Senior Data Engineer

Job Summary:

JOB DESCRIPTION: SENIOR DATA ENGINEER (DATABRICKS)

Location: São Paulo, Brasil, hybrid (2 days/week in the office)

Division: Ticketmaster LATAM

THE COMPANY

We are fans who help fans everywhere access the live events they love. As a proud division of Live Nation Entertainment, Ticketmaster has changed the way the world connects with their favourite artists, teams, and shows, and we continue to shape innovation every day. We're not just selling tickets (though we do that better than anyone else!), we’re enriching lives, one amazing experience at a time. And we think that’s incredible. If you’re passionate about the magic of live entertainment like we are, and you want to work for a company dedicated to helping millions of fans experience it, we want you on our team.

THE JOB

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Engineer with expertise in Databricks to join our regional team. This is a hands-on role responsible for designing, building, and maintaining scalable data pipelines and systems to support comprehensive business reporting across various areas in the ticketing industry. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise with strong initiative and a demonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating with global teams and regional stakeholders to structure and execute the vision of a data-driven company.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Data Pipeline Development: Design, develop, and maintain efficient data pipelines using Databricks to integrate data from diverse sources, ensuring data accuracy and consistency.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with managing directors, regional product leads, department leads, and other stakeholders to understand data needs and align data solutions with the vision of a data-driven organization.
• Workflow Optimization: Optimize data workflows to ensure scalability, reliability, and high performance.
• ETL Processes: Develop and manage ETL processes to collect, clean, and transform data, enabling a unified view for key business reporting.
• Vision Execution: Support and execute initiatives to transform the organization into a data-centric company by providing robust and scalable data infrastructure.
• Issue Resolution: Diagnose and resolve data issues, conducting root cause analysis to uphold data quality.
• Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all data engineering processes and pipelines.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay current with emerging technologies, tools, and best practices in data engineering and Databricks.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
 

• Experience: Minimum 7–10 years of hands-on experience in data engineering or a related field, with a proven track record of designing, building, and optimizing data pipelines and workflows. Strong understanding of Data Lakes and Data Warehouses is essential.
• Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• Programming Skills: Proficiency in data engineering with Python and/or PySpark is mandatory.
• Demonstrated Track Record: Evidence of initiative and ownership through successfully delivered projects or previous roles.

• Databricks Experience: Hands-on experience in creating and optimizing pipelines within the Databricks platform.
• SQL Proficiency: Advanced skills in SQL and a solid grasp of data modeling concepts.
• ETL Processes: Familiarity with ETL tools and workflows.
• AWS Experience: Practical experience working in AWS environments.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Language Skills: Fluency in English is required; proficiency in Spanish is preferred.

YOU (BEHAVIOURAL SKILLS)

• Independence with Guidance: Ability to work autonomously while leveraging guidance from the global data team. Demonstrates self-sufficiency in managing tasks and resolving challenges.
• Initiative and Ownership: Proactively identifies opportunities for improvement and takes full ownership of projects from conception to completion.
• Collaboration: Skilled in engaging with managing directors, regional leads, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment and successful project execution.

• Problem-Solving Mindset: Uses critical thinking to overcome obstacles and find innovative solutions to complex challenges. Proven ability to troubleshoot complex data issues independently.

• Visionary Thinking: Actively contributes to transforming the organization into a data-driven company by implementing scalable and effective data solutions.
• Continuous Learning: Actively seeks to enhance skills and stay updated on industry trends, sharing knowledge with the team.

LIFE AT TICKETMASTER

We are proud to be a part of Live Nation Entertainment, the world’s largest live entertainment company.

Our vision at Ticketmaster is to connect people around the world to the live events they love. As the world’s largest ticket marketplace and the leading global provider of enterprise tools and services for the live entertainment business, we are uniquely positioned to successfully deliver on that vision. 

We do it all with an intense passion for Live and an inspiring and diverse culture driven by accessible leaders, attentive managers, and enthusiastic teams. If you’re passionate about live entertainment like we are, and you want to work at a company dedicated to helping millions of fans experience it, we want to hear from you.

Our work is guided by our values:

Reliability - We understand that fans and clients rely on us to power their live event experiences, and we rely on each other to make it happen.

Teamwork - We believe individual achievement pales in comparison to the level of success that can be achieved by a team

Integrity - We are committed to the highest moral and ethical standards on behalf of the countless partners and stakeholders we represent

Belonging - We are committed to building a culture in which all people can be their authentic selves, have an equal voice and opportunities to thrive

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

We are passionate and committed to our people and go beyond the rhetoric of diversity and inclusion. You will be working in an inclusive environment and be encouraged to bring your whole self to work. We will do all that we can to help you successfully balance your work and home life. As a growing business we will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with. It's talent that matters to us and we encourage applications from people irrespective of their gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status or caring responsibilities.