About the Company
Pinterest is a visual discovery engine for finding ideas like recipes, home and style inspiration, and more. With billions of Pins on Pinterest, it’s a treasure trove of visual data, inspiration, and historical trends. Our mission is to help everyone find inspiration to create a life they love. We are committed to preserving the vast and evolving history embedded within our platform’s data, ensuring its accessibility and integrity for future generations and research.
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated and meticulous Pinterest Digital Archivist with a strong focus on historical data to join our growing team in Richmond, BC. This critical role involves the long-term preservation, organization, and accessibility of Pinterest’s historical digital assets. You will be instrumental in developing and implementing archival strategies for visual data, metadata, and user-generated content over time, ensuring that the rich history of inspiration on Pinterest is meticulously cataloged and preserved for research, platform evolution, and future cultural understanding. This is a unique opportunity to shape the archival practices for one of the world’s largest visual discovery platforms.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and implement comprehensive digital preservation strategies for Pinterest's historical data assets, including visual content, metadata, and user interactions.
- Develop and maintain robust archival systems and databases to ensure the integrity, authenticity, and accessibility of historical digital records.
- Perform regular audits and quality control checks on archived data, identifying and addressing any potential preservation risks or data degradation issues.
- Collaborate with engineering, product, and legal teams to integrate archival best practices into data management workflows and new product development.
- Create detailed metadata schemas and documentation standards for historical assets, ensuring consistency and searchability.
- Research and evaluate emerging technologies and methodologies in digital preservation and archival science.
- Respond to internal requests for historical data, providing accurate and timely access while adhering to privacy and compliance regulations.
- Contribute to the development of internal policies and guidelines for digital archiving and data retention.
- Educate and train internal stakeholders on archival principles and data handling best practices.
Required Skills
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in digital archiving, data management, or library science, with a focus on large-scale digital collections.
- Demonstrable expertise in digital preservation standards, methodologies, and tools (e.g., OAIS, PREMIS, FADGI).
- Strong understanding of metadata standards and best practices (e.g., Dublin Core, MODS, EAD).
- Proficiency with database management systems and experience working with large datasets.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Familiarity with intellectual property rights, data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA), and ethical considerations in digital archiving.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for technical and non-technical audiences.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS), Archival Studies, or a related field.
- Experience with distributed systems, cloud storage (AWS, GCP, Azure), or large-scale data platforms.
- Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python, R) for data manipulation and automation.
- Familiarity with visual content analysis, image processing, or media asset management systems.
- Experience in a fast-paced technology company or a similar data-intensive environment.
- Published research or active participation in the digital archiving community.
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive salary and equity package
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous paid time off and holidays
- Parental leave program
- Professional development and learning opportunities
- Wellness programs and fitness reimbursements
- Employee assistance program
- Subsidized public transit
- On-site amenities (cafeteria, gym, etc.)
- Dynamic and inclusive work environment
How to Apply
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- An up-to-date Resume or CV
- A brief cover letter summarizing your experience and motivation
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
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