We are: At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20 years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500, and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets. Our challenge: As a Big Data Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable data processing systems using Apache Spark and Scala. You will collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and other stakeholders to understand data requirements and deliver robust solutions that facilitate data analysis and reporting. Additional Information The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within “Jersey City, NJ” is 130-140 K /year & benefits (see below). The Role Responsibilities: Develop and maintain large-scale data processing applications using Apache Spark and Scala. Design and implement data pipelines to ingest, process, and analyze data from various sources. Collaborate with data architects and data engineers to ensure optimal data storage and retrieval strategies. Optimize Spark jobs for performance and cost efficiency. Conduct data profiling and validation to ensure data quality and integrity. Work with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) to deploy and manage big data solutions. Participate in code reviews and contribute to best practices for software development. Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to data processing and performance. Stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in big data and contribute to continuous improvement efforts. Requirements: You are: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Proven experience as a Big Data Developer or similar role, with a strong focus on Spark and Scala. Proficiency in Apache Spark and its ecosystem (e.g., Spark SQL, Spark Streaming). Experience with data modeling, ETL processes, and data warehousing concepts. Familiarity with NoSQL databases (e.g., Hadoop, Cassandra, MongoDB). Knowledge of cloud services (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and big data tools (e.g., Hive, Pig). Strong programming skills in Scala and Java; Python knowledge is a plus. Good understanding of data governance and data security best practices. Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively. It would be great if you also had: Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes). Familiarity with machine learning frameworks and tools. Knowledge of data visualization tools and techniques. We can offer you: A highly competitive compensation and benefits package A multinational organization with 58 offices in 21 countries and the possibility to work abroad Laptop and a mobile phone 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays) Maternity & Paternity leave plans A comprehensive insurance plan including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region) Retirement savings plans A higher education certification policy Commuter benefits (varies by region) Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development. On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms A flat and approachable organization A truly diverse, fun-loving and global work culture SYNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT 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. Thanks& Regards Vikarant Kumar
