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# Software Engineer (Java- Big Data)

- **Company:** Grid Dynamics (nasdaq: Gdyn)
- **Location:** United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Adobe InDesign, Airflow, Amazon Web Services, Data Analysis, Big Data, Continuous Integration, Data Architecture, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Distributed Systems, Python (Programming Language), Cloud Services, Search Technologies, Workflow Management Systems, Apache Spark, Backend, Data Lakes, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Apache Flink, Data Management, Restful APIs, Software Version Control, Api Management
- **Published:** October 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/650ff19f-ecca-45f6-a852-4ecf3b79ddac

## About the Role

* Strong proficiency in Java backend development, particularly REST services and production troubleshooting
 * Experience working with Big data for Analytics or ML data in data formats like Iceberg, Lance formats using processing frameworks like Spark, Flink are required
 * Experience with AWS cloud services and infrastructure
 * Hands-on experience with Kubernetes
 * Understanding of performance and scalability aspects of distributed systems
 * Ability to design and implement robust API solutions
 * Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or similar field.

Would be a plus

 * Familiarity with workflow management tools like Airflow
 * Knowledge of modern data architecture like data lakes and data lakehouses
 * Experience with version control systems, CI/CD practices, and testing frameworks
 * Proficiency in Scala or Python (complementary to Java skills)

## Description

We are looking for a skilled Backend / Big Data Engineer to join a technology modernization initiative focused on building scalable data and AI-driven applications. You will work primarily with Java, Big Data technologies, AWS, and Kubernetes, helping modernize existing data platforms and develop backend services that support large-scale analytics and AI search capabilities.

Essential functions

 * Participate in design and development of Big Data analytical applications
 * Design, support and continuously enhance the project code base, continuous integration pipeline, etc.
 * Write complex ETL processes and frameworks for analytics and data management
 * Work inside a team of industry experts on cutting-edge Big Data technologies to develop solutions for deployment at massive scale