Big Data Application Support

Lifelancer; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 2,500,000 - 3,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology provider is seeking a Big Data Application Support Manager based in Bengaluru, Karnataka. This role requires strong expertise in Hadoop and Snowflake platforms, where you will lead a team to optimize and maintain enterprise-scale applications. You should possess over 10 years of experience in high-performance applications and comprehensive skills in data solutions. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in IT or related fields and proven abilities in leading and directing team members. This position offers hybrid working flexibility.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in high-performance, scalable enterprise applications.
• Experience in leading teams for operational excellence in Big Data applications.
• Strong knowledge of architecture, design patterns, and performance tuning.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team responsible for optimizing and supporting Big Data applications.
• Oversee incident and problem management, driving continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational performance.

Skills

Hadoop

Snowflake

Spark

Kafka

Python

Scala

SQL

ETL

Agile

Unix/Linux

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Science, IT, Computer Science, or Engineering

Tools

Maven

Git/Stash

Jenkins

Docker

Cloudera CDH/CDP

Job description

Job Title: Big Data Application Support

Job Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Job Location Type: Hybrid

Job Contract Type: Full-time

Job Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level

Role Summary

The Manager – Big Data Application Support leads a team responsible for optimizing, maintaining, and supporting enterprise-scale Big Data applications, focusing on Hadoop and Snowflake platforms. This strategic role drives operational excellence, adapts to evolving open-source technologies, and ensures robust application performance and reliability. The manager collaborates with cross functional teams, oversees incident and problem management, and champions continuous improvement in support processes.

Skills And Qualifications

• Big Data/Hadoop/Snowflake Technical Lead with extensive experience on Hadoop and Snowflake platforms and related Big Data tools/technologies.
• 10+ years of experience in implementing and managing high-performance, scalable enterprise applications.
• Strong knowledge of architecture, design patterns, ETL, data modeling, and performance tuning in Hadoop and Snowflake environments.
• Experience with big data tools: Hadoop, Snowflake, Spark, Kafka, Impala, Hive, HDFS, and related technologies.
• Experience in CI/CD tools such as Maven, Git/Stash, Jenkins, Docker, etc.
• Advanced proficiency in SQL queries, Scala, Python, and shell scripting.
• Ability to analyze large volumes of data, identify patterns, resolve data quality issues, and design scalable solutions.
• Experience working in Agile environments.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills; regular updates and follow-ups with stakeholders.
• Strong documentation and analytical skills.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and direct team members.
• Quick learner, self-motivated, and proactive in managing problems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in information science, Information Technology, Computer Science, or Engineering.
• Minimum of 4–5 years of experience in Hadoop and Snowflake ecosystems.
• Proficient in Python/Scala and Spark.
• Sound knowledge of Hive, Impala, Sqoop, Oozie, HDFS, Kafka, etc.
• Excellent knowledge of Hadoop and Snowflake architecture and support.
• Good understanding of distributed computing environments.
• Prior working experience with Cloudera CDH/CDP.
• Involved in problem determination using application and system error logs.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Good understanding of production support processes.

Must Have

• Unix/Linux, one programming language (Scala, Java, Python, C++), HDFS architecture, Kafka, Snowflake, and Spark.
• Full understanding of Relational Database Management Systems and ETL concepts.
• Experience in Spark, Hive, Impala, Sqoop, Oozie, Kafka, HDFS, Hive, Cloudera CDP.
• Familiarity with Windows Server 2012, Linux Red Hat 5x (and above).
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.

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