Engineering Manager, Data Platform

Discord is hiring an Engineering Manager for its Data Platform in Hayes Valley, San Francisco. Lead a high‑performing team to build scalable data pipelines and analytics solutions that power the world’s largest gaming community.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and grow a cross‑functional engineering team focused on data ingestion, processing, and analytics.
• Design and implement robust, scalable data architectures on cloud platforms.
• Collaborate with product, data science, and security teams to define data requirements and deliver actionable insights.
• Establish engineering best practices, code quality standards, and continuous delivery pipelines.
• Drive performance optimization, reliability, and cost‑efficiency of data services.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of software engineering experience, with at least 2 years in a people‑management role.
• Strong background in building large‑scale data platforms (e.g., Kafka, Spark, Flink, Snowflake, BigQuery).
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Scala.
• Experience with cloud services (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and infrastructure‑as‑code tools.
• Excellent communication skills and a track record of delivering high‑impact projects.

Preferred Experience

• Passion for gaming and familiarity with Discord’s ecosystem.
• Knowledge of data governance, security, and compliance standards.
• Experience with real‑time analytics and machine‑learning pipelines.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary: $231,126.27 annually. Discord offers comprehensive health benefits, generous equity, unlimited PTO, and a vibrant, inclusive culture.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Engineering Manager, Data Platform role at Discord involve?

You will lead a team that designs, builds, and maintains large‑scale data pipelines and analytics infrastructure supporting Discord’s gaming community.

What experience is required for this position?

At least 5 years of software engineering experience, 2 years of people‑management, and strong expertise in modern data platforms and cloud services.

What is the salary for this role?

The position offers a base salary of $231,126.27 per year, plus equity and full benefits.