Staff Data Architect

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science or related field.

8+ years of experience designing and implementing distributed data processing systems utilizing tools like Apache Spark, Flink, Kafka, or Delta Lake/Iceberg.

Deep expertise in major cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and cloud-native data warehousing solutions like Snowflake, BigQuery, or Databricks.

Proven track record of building reusable data libraries, custom tooling, or internal platforms that accelerated development for other engineering teams.

Expert-level knowledge of data modeling paradigms (Data Vault, Kimball, Star Schema) tailored for complex customer journeys and behavioral data.

Highly proficient in Python, Scala, or Java, alongside expert-level SQL.

A natural curiosity to challenge the status quo and a history of successfully introducing innovative data solutions to business problems.

Exceptional communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical business partners, and a proven ability to lead through influence rather than authority.

Ability to look at multiple viable technical paths, weigh the immediate business needs against long-term technical debt, and confidently steer the team toward the optimal choice.

Illustrated history of living the values necessary to Priceline: Customer, Innovation, Team, Accountability and Trust

The Right Results, the Right Way is not just a motto at Priceline; it’s a way of life. Unquestionable integrity and ethics is essential #LI-hybrid

Our success as one of the biggest players in online travel is all thanks to our incredible, dedicated team of talented employees. Priceliners are focused on being the best travel deal makers in the world, motivated by our passion to help everyone experience the moments that matter most in their lives. Whether it’s a dream vacation, your cousin’s graduation, or your best friend’s wedding - we make travel affordable and accessible to our customers.

Our culture is unique and inspiring (that’s what our employees tell us). We’re a grown-up, startup. We deliver the excitement of a new venture, without the struggles and chaos that can come with a business that hasn’t stabilized.

We’re on the cutting edge of innovative technologies. We keep the customer at the center of all that we do. Our ability to meet their needs relies on the strength of a workforce as diverse as the customers we serve. We bring together employees from all walks of life and we are proud to provide the kind of inclusive environment that stimulates innovation, creativity and collaboration.

Priceline is part of the Booking Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: BKNG) family of companies, a highly profitable global online travel company with a market capitalization of over $80 billion. Our sister companies include Booking.com, BookingGo, Agoda, Kayak and OpenTable.

If you want to be part of something truly special, check us out!

Priceline is following a hybrid working model, which includes two days onsite as determined by you and your manager (ideally selecting among Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday). On the remaining days, you can choose to be remote or in the office.

To be the best travel dealmakers in the world, we believe our team should reflect the broad range of customers and communities we serve. We are committed to cultivating a culture where all employees have the freedom to bring their individual perspectives, life experiences, and passion to work.

Priceline is a proud equal opportunity employer. We embrace and celebrate the unique lenses through which our employees see the world. We’d love for you to join us and help shape what makes our team extraordinary.

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