Data Engineer

Ampcus Inc; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ampcus Inc is looking for a highly motivated Data Engineer to join their team in McLean, VA. The ideal candidate should have robust data engineering skills, particularly in Python and PySpark, with a proven ability to design, develop, and optimize applications. Responsibilities include working in an agile environment on performance tuning and large dataset management. The company values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• Experience in designing, developing, troubleshooting, and debugging PySpark applications.
• Proven track record in processing and handling large datasets.
• Skills to optimize Spark code for scalability, performance, and maintainability.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and fine-tune data engineering applications.
• Thrive in an agile environment and contribute to team efforts.

Skills

Data Engineering with strong Python expertise

Performance tuning Spark applications

GitHub for efficient code management

Job description

Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.

Job Title

Data Engineer

Location

McLean, VA

Job Description

• We are seeking an experienced Data Engineer. The ideal candidate will possess robust data engineering expertise, adept at designing, developing, and fine-tuning applications. Exposure to various design patterns within the data engineering paradigm is crucial for success in this role.
• Our development process adheres to an agile methodology, with Program Increment (PI) planning occurring every six weeks, equivalent to three sprints. If you are a skilled data engineer who thrives in an agile environment and has a solid background in designing and optimizing applications, we invite you to join our dynamic team.

Skill Set

• Data Engineering with strong Python expertise.

Data Engineering / Python Application Development

• Extensive experience in designing, developing, troubleshooting, and debugging PySpark applications.
• Proven track record in processing and handling large datasets.

Performance Tuning

• Hands‑on experience in performance tuning Spark applications.
• Skills to optimize Spark code for scalability, performance, and maintainability.

Code Management

• Strong proficiency in using GitHub for efficient code management and sharing.

Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.