Big Data Infrastructure Administrator

Right Talent Right Now; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions firm in Dallas is seeking a Big Data Infrastructure DevOps/Support Administrator. This role involves supporting and developing the Enterprise Infrastructure Big Data Service using Java, Python, and Hadoop. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in computer architecture, open-source technology, and excellent communication skills. The position includes responsibilities for development, maintenance, and customer support within a collaborative environment. Join us in delivering innovative data solutions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of application development or systems administration experience.
• 5+ years of development experience in Java, C++, Perl, or Python.
• Strong experience with any Linux distribution.

Responsibilities

• Development, support, and maintenance of the infrastructure platform.
• Design and development of automation innovations.
• Building relationships with developer and system administration communities.
• Participating in 24 x 7 hour on-call support rotation.

Skills

DevOps expertise

Customer engagement skills

Communication skills

Data analysis

Open-source technology knowledge

Education

B.S. Computer Science or equivalent

Master's degree

Tools

Java

C++

Perl

Python

Linux

Hadoop

NoSQL database

Splunk/HUNK

Chef

Puppet

Job description

This role provides an exciting opportunity to roll out a new strategic initiative within the firm--Enterprise Infrastructure Big Data Service. TheBig DataInfrastructure DevOps / Support Administrator serves as a development and support expert with responsibility for the design, development, automation, testing, support and administration of the Enterprise Infrastructure Big Data Service. This will involve building and supporting a general purpose data analytics platform utilized by Fidelity’s data scientist community. The incumbent will be responsible for developing features, ongoing support and administration, and documentation for the service. The platform provides a data hub and a blueprint for integrating with existing upstream and downstream technology solutions.

This role is DevOps and support administration. The position requires a strong background in computer architecture, software development, data management systems, distributed computing, and a solid understanding of theopen-source technologyecosystem. An ideal prospect will have technical expertise, customer engagement skills, excellent communication skills, and a passion for organizing and analyzing data.

Primary Responsibilities

• Development, support, and maintenance of the infrastructure platform and application lifecycle
• Design, development and implementation of automation innovations
• Development of automated testing scripts
• Building and nurturing relationships with Fidelity’s developer and system administration communities
• Contribution to all phases of the application lifecycle – requirements, development, testing, implementation, and support.
• Responding and providing guidance to customers of the Big Data platform
• Defining and implementing integration points with existing technology systems
• Interacting with and participating in open-source software communities
• Researching and remaining current on big data technology and industry trends and innovations
• Participating in a 24 x 7 hour on-call support rotation

Education and Experience

• B.S. Computer Science or equivalent
• Master’s degree is a plus
• 5+ years application development or systems administration experience
• 5+ years of development experience in one or more of the following languages: Java, C++, Perl, Python
• Experience deploying or managing open-source software
• Strong experience with any Linux distribution

Experience with Kafka and Cloudera

• 2+ years Hadoopexperience
• Database administration experience a plus

Skills and Knowledge

• Certification and experience working in Hadoop
• Certification and working experience in a NoSQL database
• Experience with Splunk/HUNK or Solr solutions and dashboards running on Big Data technologies such as Hadoop
• Strong background in Linux/Unix Administration
• Agile Scrum or Kanban experience
• Global team experience
• Experience with automation/configuration management using Chef, Puppet or an equivalent
• Programming in CI/CD technologies is a plus
• Awareness of both current and developing technologies
• Strong desire to innovate and develop future technology

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.