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Full-Time

Senior Data Engineer

Posted on 7/12/2024

Horizon Blockchain Games

Horizon Blockchain Games

51-200 employees

Development platform for Web3 gaming

Hardware
Fintech
Crypto & Web3
Consumer Goods
Gaming

Mid, Senior

Remote in Canada

Category
Data Engineering
Data & Analytics
Required Skills
Bash
Microsoft Azure
Redshift
Python
Data Structures & Algorithms
Ruby
Apache Spark
SQL
Apache Kafka
AWS
Looker
Snowflake
Google Cloud Platform
Requirements
  • 3-5 years relevant industry experience
  • Strong working knowledge of at least one data warehouse like Snowflake, Redshift, Clickhouse, etc.
  • Ability to work cross-functionally well with other stakeholders and teams
  • Strong programming skills, and not just a hacker
  • Ability or high-willingness to quickly learn about blockchain technology, its data structures, schema, and ecosystem
  • Experience working with Go, Typescript, or similar derivatives
  • Excellent SQL skills and experience with ETL using tools such as dbt
  • Experience with distributed log systems like Kafka, Spark, etc. a plus
  • Expertise working with large software systems in one of the major cloud providers: AWS, Google Cloud, Azure
  • Strong understanding of building fault-tolerant, scalable systems
  • Experience with blockchain data operations
  • Experience with at least one scripting language (Python, bash, Ruby, etc.)
  • Interest in web3
Responsibilities
  • Ensure all teams are drawing data from a single source of truth
  • Work with our current systems in GCP, Clickhouse and dbt, and help evolve them
  • Ensure data integrity, so that data from many sources are transformed into a useful format, and is correct
  • Automate as much of the data pipeline as possible
  • Quickly debug data discrepancies
  • Scale our data capacity by 10x for the next 2-3 years
  • Data instrumentation and Implement tooling in Go and Typescript so all engineers can meter products with client libraries
  • Design data backup and recovery protocols
  • Ensure the data can be easily digestible, and usable, using a BI tool like Looker or Superset within an acceptable period of time (realtime, daily, monthly, yearly)
  • Help guide a small team of data engineers on roadmap, design, and implementation
Horizon Blockchain Games

Horizon Blockchain Games

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Horizon Blockchain Games focuses on the gaming industry by providing a development platform for Web3 games called Sequence. This platform allows developers to create, manage, and scale their blockchain-based games efficiently. Sequence simplifies the development process, making it easier for developers to build high-quality games. For gamers, the platform enhances their experience by enabling them to win, own, trade, sell, and gift in-game items. Unlike its competitors, Horizon Blockchain Games creates a seamless ecosystem that benefits both developers and gamers, generating revenue through subscription fees, transaction fees from in-game trades, and premium features. The company's goal is to make internet economies enjoyable and accessible for everyone involved.

Company Stage

Series A

Total Funding

$53.3M

Headquarters

Toronto, Canada

Founded

2017

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-4%

1 year growth

9%

2 year growth

241%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The recent $40M Series A funding round provides Horizon.io with substantial capital to accelerate growth and innovation.
  • The appointment of Greg Canessa, a veteran in the gaming industry, as President and COO, brings invaluable expertise and leadership to the company.
  • The launch of the Open Beta for Skyweaver demonstrates Horizon.io's ability to deliver engaging and innovative Web3 gaming experiences.

What critics are saying

  • The nascent state of blockchain technology in gaming could lead to slower adoption and market penetration.
  • Regulatory uncertainties surrounding blockchain and digital assets may pose compliance challenges for Horizon.io.

What makes Horizon Blockchain Games unique

  • Horizon.io's Sequence platform offers an all-in-one solution specifically designed for Web3 game development, unlike traditional game development platforms.
  • The integration of digital asset trading and ownership within games provides a unique value proposition that sets Horizon.io apart from conventional gaming companies.
  • Partnerships with industry giants like Google Cloud and the adoption of Polygon zkEVM for their Sequence wallet highlight Horizon.io's commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technology.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Conscious about mental health

Equity

Flexible vacation policy

Health benefits for Canadian employees

Personal development support

Work from home option

INACTIVE