Full-Time

Principal Data Engineer

Posted on 1/11/2025

Verizon Communications

Verizon Communications

10,001+ employees

Telecommunications services including wireless and broadband

Enterprise Software
Consumer Goods

Senior, Expert

Boston, MA, USA + 4 more

More locations: E Fowler Ave, Tampa, FL, USA | Berkeley Heights, NJ, USA | Alpharetta, GA, USA | Irving, TX, USA

Hybrid role with a minimum of eight assigned office days per month.

Category
Data Engineering
Data & Analytics
Required Skills
Agile
Data Science
BigQuery
Google Cloud Platform
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree or four or more years of work experience.
  • Six or more years of relevant experience required, demonstrated through one or a combination of work and/or military experience, or specialized training.
  • Programming experience with GCP tools such as Cloud DataFlow, Dataproc, Cloud Shell SDK, Cloud Composer, Google Cloud Storage (GCS), Cloud Functions, Spanner and BigQuery.
  • Proven experience collaborating with data engineers, architects, data scientists, and enterprise platform teams in designing and deploying data products and ML models in production.
  • Experience in data warehousing, Data Lakes, and big data platforms.
Responsibilities
  • Developing high-quality code that meets standards and delivers desired functionality using cutting-edge technology.
  • Programing components, developing features, and frameworks.
  • Working independently and contributing to immediate and cross-functional teams.
  • Participating in design discussions and contribute to architectural decisions.
  • Analyzing problem statements, breaking down problems, and providing solutions.
  • Taking ownership of large tasks, delivering on time, and mentoring team members.
  • Exploring alternate technologies and approaches to solve problems.
  • Following an agile-based approach to deliver data products.
Desired Qualifications
  • 4+ years of experience in designing and deploying Hadoop clusters and various big data analytical tools, including HDFS, PIG, Hive, Sqoop, Spark, and Oozie.
  • Hands-on experience in designing and building data pipelines using NiFi, Airflow, or Apache Beam in GCP (Dataproc and BigQuery) for ETL jobs.
  • Hands-on experience implementing real-time solutions using Apache Beam SDK with Dataflow, Spark, or Flink as runners.
  • Experience with real-time data streaming technologies such as Google Pub/Sub and Apache Kafka.
  • Proficiency in serialization concepts and formats such as Avro, Parquet, and Protobuf.
  • Experience with advanced transformations and windowing functions in real-time data processing.
  • Experience with Google Dataflow templates for creating reusable and scalable data processing pipelines.
  • Experience with Google Data Catalog and other Google Cloud APIs for monitoring, querying, and billing analysis for BigQuery usage.
  • Experience working with at least one NoSQL database (HBase, Cassandra, Couchbase) and one relational database (Oracle, MySQL, Teradata).
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to empathize and maintain a positive attitude.
  • Participation in technology and industry forums on evolving data engineering.
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to apply a business mindset to data issues and initiatives, crafting cross-business strategies and plans for multiple stakeholders.
  • Strong leadership, communication, persuasion, and teamwork skills.
  • GCP/AWS Cloud certifications.
  • Familiarity with Large Language Models and a passion for Generative AI tools.
Verizon Communications

Verizon Communications

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Verizon Communications provides telecommunications services, including wireless communications, broadband internet, and digital television, primarily in the United States. The company offers subscription-based plans for mobile phone services, home internet, and digital TV, allowing customers to select options that suit their needs. Verizon is recognized for its reliable network coverage and advanced technology, including the latest 5G capabilities that enhance internet speed and connectivity. Unlike many competitors, Verizon emphasizes customer satisfaction through personalized programs like "myPlan," which tailors deals to individual preferences. The company's goal is to deliver essential communication services while continuously expanding its offerings and maintaining a strong market presence.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$11.9M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

1983

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for private 5G networks offers Verizon new enterprise opportunities.
  • AI-driven network management tools can optimize Verizon's network performance and reduce costs.
  • Expansion of IoT devices allows Verizon to offer integrated solutions, diversifying its portfolio.

What critics are saying

  • T-Mobile's aggressive 5G expansion threatens Verizon's market share.
  • Rising interest rates may impact Verizon's investment in network infrastructure.
  • Cord-cutting trends could reduce demand for Verizon's digital TV services.

What makes Verizon Communications unique

  • Verizon's 5G deployment for the U.S. Air Force enhances its reputation for reliability.
  • Partnership with Nvidia integrates AI with 5G, showcasing cutting-edge technological innovation.
  • Verizon Frontline's solutions for public safety highlight its commitment to mission-critical communications.

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Benefits

Hybrid Work Options

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Parental Leave

Adoption Assistance

Tuition Reimbursement