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Big Data Engineer

Iasi, Romania Remote, Bucharest, Romania

We are looking for a Big Data Developer (Scala, Spark, AWS) to work on a hands-on project involving data ingestion, ETL pipelines, and metadata management. This role offers the opportunity to gain practical experience with cutting-edge technologies and grow within a dynamic engineering team.

Essential functions

  • Develop, optimize, and maintain Big Data solutions using Scala and Spark

  • Design and manage ETL pipelines, ensuring efficient data processing and integration

  • Work with cloud-based services to support scalable and reliable data workflows

  • Implement and maintain data ingestion processes, including validation and transformation

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data infrastructure and analytics capabilities

  • Monitor data integrity, performance metrics, and system reliability

  • Contribute to metadata management, schema registries, and data governance practices

  • Continuously learn and apply new technologies to improve data engineering processes

Qualifications

  • Proficiency in Scala with experience in Big Data processing frameworks like Apache Spark

  • Hands-on experience with ETL development, data ingestion, and pipeline management

  • Familiarity with cloud services (AWS preferred) and infrastructure for Big Data solutions

  • Experience with workflow orchestration tools (Airflow or similar)

  • Understanding of metadata management and schema registries

  • Basic knowledge of distributed systems and data storage solutions

  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a collaborative environment

  • Eagerness to learn new technologies and improve engineering best practices

Would be a plus

  • Experience with Python and/or Java for data processing and scripting

  • Knowledge of Snowflake, Docker, Kubernetes, Helm, and PostgreSQL

  • Familiarity with data visualization tools such as Superset or Tableau

  • Hands-on experience with AWS services (EKS, IAM, S3, SNS, SQS, MSK, etc.)

  • Understanding of Big Data concepts, distributed computing, and data governance

We offer

  • Work on bleeding-edge projects on a team of experienced and motivated engineers

  • Flexible working hours

  • Specialisation courses

  • 24 days annual leave + an additional of 5 sick days

  • Floating Holidays

  • Private medical subscription for employees and their family members

  • Benefits basket with the total value of 650 euro/year

About us

Grid Dynamics (NASDAQ: GDYN) is a leading provider of technology consulting, platform and product engineering, AI, and advanced analytics services. Fusing technical vision with business acumen, we solve the most pressing technical challenges and enable positive business outcomes for enterprise companies undergoing business transformation. A key differentiator for Grid Dynamics is our 8 years of experience and leadership in enterprise AI, supported by profound expertise and ongoing investment in data, analytics, cloud & DevOps, application modernization and customer experience. Founded in 2006, Grid Dynamics is headquartered in Silicon Valley with offices across the Americas, Europe, and India.

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