Senior Data Engineer

Summary

Senior Data Engineer designing and building scalable data pipelines with Apache Spark, Scala, and Java, plus microservices and Redis caching in distributed environments.

Position: Senior Data Engineer

Location: REMOTE

Experience: 5+ years


About the Role:

We are looking for a Senior Data Engineer with strong hands-on experience in Apache Spark, Scala, and Java, coupled with a solid understanding of microservices architecture. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, able to design and implement scalable data pipelines and services in a distributed environment.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, build, and optimize scalable data pipelines using Apache Spark.
  • Develop and maintain microservices in Scala/Java.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define data requirements and delivery strategies.
  • Ensure high availability, performance, and security of data infrastructure.
  • Implement caching strategies using Redis or similar distributed caching tools.


Requirements:

  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in data engineering.
  • Deep expertise in Apache Spark, Scala, and Java.
  • Experience designing and developing microservices-based architectures.
  • Strong understanding of distributed systems and parallel processing.
  • Working knowledge of Redis or equivalent distributed caching systems.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD practices and cloud platforms is a plus.


Nice to Have:

  • Experience with Kubernetes, Docker, or cloud-native environments.
  • Exposure to data governance and quality frameworks.




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