Sr. Data Engineer

Job#: 3020192

Job Description:

Job Title: Data Engineer

Duration: 12 Months

Location: Jersey City NJ / Addison TX / Charlotte NC

Payrate: $65.00 - 68.26/hr

Role and Responsibilities

Design and develop high-performance, scalable real-time data processing solutions using technologies like Kafka (KStreams, KTable), Spark Streaming, and Redis to handle massive data sets from multiple channels.

Implement and optimize streaming data pipelines to process and analyze near real-time data, ensuring low-latency and high-throughput performance.

Leverage expertise in Hadoop stack technologies, including HDFS, Spark, MapReduce, Yarn, Hive, Sqoop, Impala, and Hue, to design and optimize data processing workflows.

Utilize NoSQL databases such as Redis to support real-time data storage and retrieval for mission-critical applications.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify system bottlenecks, benchmark performance, and propose innovative solutions to enhance system efficiency.

Take ownership of defining Big Data and real-time data strategies and roadmaps for Enterprise, aligning them with business objectives.

Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends related to Big Data and real-time data processing, continuously evaluating new tools and frameworks for potential integration.

Provide guidance and mentorship to junior teammates, fostering a culture of technical excellence.

Primary Skill: Spark

Secondary Skill: Redis

Tertiary Skill: Hadoop

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's or master's degree in science or engineering, or a related field.

Minimum of 8 years of industry experience, with at least 5 years focused on hands-on work in Big Data and real-time data processing technologies.

Strong expertise in Hadoop stack technologies, such as HDFS, Spark, Yarn, Hive, Sqoop, Impala, and Hue.

Proficiency in real-time streaming technologies like Kafka (KStreams, KTable) and Spark Streaming.

Strong knowledge of NoSQL databases like Redis, MongoDB, or HBase.

Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Scala, Java, and Bash/Shell Scripting.

Excellent problem-solving abilities and the capability to deliver effective solutions for business-critical applications.

Strong understanding of distributed systems, data partitioning, and fault-tolerant architectures.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with additional real-time streaming technologies like Flink or Storm.

Familiarity with Cloud Technologies such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform.

Working knowledge of machine learning algorithms, statistical analysis, and programming languages (Python or R) to conduct data analysis and develop predictive models.

Proficiency in Data Integration and Data Security within real-time and Big Data ecosystems, including knowledge of Kerberos.

Strong command of Visual Analytics Tools, with a focus on Tableau.

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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 uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

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.