Senior Big Data Engineer

Job#: 2074995

Job Description:

Infrastructure-Focused Data Platform Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Support both building new infrastructure from scratch and fixing existing infrastructure.
• Heavy usage of Terraform to manage and provision infrastructure.
• Must be able to debug, modify, and write new Terraform modules.
• Must understand EKS (Elastic Kubernetes Service): not just provisioning, but also debugging issues inside the cluster.
• Work involves broad team support and cross-functional collaboration.
• Needs to handle Airflow, Spark, and Databricks from an infrastructure perspective (not as an application user).
• Role involves a large scope with many teams depending on the platform's stability.

Required Tech Skills

• Terraform (mandatory)
• EKS / Kubernetes
• Airflow (platform-level, not just DAG writing)
• Databricks, Spark (from an infra viewpoint)
• Basic scripting in Python or Go (no need for deep development skills)

Soft Skills & Experience Preferences

• Proactiveness, strong communication, ability to work across teams.
• Experience in on-call rotations or high-availability support is a plus.
• Company size or industry (e.g., entertainment) is less relevant.

Logistics

• On site 4 days a week in SF
• 18-month contract to convert

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.