Software Engineer, Data Platform Engineer
THE COMPANY
KRAFTON is dedicated to identifying and publishing games worldwide that offer a uniquely enjoyable experience, crafted by our globally recognized production studios known for their distinctive creativity. We continuously push the boundaries of gaming enjoyment by embracing new challenges and technologies and expanding our platforms and services to captivate an even larger fan base. Best known for the genre-defining worldwide sensation PUBG: Battlegrounds, our stellar studios based across the globe include PUBG Studios, Striking Distance Studios, Unknown Worlds, Bluehole Studio, RisingWings and more. In collaboration with our passionate and driven team, we strive to establish ourselves as a renowned creator of masterpieces in the global gaming market.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The DataOps Team at KRAFTON operates and optimizes large-scale data platforms to ensure reliable processing of massive datasets. We define and standardize policies to enable consistent and seamless use of the multi-regional data platform across various organizations. Our mission also includes implementing compliance and security requirements for the data platform using the latest technologies and proactive strategies to prevent incidents and build a trusted data environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead the administration and operation of a multi-cloud, multi-region data platform using Databricks
- Evaluate, adopt, and operate various data platform solutions to meet organizational needs
- Leverage AI technologies to automate and optimize data platform operations
- Ensure compliance and strengthen security for the data platform
- Define, standardize, and implement policies for consistent data platform usage across multiple teams
- Collect, integrate, and manage data from various third-party sources
QUALIFICATIONS
- 4+ years of experience operating data platform in cloud environments (AWS, Azure)
- 1+ years of experience managing and operating Databricks or Snowflake
- Deep understanding of the Modern Data Stack and cloud architecture
- Experience in designing and building real-time or near real-time data pipelines
- Excellent communication and documentation skills
- Ability to work on-site at the Los Angeles office
- Experience in applying AI to automate or enhance data platform operations
- Experience managing Kubernetes-based infrastructure
- Experience in designing secure data platforms to meet various compliance requirements
- Experience designing and executing data platform operational standards (InfraOps, DevOps, etc.)
- Fluent in Korean
Reasonable Accommodation
KRAFTON Americas is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the Company will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to apply for an open position, perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the HR Talent team at KRAFTON Americas, to begin the interactive process.
EEOC statement
KRAFTON Americas provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type.
In California, the expected salary range for this position is $115,000-$139,000. The listed expected salary range represents a good faith estimate and the actual pay may depend on a variety of job-related factors that can include experience, education, skills, and location.
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