Cloud Data Platform Architect

We believe that we are better together, and at Tripadvisor we welcome you for who you are. Our workplace is for everyone, as is our people powered platform. At Tripadvisor, we want you to bring your unique identities, abilities, and experiences, so we can collectively revolutionize travel and together find the good out there.

Who we are: We believe that we are better together, and at Tripadvisor we welcome you for who you are. Our workplace is for everyone, as is our people powered platform. At Tripadvisor, we want you to bring your unique perspective and experiences, so we can collectively revolutionize travel and together find the good out there. Tripadvisor is the world’s largest travel website, and we have a LOT of data! With over 1 billion reviews, opinions, photos, and videos, reaching an audience of hundreds of millions worldwide each month.

We operate at the petabyte scale, with data and infrastructure spanning across multiple cloud environments and multiple brands. We are a data driven company and our data infrastructure forms the foundation. We are seeking a talented and experienced Cloud Data Platform Architect to modernize and transform how Tripadvisor Group leverages and treats data across all of our brands, starting with brand Tripadvisor.

In this role, you will assist in designing, implementing and supporting large-scale data implementations across AWS and other cloud environments. Other duties will include cloud solution architecture for various applications, streamlining cloud data operations, and coding.

What you’ll do:

• Lead the enhancement our cloud data capability and practice by creating and implementing cloud data architecture patterns
• Help define and implement our Data Mesh practice
• Develop technical specifications and architectures for new platform features and products
• Research and propose technologies, architectures, and trends that will elevate and optimize our cloud data practice, treatment and capability in a multi-cloud configuration
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand solution requirements and identify architectural patterns that align with business goals
• Define and enforce data and engineering best practices to ensure high-quality deliverables
• Participate in the hiring and onboarding process for new team members
• Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders to ensure alignment on project goals and timelines
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, providing technical direction and leadership.

What we are looking for:

• 12+ years of experience of commercial software development
• Strong knowledge and practical experience in AWS. AWS certification is desired.
• Experience with JVM language(s), Python, Docker, Kubernetes, Spark, and Snowflake is a plus
• Knowledge and experience in GCP or Azure is a plus
• Deep understanding of data analytics, data visualization, machine learning, event-driven and lambda architectures
• Demonstrated excellence participating on cross functional teams in fast-paced environments, both in terms of technical leadership and hands-on coding
• Excellent ability to break down complex problems into simple solutions
• Willingness and ability to take on new technologies
• Strong analytical skills and desire to design clean, correct and efficient solutions
• Proven that you are a leader who prioritizes, communicates clearly, and partners effectively with both technical and non-technical employees
• Strong Sense of ownership, urgency and pride in your work
• Excellent command of tools and expertise for troubleshooting production issues
• Computer Science degree or equivalent experience.

We strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates. If you need a reasonable accommodation or support during the application or the recruiting process due to a medical condition or disability, please reach out to your individual recruiter or send an email to AccessibleRecruiting@Tripadvisor.com and let us know the nature of your request.

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