Riskinsight Consulting

Big Data Developer – Spark

14 October 2024
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£24000 - £56000 / year

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and deploy scalable Big Data applications using Apache Spark.
  • Collaborate with data scientists and business analysts to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
  • Write efficient and optimized code to process and analyze large volumes of data.
  • Implement data ingestion processes from various data sources to the Big Data platform.
  • Create and maintain data pipelines and workflows for data processing and analytics.
  • Perform data quality checks and ensure data integrity throughout the system.
  • Troubleshoot and debug production issues to identify and resolve technical problems.
  • Stay updated with the latest Big Data technologies and tools to drive innovation and improve performance.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of Big Data applications with other systems.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • 4-6 years of experience in Big Data development using Apache Spark.
  • Proficient in Scala or Python programming languages.
  • Hands-on experience with Hadoop, Hive, and/or HBase.
  • Familiarity with distributed computing frameworks such as Spark Streaming and Kafka.
  • Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases.
  • Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and distributed systems.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
  • Proactive attitude towards learning and professional development.

Skills: Apache Spark, Scala, Python, Hadoop, Hive, HBase, Spark Streaming, Kafka