Sr. Data Engineer

About the team

The mission of Roku's Data Engineering team is to develop a world‑class big data platform so that internal and external customers can leverage data to grow their businesses. Data Engineering works closely with business partners and Engineering teams to collect metrics on existing and new initiatives that are critical to business success. As Senior Data Engineer working on Device metrics, you will design data models & develop scalable data pipelines to capture different business metrics across different Roku Devices.

This role is based in Bangalore, India and requires hybrid working, with 4 days in the office. You will help build a scalable, highly available, fault‑tolerant big data platform critical for Roku’s success.

• Build highly scalable, available, fault‑tolerant distributed data processing systems (batch and streaming) processing tens of terabytes of data ingested every day and petabyte‑sized data warehouse
• Build quality data solutions and refine existing diverse datasets to simplified data models encouraging self‑service
• Build data pipelines that optimise on data quality and are resilient to poor quality data sources
• Own the data mapping, business logic, transformations and data quality
• Low level systems debugging, performance measurement & optimization on large production clusters
• Participate in architecture discussions, influence product roadmap, and take ownership of new projects
• Maintain and support existing platforms and evolve to newer technology stacks and architectures

• Extensive SQL skills
• Proficiency in at least one scripting language;
  Python is required
• Experience in big data technologies like HDFS, YARN, Map‑Reduce, Hive, Kafka, Spark, Airflow, Presto, etc.
• Proficiency in data modeling, including designing, implementing, and optimizing conceptual, logical, and physical data models to support scalable and efficient data architectures
• Experience with AWS, GCP, Looker is a plus
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams such as developers, analysts, and operations to execute deliverables
• 8+ years professional experience as a data engineer
• BS in Computer Science; MS in Computer Science preferred
• AI literacy / AI growth mindset

Roku fosters an inclusive and collaborative environment where teams work in the office Monday through Thursday. Fridays are flexible for remote work except for employees whose roles are required to be in the office five days a week or employees who are in offices with a five‑day in‑office policy.

Roku offers a comprehensive benefits package including global access to mental health and financial wellness support and resources. Local benefits may include healthcare (medical, dental, vision), life, accident, disability, commuter, and retirement options (401(k)/pension). Employees are supported in taking time off in accordance with local leave policies.

Roku welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and provides reasonable accommodations and adjustments in accordance with applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation at any time in the hiring process, please direct your inquiries to