Remote Distributed Systems Engineer – Data Platform (L4) – arenaflex – $28/hr – Full‑Time – Remote (U.S.)

About arenaflex

arenaflex is a global leader in digital entertainment, delivering streaming content to millions of subscribers across more than 190 countries. With a portfolio that now includes original series, movies, documentaries, and interactive gaming experiences, arenaflex is redefining how audiences engage with entertainment. Our mission is to inspire the world by providing limitless, personalized content that can be accessed anytime, anywhere. As part of our rapid growth, we are expanding our data platform to support a vision of 500 million users worldwide, and we need visionary engineers to help us build the next generation of distributed systems.

Why This Role Matters

At arenaflex, data is the engine that powers every decision—from content recommendation to real‑time streaming quality. Our Data Platform teams design, build, and operate the massive, low‑latency data pipelines that enable micro‑services to consume, process, and serve data at scale. As a Distributed Systems Engineer (L4), you will be at the heart of this ecosystem, shaping the architecture that makes our platform reliable, performant, and future‑proof.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain highly available, low‑latency data services that power critical arenaflex applications.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams—including product managers, TPMs, and fellow engineers—to translate business requirements into robust technical solutions.
• Drive the evolution of our data infrastructure by contributing to open‑source projects and publishing best‑practice guidelines.
• Implement and optimize distributed storage, query, and processing layers (e.g., columnar stores, distributed SQL engines, and real‑time analytics frameworks).
• Lead performance‑tuning initiatives to achieve sub‑millisecond query latencies and sub‑second data freshness for high‑throughput workloads.
• Mentor junior engineers, conduct code reviews, and champion a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
• Participate in on‑call rotations, incident response, and root‑cause analysis to ensure platform reliability.
• Contribute to arenaflex’s open‑source community by publishing libraries, tools, and documentation that benefit the broader ecosystem.

Essential Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands‑on experience building large‑scale distributed systems or data‑intensive applications.
• Strong proficiency in Java or another object‑oriented language (e.g., Kotlin, Scala, C#).
• Demonstrated ability to design, implement, and operate fault‑tolerant services that handle petabyte‑scale data.
• Solid understanding of distributed computing concepts such as consensus algorithms, sharding, replication, and eventual consistency.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Experience with modern data processing frameworks (e.g., Apache Flink, Spark, Presto/Trino, Druid, Iceberg) is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and container orchestration (Kubernetes, Docker).

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Computer Science, Distributed Systems, or a related discipline.
• Track record of contributing to open‑source projects or publishing technical papers.
• Experience with data lake architectures, columnar storage formats (Parquet, ORC), and query optimization.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or Go for automation and tooling.
• Strong problem‑solving mindset with the ability to debug complex, multi‑service failures.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, enabling effective collaboration across geographically distributed teams.

Core Competencies

• Scalability Mindset: Ability to think big and design systems that gracefully handle exponential growth.
• Performance Orientation: Passion for low‑latency, high‑throughput engineering and relentless pursuit of optimization.
• Collaboration: Comfortable working in a matrixed environment, influencing stakeholders without direct authority.
• Innovation: Eagerness to experiment with emerging technologies and push the boundaries of what’s possible in data engineering.
• Ownership: Treating the platform as your own product—taking responsibility for reliability, security, and user experience.

Career Growth & Learning Opportunities

arenaflex invests heavily in the professional development of its engineers. In this role, you will have access to:

• Mentorship from senior architects who have built world‑class data platforms.
• Sponsored attendance at industry conferences (e.g., Strata, Data + AI Summit, Open Source Summit).
• Internal technical talks, hackathons, and “innovation days” to explore new ideas.
• Opportunities to lead cross‑team initiatives and influence the roadmap of critical infrastructure.
• A clear promotion path from L4 to senior and principal engineering levels, with transparent performance criteria.

Work Environment & Culture at arenaflex

We believe that great ideas can come from anywhere, which is why we embrace a fully remote model for U.S.‑based talent. Our culture is built on:

• Freedom & Responsibility: Engineers choose the problems they want to solve and are trusted to deliver results.
• Inclusivity: A diverse workforce where every voice is heard and respected.
• Data‑Driven Decision Making: We empower teams with the data they need to make informed choices.
• Open Source Commitment: arenaflex contributes back to the community, and you’ll have the chance to publish your work.
• Work‑Life Balance: Flexible hours, generous PTO, and a supportive environment for personal well‑being.

Compensation, Perks & Benefits

arenaflex offers a competitive hourly rate of $28 per hour, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance with low employee contributions.
• 401(k) matching and financial planning resources.
• Paid parental leave, adoption assistance, and family‑friendly policies.
• Generous paid time off and unlimited vacation policy (subject to team agreements).
• Home office stipend, high‑speed internet reimbursement, and ergonomic equipment allowance.
• Wellness programs, mental‑health resources, and employee assistance services.
• Access to arenaflex’s entertainment library for personal enjoyment.

How to Apply

If you are excited about building the data infrastructure that powers the world’s most beloved streaming service, we want to hear from you. Click the link below to submit your application, attach your resume, and tell us why you’re the perfect fit for arenaflex’s Distributed Systems Engineering team.

Apply Now – Join arenaflex!

Closing Statement

At arenaflex, you will work on challenges that impact billions of users, collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry, and shape the future of entertainment data. Join us, and turn your passion for distributed systems into a career that makes a global impact.