Core Java + Apache Spark Engineer

BC Forward; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Global client exposure

Inclusive culture

Cutting-edge technologies

Job summary

BCforward in Tampa, FL is seeking a NAM-US-Java Developer-Supervisory to design and optimize large-scale data pipelines in a TechFin setting.

The role requires strong Core Java, Spark, and regulatory reporting experience, leading cross-functional teams and delivering compliant solutions. This is a 6-month contract with potential Right-to-Hire and a fast-paced growth environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of software development with Core Java and Java 8 concepts.
• 2+ years of Apache Spark (Java API) with RDD, DataFrame, and Dataset.
• 5+ years of SQL/NoSQL databases such as Oracle, MySQL, Postgres, MongoDB, Couchbase, or Neo4j.
• 3+ years leading or owning projects end-to-end with multi-team collaboration.
• Experience in financial markets and credit risk systems, including scenario analysis and stress testing.
• Proficiency with GitHub, Tekton, Harness, and CI/CD practices.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment and deliver reliable code.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize scalable data pipelines with Core Java and Spark.
• Lead batch processing for credit risk analytics, including stresses.
• Ensure storage, retrieval, and governance of risk data across Hadoop, Hive, Impala, and Spark ecosystems.
• Apply Spark performance best practices: partitioning, caching, memory management.
• Maintain code quality with automated tests and CI/CD pipelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for regulatory reporting solutions.

Skills

Core Java

Java 8

OOP

JDBC

Multithreading

Streams

Lambda Expressions

Functional Interfaces

Apache Spark

Spark API

SQL

NoSQL

GitHub

CI/CD

Tools

Hadoop

Hive

Impala

Spark

Tekton

Harness

Job description

Job Title: NAM-US-Java Developer-Supervisory (USD)

Location: Tampa, FL

Duration: Contract - 6 months, potential Right-to-Hire

TSR is a trusted staffing and workforce solutions partner with more than 50 years of experience delivery highly qualified talent to support clients' most critical business and technology initiatives. Through a disciplined approach to sourcing, candidate vetting, and delivery, TSR helps organizations scale teams quickly while maintaining quality and reliability. TSR operates with a global delivery model, leveraging specialized teams to support enterprise clients across North America and beyond. In June 2024, TSR was acquired by Justin Christian, founder and CEO of BCforward, a global provider of professional services and workforce solutions. This partnership expands TSR's ability to deliver broader capabilities, global delivery resources, and enhanced opportunities for both clients and consultants.

Job Description

We are seeking a Java Developer - Supervisory to join our team within a TechFin environment. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Core Java, Apache Spark, and big data platforms and a proven ability to design and optimize large-scale data pipelines for credit risk analytics and regulatory reporting.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, optimize, and maintain scalable data pipelines using Core Java and Apache Spark for large-scale financial datasets.
• Lead batch processing initiatives for credit risk analytics, including stress loss (GSST, CCAR) and expected credit loss (CECL, IFRS9, ICAAP).
• Ensure efficient storage, retrieval, and governance of risk data across Hadoop, Hive, Impala, and Spark ecosystems.
• Implement Spark performance best practices such as partitioning, caching, and memory management.
• Maintain code quality through automated testing, CI/CD pipelines (Tekton, Harness), and GitHub-based workflows.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver compliant, reliable solutions for regulatory reporting.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 7+ years of software development with Core Java and Java 8 concepts, including OOP, OOD, Collections, Exception Handling, JDBC, Multithreading, Streams, Lambda Expressions, and Functional Interfaces.
• 2+ years of Apache Spark (Java API) with RDD, DataFrame, and Dataset expertise.
• 5+ years of SQL/NoSQL databases such as Oracle, MySQL, Postgres, MongoDB, Couchbase, or Neo4j.
• 3+ years leading or owning projects end-to-end with multi-team collaboration.
• Experience in financial markets and credit risk systems, including scenario analysis and stress testing.
• Proficiency with GitHub, Tekton, Harness, and CI/CD practices.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment and deliver reliable code.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Hadoop ecosystem tools such as Hive and Impala in production workloads.
• Experience with agentic AI tooling (e.g., Devin, Claude, or Copilot) to enhance development productivity.
• Background in Agile delivery and test automation practices.

Why TSR?

At TSR, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Opportunities for growth with global clients.
• A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people.
• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects.

About Our Commitment

TSR is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.