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# Senior Spark Backend Engineer - Remote Spain

- **Company:** UST España
- **Location:** Madrid, Spain (Remote available)
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Big Data, Python (Programming Language), SQL Databases, Data Processing, Apache Spark, Backend
- **Published:** September 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.buscojobs.com.es/senior-spark-backend-engineer-remote-spain-en-madrid-ID-370607750

## About the Role

The role requires strong Spark experience (Scala or Python), solid SQL and data modelling skills, and a bilingual capability with English and Spanish.

## Description

UST España & Latam is seeking a Senior Backend Spark Developer to design, develop, and optimize data processing solutions within the Client Contribution platform.You will build scalable Big Data pipelines and collaborate across multiple teams to drive performance and reliability.The role requires strong Spark experience (Scala or Python), solid SQL and data modelling skills, and a bilingual capability with English and Spanish.You will work in a remote/hybrid model with flexible arrangements.#J-*****-Ljbffr


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