Big Data Engineer

A Big Data Engineer is responsible for managing and optimizing data pipelines and infrastructure, as well as designing and implementing robust, scalable solutions to handle large-scale data processing. They work on collecting, storing, processing, and analyzing vast amounts of data to help organizations derive actionable insights.

Big Data Engineer job description template

We're seeking a Big Data Engineer who excels at building and maintaining high-performance data processing systems. This role combines technical data management skills with innovative problem-solving abilities to leverage big data for strategic advantages.

Key responsibilities

  • Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and processing systems

  • Implement best practices for data ingestion, storage, and processing at scale

  • Collaborate with data scientists and analysts to efficiently integrate data sources and ensure data accuracy

  • Develop and optimize data architectures to support actionable analytics and business intelligence

  • Troubleshoot and improve the performance of existing data workflows

  • Stay current with big data technologies and methodologies to make informed recommendations for system improvements

Requirements and skills

  • 2+ years of experience as a Big Data Engineer or in a similar role

  • Proficiency with big data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, and Kafka

  • Experience with cloud-based data platforms like AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure

  • Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, Java, or Scala

  • In-depth understanding of database technologies, including SQL and NoSQL databases

  • Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

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