Talan

Senior Backend Spark Developer

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2 months ago
Remote, EMEASenior

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and optimize scalable Big Data solutions using Apache Spark.
  • Lead technical decisions and contribute to data-processing architecture.
  • Develop, maintain, and optimize Big Data pipelines.
  • Support data integration initiatives across multiple systems and workstreams.
  • Ensure the performance, scalability, and reliability of data-processing applications.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical and performance issues.
  • Collaborate with technical and functional stakeholders to define and implement solutions.
  • Contribute to CI/CD and DevOps processes and promote Agile development practices.
  • Mentor and support junior and mid-level developers.
  • Explore and promote emerging technologies, including AI-assisted development and automation.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of hands-on experience developing Big Data solutions with Apache Spark.
  • Strong programming experience in Scala, preferably, or Python.
  • Solid SQL skills and experience with data modeling.
  • Experience with Big Data platforms such as Azure Databricks, Apache Hive, or similar Spark-based environments.
  • Experience applying CI/CD and DevOps best practices.
  • Hands-on experience with Git, GitHub, SonarQube, and Nexus.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and take ownership of technical solutions.
  • Experience mentoring and supporting team members.
  • English proficiency at B2+ level or above.
  • Nice-to-have experience with Control-M, Apache Airflow, Hadoop ecosystems, and AI-assisted development or AI-driven data-platform initiatives.

Benefits

  • Permanent, full-time contract with career development opportunities.
  • Training opportunities in finance, technology, and data management.
  • Work in a challenging, multicultural environment with international projects.
  • Exposure to large-scale financial IT systems and cross-country operations.
  • Talan Spain is committed to non-discrimination in accordance with its Equality Plan and applicable gender-equality regulations.

Tech Stack

Apache AirflowApache HadoopApache HiveApache SparkAzureDatabricksGitPythonScalaSonarQubeSQL

Categories

BackendData Engineering
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