Principal Engineer, Big Data Platform
- Pay
- $242,634 – $499,541 per year
- Location
- San Francisco, CA (Remote)
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Director
- Experience
- 12+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Listed
- 13 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- Big data / ML technologies (Flink, Spark, Presto, Kubernetes, Ray, PyTorch/TensorFlow)
- Kubernetes
- AWS
- One or more of Java, Go, Scala, Python
- Building and supporting large scalable Kubernetes or big data platforms
- Cross-functional collaboration
What you’ll do
- Lead the strategy and technical direction of Pinterest’s data infrastructure for big data and AI applications
- Build and scale data infra frameworks and infrastructure to process petabytes-scale datasets, including compute engines, job management, resource management, scheduling and remote shuffling
- Work with internal customers on critical business use cases that rely on big data
- Provide thought leadership to the entire company on how data should be processed and stored more reliably, quickly and efficiently at scale
- Contribute to the team’s technical vision and long-term roadmap
What we’re looking for
- 12+ years of industry experience with a proven track record of technical excellence
- 8+ years of experience of building and support large scalable Kubernetes or big data platform
- Deep knowledge of big data / ML technologies (e.g. Flink, Spark, Presto, Kubernetes, Ray, PyTorch/TensorFlow)
- Proficiency in one or more programming languages (Java, Go, Scala, Python)
- Experiences in Kubernetes and AWS technologies
- Exceptional collaboration skills with cross-functional partners, with the ability to navigate ambiguity, make tradeoffs, and keep stakeholders aligned on priorities and progress.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, a related technical field, or equivalent experience.
In-Office Requirement Statement
- We let the type of work you do guide the collaboration style. That means we're not always working in an office, but we continue to gather for key moments of collaboration and connection.
- This role will need to be in the office for in-person collaboration 1-2 times/quarter and therefore can be situated anywhere in the country.
- Relocation Statement: This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. Visit our
- PinFlex page to learn more about our working model.
- #LI-REMOTE
- #LI-CL5
Pay and benefits
At Pinterest we believe the workplace should be equitable, inclusive, and inspiring for every employee. In an effort to provide greater transparency, we are sharing the base salary range for this position. The position is also eligible for equity. Final salary is based on a number of factors including location, travel, relevant prior experience, or particular skills and expertise.
Information regarding the culture at Pinterest and benefits available for this position can be found here.
US based applicants only $242,634—$499,541 USD
Our Commitment to Inclusion
By submitting this application, I certify that all information submitted in my application and throughout the hiring process is true, accurate, and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any false statement, omission, or misrepresentation may disqualify me from employment consideration or result in termination if discovered after hire.
About Pinterest
Millions of people around the world come to our platform to find creative ideas, dream about new possibilities and plan for memories that will last a lifetime. At Pinterest, we’re on a mission to bring everyone the inspiration to create a life they love, and that starts with the people behind the product.
Discover a career where you ignite innovation for millions, transform passion into growth opportunities, celebrate each other’s unique experiences and embrace the flexibility to do your best work. Creating a career you love? It’s Possible.
At Pinterest, AI isn't just a feature, it's a powerful partner that augments our creativity and amplifies our impact, and we’re looking for candidates who are excited to be a part of that. To get a complete picture of your experience and abilities, we’ll explore your foundational skills and how you collaborate with AI.
Through our interview process, what matters most is that you can always explain your approach, showing us not just what you know, but how you think. You can read more about our AI interview philosophy and how we use AI in our recruiting process here.
We’re looking for a principal software engineer to lead the next generation of data infrastructure at Pinterest which powers mission critical big data and AI applications. You’ll be working on some of the most exciting big data and AI open source technologies (Flink, Spark, Kubernetes, etc.), at the scale of exabytes of data to help Pinners discover and do what they love.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
Pinterest is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best qualified people in every job.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member) or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws.
We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you require a medical or religious accommodation during the job application process, please complete this form for support.
From Pinterest's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 27, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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Common questions
What is the salary for the Principal Engineer, Big Data Platform role at Pinterest?
The Principal Engineer, Big Data Platform posting at Pinterest states compensation of $242,634 – $499,541 per year. It is listed as a full-time position. Final pay may depend on location, experience, and interview evaluation on Pinterest's official career site.
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Yes, this Principal Engineer, Big Data Platform opening at Pinterest is listed as San Francisco, CA (Remote). Always check Pinterest's application page for specific state eligibility or relocation policies.
What qualifications are required for Principal Engineer, Big Data Platform at Pinterest?
For the Principal Engineer, Big Data Platform role, Pinterest highlights 12+ years of relevant experience; a bachelor's degree; experience with Big data / ML technologies (Flink, Spark, Presto, Kubernetes, Ray, PyTorch/TensorFlow), Kubernetes, AWS, One or more of Java, Go, Scala, Python, Building and supporting large scalable Kubernetes or big data platforms, Cross-functional collaboration. Rolev.ai can score your existing resume against these requirements and show any skill gaps before you apply.
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