Data/Big Data Developer

Job Title: Application Programmer III

Location: Charlotte, NC & Plano, TX

Duration: Contract - 12 months

Pay Range: $65.05/hr (W2)

Job ID: 373764

About BCforward

BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Application Programmer III to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Teradata data warehousing, Big Data technologies (Hadoop, Hive, PySpark), and Unix/Linux scripting, and a proven ability to deliver end-to-end ETL and analytics solutions, troubleshoot complex issues, and collaborate with business stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze, design, develop, enhance, and support applications that integrate with existing business components using established frameworks and technologies.


• Develop and support new and existing requirements, coordinate with business partners to understand needs, and assess impacts of change requests.


• Build complex Teradata SQL-based ETL and analytic workflows using native utilities such as BTEQ, TPT, and FastExport.


• Design and execute data processing solutions on Hadoop/Hive and PySpark, leveraging tools like Sqoop, Impala, Kafka, and Python/Spark.


• Perform comprehensive root-cause analysis of application and process issues, and coordinate with customer-facing support teams.


• Develop Unix/Linux shell scripts and schedule jobs using enterprise schedulers such as Autosys.


• Apply CI/CD practices and tools for development and deployment, including JIRA and Bitbucket.


• Communicate status and risks to management, identify issues early, and resolve impediments to minimize project impact.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.


• 4+ years of end-to-end application development on Teradata data-warehouse and analytics platforms.


• 2+ years of end-to-end application development on Big Data technologies, including Hadoop, Hive, and PySpark.


• Extensive Teradata SQL expertise with native utilities: BTEQ, TPT, and FastExport.


• Strong Unix/Linux shell scripting skills and job scheduling experience (e.g., Autosys).


• Hands-on experience with Hadoop ecosystem tools such as Sqoop, Impala, Kafka, and Python/Spark/PySpark workloads.


• Working knowledge of CI/CD-based development and deployment using JIRA and Bitbucket.


• Excellent written communication and diagramming skills, with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.


• Professional speaking and presentation skills and effective teamwork with global stakeholders.

Preferred Skills:

• Industry certifications in Teradata, Hadoop, or Big Data.


• Experience conducting requirement discussions with business owners, performing requirements analysis, design, development, unit test planning and execution, code reviews, build management, and release documentation.


• Coordination with offshore teams and participation in application support and maintenance.

Why BCforward?

At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:

• Competitive compensation and benefits.


• Opportunities for growth with global clients.


• A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people.


• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects.

Additional Details

• Client: Bank of America.


• Role Code: BOA-AppProg-IV-V-3.


• Hours per Day: 8. Labor Type: Technical.


• Primary Skill: Python.

About Our Commitment

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

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