Senior Data Platform Engineer

Job Title: Senior Software Engineer (SSE) – Java & Big Data

Location: Bangalore

Experience: 4- 10 Years

About the Role

We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer with strong expertise in Java and Big Data technologies. The ideal candidate should have a solid foundation in algorithms and system design, along with a passion for building scalable, high-performance data systems. Exposure to GenAI / Agentic AI is a plus.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems using Java.
• Build and optimize data pipelines using Big Data technologies such as Spark, Kafka, and Hive.
• Work on real-time and batch data processing systems.
• Apply strong problem-solving skills and algorithms to build efficient solutions.
• Participate in system design discussions and contribute to architecture decisions.
• Ensure high performance, reliability, and scalability of systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Data Engineering, Analytics, and Product.
• Mentor junior engineers and drive engineering best practices.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in Java and backend development.
• Hands-on experience with Big Data technologies:
• Apache Spark
• Apache Kafka
• Hive / Hadoop ecosystem
• Solid understanding of data structures and algorithms.
• Strong experience in system design (scalable, distributed systems).
• Experience with REST APIs, microservices architecture, and cloud platforms (GCP/AWS/Azure).
• Good understanding of data modeling and data pipelines.
• Strong debugging and performance optimization skills.

Good to Have

• Experience with Gen AI / LLMs / Agentic AI frameworks.
• Exposure to tools like Dify, LangChain, RAG pipelines, or vector databases.
• Experience in building AI-powered data platforms or automation systems.
• Knowledge of data governance, data quality frameworks, or streaming architectures.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, agile environment.
• Ownership mindset and proactive attitude.