Senior Data Engineer

Flutter Entertainment is the world’s largest sports betting and iGaming operator with 13.9 million Average Monthly Players worldwide and an annual revenue of $14Bn in 2024. We have a portfolio of iconic brands, including Paddy Power, Betfair, FanDuel, PokerStars, Junglee Games and Sportsbet.

Flutter Entertainment is listed on both the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and the London Stock Exchange (LSE). In 2024, we were recognized in TIME’s 100 Most Influential Companies under the 'Pioneers' category—a testament to our innovation and impact. Our ambition is to transform global gaming and betting to deliver long-term growth and a positive, sustainable future for our sector. Together, we are Changing the Game.

Working at Flutter is a chance to work with a growing portfolio of brands across a range of opportunities. We will support you every step of the way to help you grow. Just like our brands, we ensure our people have everything they need to succeed.

FLUTTER ENTERTAINMENT INDIA

Our Hyderabad office, located in one of India’s premier technology parks is the Global Capability Center for Flutter Entertainment. A center of expertise and innovation, this hub is now home to over 900+ talented colleagues working across Customer Service Operations, Data and Technology, Finance Operations, HR Operations, Procurement Operations, and other key enabling functions.

We are committed to crafting impactful solutions for all our brands and divisions to power Flutter's incredible growth and global impact. With the scale of a leader and the mindset of a challenger, we’re dedicated to creating a brighter future for our customers, colleagues, and communities.

OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE

We're on the lookout for a Senior Data Engineer to join the Data and Platforms team within Flutter Functions Global Platforms department.
You’ll be working within a squad dedicated to our Global Sportsbook and Trading business vertical. GST’s mission is to empower our brands to shape the future of sports betting.

You will be provided to work on a greenfield data platform based on AWS and Databricks with datasets that range from the global Bet Stream processes 4B bets yearly through to our odd pricing services which can generate hundreds of thousands updates for a single sporting event. We are building a unique operating model where we are lead by our Data as a Product mindset.

If you are a passionate Data Engineering Professional, you have the chance to be part of a team that looks to build out our next-generation data platform, leveraging new technologies and techniques to maximize the business value out of our data assets and empower innovation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITES

• Transform raw data into useful data products. Strive for efficiency by aligning data products with business goals.
• Support our implemented BI solutions by monitoring and tuning performance queries and data processes, addressing user questions concerning data integrity, and communicating functional and technical issues.
• Demonstrate hands-on skills in processing large data sets, expertise in data structure, data access patterns, Big Data concepts, and cloud computing.
• As driven by availability requires join on-call rota for data products supported by data engineering or for specific events that matter (large sporting events).
• Deliver excellent production quality code, mentor other developers to do so, and promote the production of reusable code and modules where appropriate, applying principles of Agile delivery.
• Mentor and coach more junior members of your squad.
• Contribute to choosing the right technology and ensuring proper data design and implementation in various projects and solutions.

TO EXCEL IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL NEED TO HAVE

• 4+ years of experience in development, deployment and operation of data technologies and platforms
• Experience in designing scalable data warehousing solutions.
• Experience in designing and implementing efficient ETL processes and data pipelines.
• Experience with Agile software development and DevOps practices
• Experience and knowledge in data migration techniques and processes
• Excellent knowledge and experience of one of the cloud big data solutions such as the AWS Glue Ecosystem, Microsoft Fabric and GCP. Demonstratable experience of using Databricks in one of these settings is a bonus.
• Proficiency in SQL, database performance optimization and working with large datasets.
• Understanding of database and analytics technologies in the industry including Relational, Vector, Graph and NoSQL databases.
• Data integration experience from streaming sources such as Kafka and/or Apache Pulsar.
• Deep understanding of data warehousing and data architecture concepts
• Experience with Python scripting , Spark and SQL for data engineering
• Experience with CI/CD solutions (i.e Github, argoCD, artifactory etc.)

BENEFITS WE OFFER

• Access to Learnerbly, Udemy, and a Self-Development Fund for upskilling.
• Career growth through Internal Mobility Programs.
• Comprehensive Health Insurance for you and your dependants.
• Well-Being fund and 24/7 Assistance Program for holistic wellness
• Hybrid Model: 2 office days/week with flexible leave policies, including maternity, paternity, and sabbaticals
• Free Meals, Cab Allowance, and a Home Office Setup Allowance.
• Employer PF contribution, Gratuity, Personal Accident & Life Insurance.
• Sharesave Plan to purchase discounted company shares.
• Volunteering Leave and Team Events to build connections.
• Recognition through Kudos Platform and Referral Rewards.

WHY CHOOSE US

Flutter is an equal-opportunity employer and values the unique perspectives and experiences that everyone brings. Our message to colleagues and stakeholders is clear: everyone is welcome, and every voice matters. We have ambitious growth plans and goals for the future. Here's an opportunity for you to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Flutter Entertainment India.