engineer principal, Data & Analytics (Seattle, WA) at Starbucks

Seattle, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Oct, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Full-Stack Engineering, Data Engineering, Platform Architecture, Cloud Proficiency, AI Integration, Security, Governance, DevOps Standardization, Cross-Functional Collaboration, React, TypeScript, Kubernetes, Databricks, PySpark, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Azure CosmosDB

Industry

Retail

Description

Now Brewing - Principal Engineer Data & Analytics! #tobeapartner From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated coffee and the rich tradition, but that also brought a feeling of connection. We are known for developing extraordinary leaders who share this passion and are guided by their service to others. We're hiring a hands-on Principal Engineer to lead the AI surface and web platform for generative and agentic solutions (S4), while bringing application development, data engineering, and DevOps into a unified engineering culture. You'll code, architect, and operate across the stack: React/TypeScript front ends, secure APIs, AKS-based services, and Databricks/PySpark pipelines. You will work in Databricks, SQL server, PostgreSQL and Azure CosmosDB data environments You'll ensure the AI surface is secure, scalable, and intuitive, and partner with AI teams to deliver AI-powered user experiences that are grounded, safe, and performant. You will standardize DEVOPS practices across all environments, enabling continuous Ci/CD in all disciplines for the products developed. As a Principal Engineer, you will Own the AI Surface & Web Platform: Lead development of the web portal and APIs that serve as the front door for generative and agentic AI solutions (S4). Build & Operate: Architect React/TypeScript front ends, secure APIs, and Kubernetes native services with robust CI/CD, observability, and cost controls. Lead Data Engineering: Guide Databricks/PySpark teams; apply appdev principles (testing, CI/CD, modularity) to data pipelines. AI Integration: Enable prompt orchestration, context APIs, and feedback loops for AI workflows. Mentor & Influence: Set engineering standards across app and data teams; lead by example through code and design. We'd love to hear from people with: Full-Stack Engineering Expertise: Advanced skills in React/TypeScript, secure API development, and Kubernetes-native services (AKS), with strong CI/CD, observability, and cost optimization practices. Data Engineering Leadership: Deep experience with Databricks, PySpark, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and Azure CosmosDB, applying software engineering principles to scalable data pipelines. Platform Architecture & Cloud Proficiency: Proven ability to architect and lead cross-domain platforms (web, data, AI) using Microsoft Azure services including AKS and Azure DevOps. AI/ML Integration: Strong understanding of generative and agentic AI workflows, including prompt orchestration, context APIs, and feedback loop design. Security & Governance: Demonstrated experience building secure, scalable systems with a focus on data privacy, governance, and enterprise-grade reliability. DevOps Standardization: Expertise in implementing automated CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, and fostering a unified engineering culture across disciplines. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Excellent communication and partnership skills across AI, data, product, and design teams to deliver intuitive, performant user experiences. As a Starbucks partner, you (and your family) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits. Partners have access to short-term and long-term disability, paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, paid vacation from date of hire*, sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked), eight paid holidays, and two personal days per year. Starbucks also offers eligible partners participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, a discounted company stock program (S.I.P. ), Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock), incentivized emergency savings, and financial well-being tools. Additionally, Starbucks offers 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor's degree through Arizona State University's online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan, student loan management resources, and access to other educational opportunities. You will also have access to backup care and DACA reimbursement. Starbucks will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, and in accordance with its plans and policies. This list is subject to change depending on collective bargaining in locations where partners have a certified bargaining representative. For additional information regarding partner perks and more detailed information about benefits, go to starbucksbenefits.com. If you are working in CA, CO, IL, LA, ME, MA, NE, ND or RI, you will accrue vacation up to a maximum of 120 hours (190 in CA) for roles below director and 200 hours (316 in CA) for roles at director or above. For roles in other states, you will be granted vacation time starting at 120 hours annually for roles below director and 200 hours annually for roles director and above. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. At Starbucks, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. We believe we do our best work when we're together, which is why we're onsite four days a week. Join us and inspire with every cup. Apply today! Starbucks Coffee Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances. Starbucks Coffee Company is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at applicantaccommodation@starbucks.com or 1(888) 611-2258.

Responsibilities

Lead the development of the AI surface and web platform for generative and agentic solutions. Ensure the AI surface is secure, scalable, and intuitive while standardizing DevOps practices across all environments.