Data Developer – 12 month contract

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Create new products and applications while improving existing ones using Scala, Python, or other relevant technologies.

• Engage in every phase of the software development lifecycle, which includes planning, design, coding, testing, deployment, monitoring, support, and documentation.

• Implement modern cloud and DevOps practices.

• Produce high-quality code for robust, large-scale applications.

• Collaborate with data scientists to comprehend models and convert complex algorithms into scalable solutions.

• Oversee machine learning model lifecycles, including testing, deployment, and production monitoring.

• Ensure observability through platforms like Grafana.

• Keep documentation of processes and best practices up to date.

• Work alongside Big Data developers, Data Ops, Data Science, and DevOps/SRE teams to integrate data and machine learning solutions into AWS infrastructure.

• Contribute to a self-organized, multidisciplinary Agile team.

• Collaborate with the Product Manager and other product teams to define future organizational solutions.

• Advise and support technological decisions.

⛳️ Requirements

• Proficient in programming languages such as Scala or Python.

• Proven experience in developing applications that prioritize high concurrency and fast response times.

• Mastery of data modeling and parallel processing concepts.

• Strong knowledge of Big Data technologies, including Apache Spark.

• Familiarity with distributed data storage systems like Scylla DB and AWS data services.

• Advanced understanding of Docker and Kubernetes.

• Knowledge of cloud platforms, particularly with a focus on AWS.

• Experience with test-driven development (TDD), CI/CD, GitHub, and GitHub Actions.

• Skilled in designing and optimizing data processing pipelines using Airflow and Databricks workflows.

• Background in Machine Learning engineering and operations applied to Big Data.

• Experience utilizing Apache Spark for ML and working with Databricks.

• Familiarity with AI tools in software development.

• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.

• At least five years of professional experience as a Big Data developer.

• Excellent communication skills in English; proficiency in French is a plus.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.

• Flexible working hours and options for remote work.

• Collaborative and inclusive work culture.

• Access to the latest technologies and tools.