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Software Engineer - Data Platform

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$123K - $148K/yr

The Software Engineer on the data platform engineering team will lead the development of AI and data infrastructure, focusing on building systems for data aggregation, storage, and intelligent ...

The Role As a foundational software engineer on our data platform engineering team, you will lead the charge on building the AI and data infrastructure that powers Hadrian's autonomous factories.

Senior Software Engineer (III) Staff Software Engineer (IV) Your team is responsible for: As a member of the Data Platform Engineering team, you own the core Data warehouse platform, data ingestion ...

Software Engineer, Data Platform

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$136K - $163K/yr

They are seeking a Software Engineer for their Data Platform to design and develop scalable data processing systems and ensure the integrity of data pipelines in support of autonomous driving systems.

Senior Software Engineer, Data Platform

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$133K - $160K/yr

Implement data validation, monitoring, and observability systems that ensure data integrity and platform reliability at scale. • Collaborate Across Engineering Teams: Partner with software ...

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How much do data platform software engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for data platform software engineer in the United States is $129,716.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $114,500.00 and $137,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Data Platform Software Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Data Platform Software Engineer, you need strong programming skills (often in Python, Java, or Scala), experience with database systems, and a background in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with big data frameworks like Hadoop or Spark, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), and tools such as Kafka or Airflow, along with relevant certifications, is highly valuable. Excellent problem-solving abilities, collaboration, and effective communication distinguish top performers in this role. These skills and qualities are crucial for building scalable, reliable data systems that support robust analytics and business decision-making.

What are some common challenges Data Platform Software Engineers face when ensuring data reliability at scale?

Data Platform Software Engineers often encounter challenges related to maintaining data consistency and reliability as data volumes and user demands grow. These can include handling data pipeline failures, optimizing data storage and retrieval for performance, and ensuring data quality across distributed systems. Proactive monitoring, automation, and robust testing are essential to address these issues. Engineers also need to collaborate closely with data scientists, analysts, and infrastructure teams to align on requirements and quickly resolve incidents.

What is a Data Platform Software Engineer?

A Data Platform Software Engineer is a technical professional responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the infrastructure that enables organizations to collect, store, process, and analyze large volumes of data. They work with various technologies, such as databases, cloud services, and data processing frameworks, to ensure data is accessible, reliable, and secure. These engineers often collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and other engineers to support data-driven decision making, optimize system performance, and implement best practices for data management.

What is the difference between Data Platform Software Engineer vs Data Engineer?

AspectData Platform Software EngineerData Engineer
Primary FocusDesigning, developing, and maintaining data platforms and infrastructureBuilding and managing data pipelines and data storage solutions
Skills & CertificationsProgramming, cloud platforms, data architecture, certifications like AWS or GCPETL tools, SQL, programming, cloud skills, certifications often similar
Work EnvironmentCollaborates with data scientists, software engineers, and DevOps teamsWorks closely with data analysts, database administrators, and data scientists

While both roles involve working with data and cloud technologies, Data Platform Software Engineers focus on building scalable data infrastructure, whereas Data Engineers primarily develop data pipelines and manage data storage. Both roles require similar skills and certifications, often working in overlapping environments within data-driven organizations.

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Staff Data Platform Software Engineer, Graph Veza

Staff Data Platform Software Engineer, Graph Veza

ServiceNow

Santa Clara, CA • On-site, Remote

$176K - $308K/yr

Other

Medical, Retirement

Posted 7 days ago


Job description

Veza is the pioneer in identity security, purpose-built to answer the fundamental question enterprises face: who can and should take what action on what data. Veza's Access Graph platform maps an organization's entire identity ecosystem across users, groups, roles, policies, permissions, and resources providing deep visibility and control over human, non-human, and agentic identities across SaaS, cloud, on-prem, and custom applications. (https://veza.com/blog/servicenow-veza-a-new-chapter-in-identity-security/) With over 30 billion access permissions under management, global enterprises including Blackstone, Expedia, and Wynn Resorts trust Veza to manage privileged access monitoring, non-human identity security, access entitlement management, and next-generation identity governance. (https://veza.com/company/press-room/series-d-announcement/)

Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, Veza is now part of the ServiceNow family, with the acquisition closing in March 2026. The combination brings together Veza's AI-native Access Graph with ServiceNow's AI Control Tower and agentic workflows, enabling organizations to enforce end-to-end identity security rooted in the principle of least privilege across applications, data, cloud environments, and AI agents. (https://newsroom.servicenow.com/press-releases/details/2025/ServiceNow-to-Expand-Security-Portfolio-With-Acquisition-of-Vezas-Leading-AI-native-Identity-Security-Platform/default.aspx) For engineers joining Veza today, this means the scale and resources of an enterprise platform company, with the product velocity and mission-driven focus of a security innovator at a pivotal moment in the industry.

This role requires 3 days in office in Redwood City.

We are looking for a passionate Staff Data Platform Software Engineer to join Veza’s Graph team. You will play a key role in designing, improving, and maintaining the robust and scalable code behind the Veza Access Graph, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to shape the future of our products and deliver exceptional identity and access management experiences to our customers. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of a high-impact startup while working on cutting-edge technologies!

What you will do

  • Develop, maintain and scale Graph features to directly and indirectly support actionable customer intelligence across various products.

  • Drive the performance, scalability, and reliability of the backend services and APIs for our platform.

  • Collaborate with product managers, other software engineers, and security experts to build product features that meet business objectives and security standards.

  • Continuously optimize and improve your work through code and design reviews, testing, and refactoring.

  • Implement logging, monitoring, and auditing capabilities to ensure visibility and compliance with regulatory requirements and operational health metrics.

  • Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies across different fields and leverage them to drive innovation and improve our platform.

Experience:

  • Proven experience (minimum 8+ years) in professional backend software development with a focus on data modeling, data management, identity, security, or related areas.

  • A history with the development of databases, storage layers, query engines or adjacent tooling.

  • Experience with complex relational data models in OLAP systems and/or graph database systems such as Neo4j.

  • Deep knowledge of relational algebra and graph algorithms.

  • A familiarity with caching mechanisms and distributed systems.

  • A proven ability to develop and test code in one or more modern backend programming languages such as Golang or Kotlin.

  • Experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs in microservice architectures.

  • Experience with cloud platforms, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform, and containerization and orchestration technologies, such as Docker and Kubernetes, is a plus.

You Are:

  • An excellent problem-solver with high attention to detail.

  • Someone who can work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

  • A strong communicator with the ability to relate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

  • A mentor who helps others become the best versions of themselves.

  • A pleasure to work with!

  • Able to be onsite 3 days a week in Redwood City

For positions in this location, we offer a base pay of $176,100 - $308,200 , plus equity (when applicable), variable/incentive compensation and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the base pay shown is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location. We also offer health plans, including flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, matching donations, a flexible time away plan and family leave programs. Compensation is based on the geographic location in which the role is located and is subject to change based on work location.

Work Personas

We approach our distributed world of work with flexibility and trust. Work personas (flexible, remote, or required in office) are categories that are assigned to ServiceNow employees depending on the nature of their work and their assigned work location. Learn more here (https://careers.servicenow.com/life-at-servicenow#workpersonas) . To determine eligibility for a work persona, ServiceNow may confirm the distance between your primary residence and the closest ServiceNow office using a third-party service.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ServiceNow is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin or nationality, ancestry, age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other category protected by law. In addition, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with legal requirements.

Accommodations

We strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are unable to use this online application and need an alternative method to apply, please contact globaltalentss@servicenow.com for assistance.

Export Control Regulations

For positions requiring access to controlled technology subject to export control regulations, including the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), ServiceNow may be required to obtain export control approval from government authorities for certain individuals. All employment is contingent upon ServiceNow obtaining any export license or other approval that may be required by relevant export control authorities.

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At ServiceNow, our technology makes the world work for everyone, and our people make it possible. We move fast because the world can't wait, and we innovate in ways no one else can for our customers and communities. By joining ServiceNow, you are part of an ambitious team of change makers who have a restless curiosity and a drive for ingenuity. We know that your best work happens when you live your best life and share your unique talents, so we do everything we can to make that possible. We dream big together, supporting each other to make our individual and collective dreams come true. The future is ours, and it starts with you. With more than 7,400+ customers, we serve approximately 80% of the Fortune 500, and we're proud to be one of FORTUNE's 100 Best Companies to Work For® and World's Most Admired Companies® 2022.

Industry

It services

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Santa Clara, CA, US

Year founded

2004