Job Description
We're looking for a Development Architect to lead critical innovation efforts on our metadata platform, with a strong emphasis on data engineering to join us in Bangalore. We're particularly interested in candidates with expertise in Java, distributed computing, and working with data lakes using Spark and Iceberg or comparable technologies. Additionally, candidates with a background in developing Cloud Applications and familiarity with Kubernetes will have an added advantage.
You will report to the Director, Engineering and will be joining us in Bangalore - Hybrid role.
Technology You'll Use
Java, Spark, Iceberg, Elasticsearch, Graph, Message Queues, Kubernetes, Argo etc.
Your Role Responsibilities? Here's What You'll Do
- Lead the end-to-end development lifecycle of complex software products, from requirements gathering to deployment and maintenance.
- Architect and design scalable, reliable, and high-performance systems using Iceberg, Graph, Elastic, and other relevant technologies.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers, designers, and other engineers to define product requirements and specifications.
- Develop programming environment with peer engineers, and architects spanning their respective areas to deliver end-to-end components and features.
- Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior members of the engineering team.
- Drive best practices for code quality, testing, and deployment automation.
- Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure code quality and maintainability.
- Handling customer escalations that are routed to R&D from Global customer support (would require you to re-prioritize your tasks).
- Produce techno-functional specs and designs based on high-level requirements.
- Be an amazing performer and team player who enjoys challenging assignments in a fast-growing distributed workplace.
- Work in an Agile software development team delivering product and feature increments in short iterations.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of our engineering processes and practices.
What We'd Like to See
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- 12+ years of experience in software development, with a focus on building complex, scalable systems.
- Experience in designing and implementing software solutions using Spark, Iceberg, Graph, Elastic, and other relevant technologies is plus.
- Strong programming skills in languages such as Java, Scala, Go.
- Experience cloud-native development and deployment processes.
- Experience with distributed systems, microservices architecture, and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design principles.
Role Essentials
- xcellent problem-solving skills and a passion for tackling complex technical challenges.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
- A proactive and self-motivated attitude with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
- BA/BS or equivalent educational background, we will consider an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
- Minimum 12+ years of relevant professional experience