building data pipelines and big data technologies.

- Proficiency with Big Data technologies such as Apache Spark, Apache Iceberg, Amazon Redshift, Athena, EMR, and other AWS services (S3, Lambda, EMR).

- Expertise in at least one programming language: Python, Java, or Scala.

- Extensive experience in designing and building data models, integrating data from various sources, building ETL/ELT and data-flow pipelines, and supporting all parts of the data platform.

- Expert-level SQL programming knowledge and experience.

- Strong data analysis skills, capable of making data-driven arguments and effective visualizations.

- Energetic, enthusiastic, and detail-oriented.

Bonus Points

- Experience in e-commerce/retail domain.

- Knowledge on StarRocks.

- Knowledge in Web Services, API integration, data exchanges with third parties and streaming platforms.

- A passion for producing high-quality analytics deliverables.

ABOUT US

Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. The company ignites the passions of global sports fans and maximizes the presence and reach for hundreds of sports partners globally by offering innovative products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans, a global partner network with over 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, teams, players associations, athletes, celebrities, colleges, and college conferences, and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail business stores.     As a market leader with more than 18,000 employees, and hundreds of partners, suppliers, and vendors worldwide, we take responsibility for driving toward more ethical and sustainable practices. We are committed to building an inclusive Fanatics community, reflecting and representing society at every level of the business, including our employees, vendors, partners and fans. Fanatics is also dedicated to making a positive impact in the communities where we all live, work, and play through strategic philanthropic initiatives. 

ABOUT THE TEAM

Fanatics Commerce is a leading designer, manufacturer, and seller of licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods. It operates a vertically-integrated platform of digital and physical capabilities for leading sports leagues, teams, colleges, and associations globally – as well as its flagship site, www.fanatics.com.    Fanatics Commerce has a broad range of online, sports venue, and vertical apparel partnerships worldwide, including comprehensive partnerships with leading leagues, teams, colleges, and sports organizations across the world—including the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, MLS, Formula 1, and Australian Football League (AFL); the Dallas Cowboys, Golden State Warriors, Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester United, Chelsea FC, and Tokyo Giants; the University of Notre Dame, University of Alabama, and University of Texas; the International Olympic Committee (IOC), England Rugby, and the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA).

Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally.