> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2693934-application-architect-iii](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2693934-application-architect-iii). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Application Architect III - **Company:** Everforth Apex - **Location:** Plano, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Amazon S3, Business Analytics Applications, Cloudera Impala, Data Integration, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Visualization, Relational Databases, Database Queries, Apache Hadoop, Hadoop Distributed File System, Monitoring of Systems, Apache HBase, Apache Hive, Python (Programming Language), CURL, PostgreSQL, Windows PowerShell, Power BI, Prometheus, Shell Script, Tableau (Software), Teradata SQL, Scripting, Apache Yarn, Cloudera Manager, Grafana, Advanced Reports, Powerquery, Pyspark, Storage Technologies, Vba Programming Language, Api Design - **Published:** September 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/e15ed5fd-af31-4253-bdf5-db6c72c58e3f ## About the Role Technical Skills: A lead-level professional with deep Hadoop architectural expertise, including HDFS, FSImage analysis, Ozone, Hive, Impala, and YARN. Proficiency is required in API-driven data integration, PySpark, Python, PowerShell, shell scripting, and advanced SQL query writing. Candidates should have hands-on experience with tools such as Cloudera Manager, Pepperdata, or Acceldata Pulse for platform monitoring. Familiarity with RDBMS like Teradata or PostgreSQL is also necessary., * Experience with object storage architectures like HBase, MinIO, or S3-compatible platforms. * Familiarity with visualization tools such as Tableau or PowerBI. * Experience with advanced visualization and monitoring tools like Prometheus and Grafana. * Proficiency in Excel automation using VBA and Power Query. ## Description * Design and deliver analytics solutions across enterprise data lakes, large-scale Hadoop platforms, and cloud or hybrid data ecosystems. * Leverage HDFS CLI commands and FSImage analysis for storage and compute utilization assessment. * Analyze CPU, memory, and workload utilization across Hadoop platforms using YARN, Hive, and Impala query metrics for resource utilization reporting. * Develop API-driven ETL pipelines using cURL, PySpark, and shell scripting to extract, validate, and load data into Hive tables. * Design data models and develop analytical datasets to capture and analyze storage, compute, and resource utilization metrics. * Translate complex data into actionable insights for senior leadership and executive audiences. * Automate reporting and data refresh processes using tools like Excel VBA, Power Query, and scripting. * Lead proof-of-concept (POC) efforts for emerging technologies, evaluate business value, and recommend scalable implementation strategies. ## Related Videos - [PySpark - Combining Machine Learning & Big Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/44-pyspark-combining-machine-learning-big-data) - [Alibaba Big Data and Machine Learning Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/37-alibaba-big-data-and-machine-learning-technology) - [Don’t Insert Crazy! On cURL and AI Slop - Daniel Stenberg](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1796-don-t-insert-crazy-on-curl-and-ai-slop-daniel-stenberg) - [5 steps for running a Kubernetes environment at scale](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/88-5-steps-for-running-a-kubernetes-environment-at-scale) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Empowering Retail Through Applied Machine Learning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/976-empowering-retail-through-applied-machine-learning) ## Related Articles - [Top Big Data Technologies That You Need to Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/108-top-big-data-technologies-that-you-need-to-know) - [Making Data Warehouses Fast: A Developer’s Story](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/107-making-data-warehouses-fast-a-developer-s-story) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk)