Lead Engineer, Open Source Data Platform

Acceldata; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data observability company is searching for a Principal Engineer in Kitchener, Canada, to define the technical strategy for their Open Data Platform. This full-time on-site position involves shaping the future of enterprise data solutions and leading large-scale initiatives in an innovative environment. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in distributed systems, advanced knowledge of Java or Scala, and a passion for open-source technology. Opportunity for mentorship and collaboration in a global community.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of software development experience; 8 years in distributed systems.
• Expert-level proficiency in Java or Scala; strong skills in Python.
• Deep expertise in consensus protocols and data replication.

Responsibilities

• Define long-term technical strategy for the Open Data Platform.
• Own the design of complex, high-impact systems.
• Lead research initiatives in emerging technologies.

Skills

Java or Scala

Python

Distributed computing

Hadoop

Spark

Education

Master's or PhD in Computer Science

Tools

Kubernetes

Flint

Kafka

Job description

A leading data observability company is searching for a Principal Engineer in Kitchener, Canada, to define the technical strategy for their Open Data Platform. This full-time on-site position involves shaping the future of enterprise data solutions and leading large-scale initiatives in an innovative environment. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in distributed systems, advanced knowledge of Java or Scala, and a passion for open-source technology. Opportunity for mentorship and collaboration in a global community.