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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Java / Big Data Engineer - **Company:** BC Forward - **Location:** Charlotte, NC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $201,594.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Adobe InDesign, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, HTML5, Backbone.Js, Big Data, Bootstrap (Software), Cloud Computing, Program Optimization, Profiling, Information Engineering, Data Integration, Data Structures, Distributed Systems, Apache Hadoop, Hibernate (Java), Apache Hive, Java Database Connectivity, Java Persistence API, Spring Framework, NoSQL, Performance Tuning, SQL Databases, Multithreading, Java Application Server, Apache Spark, Spring-boot, Containerization, AngularJS, Material UI, Information Technology, Apache Flink, Apache Kafka, Spark Streaming, Api Design, Data Pipelines - **Published:** August 8, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.disabledperson.com/jobs/74128362-senior-java-big-data-engineer ## About the Role We are seeking a Java Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in end-to-end Java application development, big data engineering, and performance optimization and a proven ability to design and deliver scalable data-intensive solutions while guiding teams toward target architecture on strategic platforms., * 9+ years of hands-on Java application development experience end to end. * Strong core Java skills including multi-threading, Collections API, JDBC, and use of Java profiling tools. * Proficiency with Spring, Spring Boot, JPA, and Hibernate frameworks. * Strong CS fundamentals in design, data structures, and algorithms. * Expertise in performance tuning, profiling, and memory optimization for data-intensive applications. * Expertise with SQL and NoSQL databases, including data integration and transformation tools. * Strong knowledge of big data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, Kafka, Hive, or Flink. * Experience discovering, ingesting, and incorporating new data sources across streaming, batch, and APIs. * Skills to optimize data pipelines and queries for performance and scalability. * Strong problem-solving abilities to resolve complex data engineering issues. * Leadership and mentoring capabilities in team environments. * Excellent communication skills. * BS/MS in Computer Science, Engineering, or a quantitative discipline from a reputed university. * Background in enterprise stress testing and knowledge of credit, operational, and market risk. * Knowledge and experience with Hadoop or other big data distributed ecosystems. * Knowledge of cloud or distributed computing. * 5+ years of experience with Java UI technologies including HTML5, AngularJS, Backbone.js, and Bootstrap. * Experience working in an Agile software development environment. Preferred Skills: * Experience with Apache Flink or advanced Spark streaming use cases. * Exposure to cloud-based big data services and containerized deployments. ## Description * Design, develop, and maintain end-to-end Java applications supporting current and target processes. * Partner with cross-functional Technology teams to implement target architecture and migrate workloads to strategic platforms. * Build and optimize data pipelines for real-time, streaming, batch, and API-based ingestion. * Load and manage large datasets in Hadoop and compute complex logic on Spark platforms. * Conduct performance profiling and tuning for data-intensive applications, including memory optimization. * Develop services and integrations using Spring, Spring Boot, JPA, and Hibernate. * Build and enhance UI components using Java UI technologies such as HTML5, AngularJS, Backbone.js, and Bootstrap. * Apply Agile practices to deliver high-quality software in iterative sprints. * Mentor team members and contribute to engineering best practices. ## Related Videos - [Alibaba Big Data and Machine Learning Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/37-alibaba-big-data-and-machine-learning-technology) - [Leveraging Real time data in FSIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/806-leveraging-real-time-data-in-fsis) - [The Resilience of the World Wide Web](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1281-the-resilience-of-the-world-wide-web) - [Enterprise-Cloud-Native - Fast-Paced Development & Deployment in a Highly Secure Banking Environment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/671-enterprise-cloud-native-fast-paced-development-deployment-in-a-highly-secure-banking-environment) - [Why and when should we consider Stream Processing frameworks in our solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1085-why-and-when-should-we-consider-stream-processing-frameworks-in-our-solutions) - [PySpark - Combining Machine Learning & Big Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/44-pyspark-combining-machine-learning-big-data) ## Related Articles - [93 Java Interview Questions You Should Prepare For](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/14-93-java-interview-questions-you-should-prepare-for) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Top Big Data Technologies That You Need to Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/108-top-big-data-technologies-that-you-need-to-know) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [7 Most Popular Web Developer Jobs in Europe](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/163-7-most-popular-web-developer-jobs-in-europe)