Senior Project Engineer (Project Hire/Internal Assignment)

Overview As Sr. Project Engineer on the Data Platforms team, you lead the end-to-end design and integration of distributed recording systems linking camera networks to local storage across multiple park locations. You own the architecture and performance of on-site analytics and quick retrieval of footage for security operations. You will hands-on develop software, collaborate with engineers and vendors, and ensure reliable deployment of computer vision systems at scale. This role combines systems design, project delivery, and operational reliability to enable fast, secure reviews across parks. Compensation / Benefitsbonus and/or long-term incentive unitsmedical benefitsfinancial benefitscareer growth opportunitiesoccupational health programsretirement plans (where applicable) ResponsibilitiesLead end-to-end design and integration of a distributed recording system across multiple park locationsOwn overall architecture and performance to enable on-site review of security alerts and footage recoveryManage project scope, timeline, and budget across engineering, vendor, and stakeholder teamsCoordinate edge deployment of software on local park hardware to support real-time computer visionDesign for performance at scale to meet operational requirements across new sitesProvide technical leadership, set engineering standards, and mentor other engineersCollaborate with infrastructure, operations, and program teams to align designs with deployment realitiesOversee development of monitoring, alerting, and recovery capabilities to minimize disruptionCreate clear technical documentation and share architectural context for onboarding and maintenanceEvaluate third-party tools and platforms for capability, cost, and maintainabilityEnsure secure handling of sensitive operational data with appropriate access controls Key requirements4+ years in software engineering and project delivery with a focus on systems design, infrastructure software, or real-time applicationsExperience designing and building distributed systems or cross-location recording architecturesExperience managing engineering project scope, timeline, and budget with cross-functional and vendor stakeholdersStrong understanding of performance and reliability at scale, including load, latency, and failure modesExperience developing software for deployment on edge hardware; familiarity with Docker and KubernetesLinux systems, networking fundamentals, and system-level integration for video/data recording pipelinesTechnical proficiency in PythonStrong written and verbal communication; ability to explain complex designs to engineers and non-technical stakeholdersAbility to work independently, manage priorities, and make sound technical decisions with limited oversightWillingness to travel occasionally to domestic and international park locationscommunicationcross-functional collaborationproblem-solvingdistributed systems designedge deploymentsreal-time systems