Spark Application Engineer

Kyndryl; Roma; In loco; EUR 35.000 - 55.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading technology services company in Italy is seeking a Spark Application Engineer to develop and maintain data-driven applications. The role involves working with Python and Spark in cloud environments. Ideal candidates will have at least one year of experience in application development, proficiency in Python, and familiarity with basic Linux commands. The company values customer focus and personal growth, and offers competitive benefits.

Servizi

Employee learning programs

Volunteering opportunities

Diverse benefits supporting well-being

Competenze

• 1+ years of experience in application development or data processing.
• Proficiency in Python and experience with Spark/PySpark.
• Basic command line Linux skills.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) and DevOps concepts.

Mansioni

• Develop and maintain application and data-processing workflows.
• Support the design of cloud-based application architectures.
• Implement security guidelines for data protection.
• Collaborate on DevOps pipelines and CI/CD processes.
• Operate in Linux environments and perform basic troubleshooting.

Conoscenze

Python

Spark/PySpark

Basic Linux proficiency

SQL

ETL workflows

Exposure to cloud environments

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Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission‑critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.

The Role

As a Spark Application Engineer at Kyndryl, you will contribute to the full lifecycle of data‑driven and enterprise application components running on Linux‑based environments. You will work with Python and Spark/PySpark to develop, customize, and operate data‑processing workflows, while supporting the reliability, security, and performance of business‑critical applications. You will collaborate closely with development, data, and infrastructure teams to ensure smooth operations, continuous improvement, and alignment with cloud‑native delivery models.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain application components and data‑processing workflows using Python, Spark, and PySpark
• Support assessments and contribute to the design of cloud‑based application architectures and operational models
• Implement and follow security and compliance guidelines for data protection, privacy, and integrity
• Collaborate with Development and Infrastructure teams on DevOps pipelines, CI/CD, release processes, and operational continuity
• Support governance, monitoring, incident handling, change execution, and performance optimization of application services
• Operate in Linux environments using CLI, reading logs, running scripts, performing basic troubleshooting, and understanding processes and file systems

Required Technical And Professional Expertise

• 1+ years of experience in application development, data processing, or operational management of software components
• Proficiency in Python and experience with Spark/PySpark
• Basic Linux proficiency: CLI usage, reading logs, running scripts, navigating file systems, understanding processes (no advanced sysadmin skills required)
• Exposure to cloud environments (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and familiarity with DevOps/CI/CD concepts
• Experience customizing application modules, schedulers, or user‑management workflows is a plus
• Familiarity with SQL, ETL workflows, or data engineering concepts is an advantage

Who You Are

You’re good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important, you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer‑focused – someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you’re open and borderless – naturally inclusive in how you work with others.

Being You

Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it’s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we’re not doing it single‑handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That’s the Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

With state‑of‑the‑art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well‑being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter – wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company‑wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non‑profit organizations. At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.

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Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function & Industries

• Project Management, Information Technology, and Customer Service
• IT Services and IT Consulting