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The team owns systems that ingest, process, and serve high-volume, high-velocity data. We maintain strict requirements around availability, consistency, and performance.\nPartner with the best\nYou will join a global team delivering high-quality data services. You will balance technical oversight and development with clarifying requirements, and driving execution. 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