Principal Apache Spark Engineer

At BairesDev®, we've been leading the way in technology projects for over 15 years. We deliver cutting-edge solutions to giants like Google and the most innovative startups in Silicon Valley. Our diverse 4,000+ team, composed of the world's Top 1% of tech talent, works on roles that drive significant impact worldwide.When you apply for this position, you're taking the first step in a process that goes beyond the ordinary. We aim to align your passions and skills with our vacancies, setting you on a path to exceptional career development and success.Principal Apache Spark Engineer at BairesDevWe are seeking a Principal Apache Spark Engineer to work on distributed data processing systems and real-time analytics. You'll contribute to Apache Spark and related ecosystem projects (Kafka, Hive, Iceberg), focusing on performance optimization and scalable architecture.What You'll Do:- Contribute actively to Apache Spark and related open source projects as a core contributor.- Design and optimize distributed data processing engines for batch and real-time analytical workloads.- Develop streaming analytics capabilities using Spark Structured Streaming and integration with Apache Kafka.- Enhance Spark SQL catalyst optimizer and distributed query execution systems.What we are looking for:- 10+ years of experience in software development.- Strong expertise in distributed computing and large-scale data processing systems.- Deep understanding of Apache Spark architecture, including RDDs, DataFrames, and streaming.- Proficiency in Scala, Java, and Python (primary Spark development languages).- Proven experience in performance tuning of distributed systems at scale.- Core contributions to Apache open source projects (Spark, Kafka, Hive, or similar).- Advanced level of English.How we make your work (and your life) easier:- Excellent compensation in USD or your local currency if preferred.- Paid parental leave, vacation, & national holidays.- Innovative and multicultural work environment.- Collaborate and learn from the global Top 1% of talent in each area.- Supportive environment with mentorship, promotions, skill development, and diverse growth opportunities.Join a global team where your unique talents can truly thrive and make a significant impact!Apply now!