Senior Data Engineer

Global restaurant brand leading in omni-channel dining, serving 65M+ customers daily through 25,000+ locations with focus on digital transformation.
$149,260 - $190,310
Data
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
10+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Consumer

Description For Senior Data Engineer

McDonald's, the leading global omni-channel restaurant brand, is seeking a Senior Data Engineer to join their Global Technology - Data & Analytics team. This role is crucial in building scalable data solutions that power McDonald's digital transformation serving 65M+ customers daily across 25,000+ locations. The position offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology, including AI and robotics, while contributing to the company's "Accelerating the Arches" growth strategy.

The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of data engineering experience, with deep expertise in cloud platforms, particularly GCP. You'll be responsible for designing and implementing data architectures, leading engineering teams, and ensuring data quality and security. The role requires strong technical skills in Python, SQL, and big data processing frameworks, combined with excellent leadership and communication abilities.

Working at McDonald's Global Technology means joining a diverse, talented team that's reshaping the restaurant industry through innovative technology solutions. The company offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k), equity grants, and flexible working arrangements. Based in Chicago, this position offers a competitive salary range of $149,260 - $190,310, along with bonus eligibility and long-term incentives.

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned data engineer looking to make a significant impact at global scale, working with modern technology stack while contributing to the digital transformation of one of the world's most recognized brands.

Last updated 14 days ago

Responsibilities For Senior Data Engineer

  • Build and maintain reliable data products
  • Lead backend engineering team and facilitate cross-functional relationships
  • Design and develop data pipelines and integration processes
  • Implement and maintain scalable data architectures
  • Monitor and troubleshoot data pipelines
  • Ensure data security and compliance
  • Manage data infrastructure on GCP
  • Document data engineering processes and workflows
  • Coordinate with teams across different time zones

Requirements For Senior Data Engineer

Python
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related engineering field
  • 10+ years of strong experience in data engineering with cloud-based tech stack
  • 7+ years proficiency in Python
  • 5+ years hands-on experience with big data processing frameworks like Apache Spark
  • 5+ years hands-on experience with data modeling, ETL/ELT development
  • Expert knowledge of data quality functions and management
  • Solid understanding of SQL and database concepts
  • Experience in leading engineering teams
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Benefits For Senior Data Engineer

401k
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
  • Health and welfare benefits
  • 401(k) plan
  • Adoption assistance program
  • Educational assistance program
  • Flexible ways of working
  • Parental leave
  • Vacation/PTO
  • Annual bonus
  • Stock/equity grants

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