Sr. Data Engineer - Data Engineering 4B

Genpact Ltd.; Dadri; Hybrid; INR 2,800,000 - 5,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Genpact is seeking a Sr. Data Engineer to design, develop, and support real-time data processing applications using Apache Flink and Kafka ecosystems. The role emphasizes scalable data models, event processing, and high-performance streaming workloads.

You will collaborate with architects, data engineers, and stakeholders to deliver robust streaming solutions. A strong background in Java/Scala and cloud platforms is required, with a focus on reliability and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 6–10+ years in Data Engineering with real-time streaming.
• Hands-on Flink, Kafka, KSQLDB experience.
• Strong SQL and large-scale data handling.
• Proficiency in Java/Scala; Python desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain real-time data processing apps using Flink.
• Develop in-flight transformation with Kafka Streams and SMTs.
• Build mapping frameworks to harmonize data models.
• Ensure low latency, high throughput with fault tolerance.

Skills

Apache Flink

Kafka

SQL

Java/Scala

Python

Education

Bachelors - Computer Science

Bachelors - Statistics

Masters - Data Science

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Databricks

Snowflake

Kafka Connect

Job description

## Sr. Data Engineer - Data Engineering 4BApply: Remote: 1401-G-India: Pegasus 2, Plot A 8A, Noida, UP: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 26, 2026 (29 days left to apply): JR10024672Sr. Data Engineer**Ready to turn bold ideas into real-world impact?** At Genpact, we don’t just adapt to change, we lead it. AI and digital innovation are transforming the way businesses work, and we’re at the forefront of it. Genpact’s AI Gigafactory, our industry-first accelerator, exemplifies how we scale advanced technology solutions to help global enterprises work smarter, grow faster, and transform at scale. Whether tackling complex challenges through large-scale models or agentic AI, our breakthrough solutions tackle companies’ most complex challenges. If you thrive in a fast-moving, innovation-driven environment, love building and deploying cutting-edge AI solutions, and want to push the boundaries of what’s possible, this is your moment. Genpact (NYSE: G) is an agentic and advanced technology solutions company. We leverage process intelligence and artificial intelligence to deliver measurable outcomes. With a strong partner ecosystem and decades of client trust, we provide innovative solutions that transform how businesses run. Powered by a team with an active learning mindset and client centricity at its core, we deliver lasting value for the world’s leading enterprises. Get to know us at genpact.com and on LinkedIn, YouTube, X, and Facebook.**Job Description**Key Responsibilities * Design, develop, and maintain high-performance real-time data processing applications using Apache Flink.* Develop in-flight transformation logic leveraging Apache Flink, Kafka Streams, KSQLDB, and Kafka Single Message Transforms (SMTs).* Build and maintain scalable mapping frameworks for transforming source system data into harmonized enterprise data models.* Implement complex event processing, enrichment, filtering, aggregation, and windowing logic for streaming workloads.* Optimize streaming pipeline performance, ensuring low latency, high throughput, and efficient resource utilization.* Design solutions to handle late-arriving and out-of-order events using event-time processing, watermarks, checkpointing, and state management.* Integrate streaming applications with Kafka, Schema Registry, APIs, and downstream analytical platforms.* Implement robust error handling, retry mechanisms, dead-letter queues (DLQ), and monitoring for streaming applications.* Collaborate with Solution Architects, Data Architects, API teams, and business stakeholders to define transformation rules and streaming integration patterns.* Develop automated testing frameworks and CI/CD pipelines for streaming applications.* Monitor production streaming jobs and troubleshoot performance, scalability, and reliability issues.Required Skills & Experience* 6–10+ years of experience in Data Engineering with strong expertise in real-time streaming solutions.* Hands-on experience with Apache Flink for enterprise-scale stream processing.* Strong knowledge of Apache Kafka, Kafka Streams, KSQLDB, Kafka Connect, and Single Message Transforms (SMTs).* Experience designing event-driven data architectures and real-time data integration pipelines.* Strong understanding of event-time processing, watermarks, windowing, checkpointing, stateful stream processing, and fault tolerance.* Experience developing data transformation and harmonization frameworks for enterprise data platforms.* Proficiency in Java and/or Scala; Python knowledge is desirable.* Experience with Avro, Protobuf, JSON, Schema Registry, and serialization techniques.* Strong SQL skills and experience working with large-scale structured and semi-structured datasets.* Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or GCP is preferred.* Familiarity with CI/CD, Git, Docker, Kubernetes, and monitoring tools is an advantage.Preferred Qualifications* Experience with Confluent Platform and enterprise Kafka deployments.* Exposure to modern data lakehouse platforms such as Databricks, Snowflake, or Delta Lake.* Knowledge of CDC patterns, API integration, and enterprise integration architectures.* Experience working in Agile/Scrum delivery environments.* Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder communication skills.**Qualifications**Bachelors - Business Analytics, Bachelors - Computer Science, Bachelors - Statistics, Masters - Data Science**Certifications**Azure Solutions Architect Expert - MicrosoftMicrosoft, Cloudera Certified Professional (CCP) Data Scientist - UpgradUpgrad, Databricks Certified Associate Developer for Apache Spark 3.0 - Databricks AcademyDatabricks Academy, Databricks Certified Data Engineer Professional - Databricks AcademyDatabricks Academy, Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate - MicrosoftMicrosoft**Required Skills**Apache Flink**Language**English**Language Proficiency -**Proficient - C2**Additional Job Location -****Job Type**Regular**Master Skill List -**Data Engineering**Remote Type -**Remote**Work Shift -**Flex Time (India)**Why join Genpact?** • **Lead AI-powered transformation** – Drive innovation and solve real-world business challenges that matter • **Make an impact** – Help global enterprises solve business challenges that matter • **Accelerate your career** – Gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and world-class learning opportunities to stay ahead • **Work with the best** – Join 140,000+ bold thinkers and problem-solvers who push boundaries every day • **Thrive in a values-driven culture** – Our courage, curiosity, and incisiveness - built on a foundation of integrity and inclusion - allow your ideas to fuel progress Come join the 140,000+ coders, tech shapers, and growth makers at Genpact and take your career in the only direction that matters: Up. Let’s build tomorrow together. Genpact is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Genpact is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation. Furthermore, please do note that Genpact does not charge fees to process job applications and applicants are not required to pay to participate in our hiring process in any other way. Examples of such scams include purchasing a 'starter kit,' paying to apply, or purchasing equipment or training.