Senior Software Engineer II

Overview

Zinnia is the leading technology platform for accelerating life and annuities growth. With innovative enterprise solutions and data insights, Zinnia simplifies the experience of buying, selling, and administering insurance products. Our success is driven by three core values : be bold, team up, deliver value and that we do. Zinnia has over $180 billion in assets under administration, serves 100+ carrier clients, 2500 distributors and partners, and over 2 million policyholders.

Who You Are : You are a skilled and experienced data engineer with a strong background in BigData and modern data platforms. You have expertise in Apache Spark, Hive, Airflow, and Lakehouse technologies (Delta Lake, Apache Hudi, Apache Iceberg), along with cloud-native data services. Your ability to lead projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams allows you to ensure data integrity, scalability, and operational efficiency.

What Youll Do

• Build the next-gen data infrastructure for Zinnia using Lakehouse frameworks, Apache Airflow, Apache Spark, and Hive.
• Design, build, and optimize data workflows across real-time, nearline, and offline data ecosystems.
• Leverage Lakehouse platforms (Delta Lake, Hudi, Iceberg) to enable unified batch and streaming pipelines.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into scalable, data-driven technical solutions.
• Provide technical expertise in troubleshooting and resolving complex, distributed data-related issues.
• Stay up to date with Big Data, cloud, and Lakehouse trends, recommending best practices for data engineering and integration.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, automation, and continuous learning.

What Youll Need

Whats in It For You?

Zinnia offers excellent career progression and competitive compensation with the goal of retaining and growing talented team members. The salary range for this role is $130,000-$150,000. All offers are reviewed to ensure fair, equitable pay that aligns with the individuals skills, education, experience, training, and location. Benefits include health / dental insurance, parental leave, 401(k), bonus opportunity, tuition reimbursement, and more. Were looking for the best and brightest innovators to join our team, collaborating with smart, creative professionals who are dedicated to delivering cutting-edge technologies and deeper data insights. Visit our website at www.zinnia.com for more information. Apply by completing the online application on the careers section of our website. We are an Equal Opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

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