Senior Data Engineer

Software Requirements:

• PySpark
• Hadoop
• Spark
• Python
• Unix
• HDFS
• PyArrow
• SQL

Overall Responsibilities:

• Develop and optimize data processing workflows using PySpark.
• Implement and manage scalable data pipelines within Hadoop and Spark ecosystems.
• Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and stakeholders to accurately capture data requirements and deliver effective solutions.
• Ensure data quality and integrity across all processes and workflows.
• Monitor and resolve performance issues in big data applications.
• Stay updated with advancements in big data technologies.

Technical Skills:

Category-wise:

PySpark and Spark:

• Proficiency in PySpark for sophisticated data processing tasks.
• Experience in Spark development, including performance optimization techniques.

Hadoop and HDFS:

• Advanced proficiency with Hadoop ecosystems.
• Skilled in leveraging HDFS for efficient data storage and retrieval.

Programming and Libraries:

• Strong programming foundation in Python.
• Familiarity with supporting libraries such as PyArrow.

Unix:

• Basic experience with Unix systems for executing data processing tasks.

Databases (SQL):

• Solid working knowledge of SQL for database management and querying.

Experience:

• Minimum 7 years of experience in big data environments.
• Extensive exposure to PySpark and Spark development.
• Significant experience in data engineering and managing large datasets.

Day-to-Day Activities:

• Develop, test, and deploy scalable data processing pipelines using PySpark.
• Execute data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver efficient solutions.
• Optimize and troubleshoot existing data workflows and pipelines.
• Document processes, workflows, and data models comprehensively.
• Continuously monitor and enhance data processing performance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Data Engineering, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications in big data technologies are advantageous.

Soft Skills:

• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication abilities to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in a team setting.
• High attention to detail with a proactive approach to identifying and solving issues.
• Flexibility and adaptability to evolving technologies and methodologies.

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Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

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