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# Senior AI Data Software Engineer

- **Company:** EPAM Systems, Inc.
- **Location:** Newtown, PA, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Business Logic, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Apache Lucene, Data Validation, Data Files, Data Infrastructure, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Retrieval, Data Systems, Data Warehousing, Relational Databases, Cursor (Graphical User Interface Elements), Software Debugging, Middleware, JSON, Python (Programming Language), MongoDB, NoSQL, Queueing Systems, Cloud Services, SAP (Applications), Search Technologies, Software Engineering, Apache Solr, SQL Databases, Parquet, Google Cloud, Data Ingestion, GitHub Copilot, Apache Spark, Information Technology, Cassandra, Avro, Data Programming, Apache Kafka, Databricks, Programming Languages
- **Published:** August 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://arc.dev/remote-jobs/j/redirect/p8u8cygrs6

## About the Role

* 4+ years experience in software development with Data Software Engineering technologies
 * Advanced knowledge of Python
 * Proficient with Spark and Databricks
 * Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure, Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud Platform
 * Experience with and confidence in using AI development tools eg. Claude Code, Github Copilot, Cursor
 * Strong understanding of different data file formats like JSON, Parquet, Avro
 * Hands-on experience with SQL and NoSQL databases, including Cassandra and MongoDB
 * Proficiency in data warehousing solutions, ETL processes
 * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics or related technical field
 * Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
 * Knowledge of software development methodologies and best practices
 * Exceptional oral and written communication skills in English (B2+), * Preferred experience with message queues, specifically Kafka, and working with large data transfer applications/middleware
 * Production experience in search technologies such as Solr, OpenSearch, or Lucene is highly advantageous
 * Knowledge of Scala or Java

## Description

* Implement data ingestion from diverse sources utilizing technologies including RDBMS, REST HTTP API, flat files, Streams, Time series data, SAP
 * Research and utilize Data Software Engineering technologies for effective data ingestion
 * Process and transform data using tools such as Spark, Databricks and various Cloud Services
 * Participate of next waves of AI Adoption - implement agentic development environments
 * Understand and execute project-specific business logic through programming languages supported by the primary data platform
 * Optimize data retrieval, develop dashboards, and perform data validation
 * Collaborate with diverse teams including data scientists, analysts, and IT professionals
 * Provide thought leadership on Data Software Engineering best practices and technology trends
 * Maintain and ensure integrity and security of data sources and platforms
 * Perform troubleshooting, debugging, and upgrading of data systems and applications


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