Data Engineer - Data Platform (Spark/Kafka/Flink/Scala/Java) - Onsite Hybrid

NTT DATA, Inc.; Cupertino (CA); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Flexible spending or HSA

Job summary

NTT DATA, Inc. in Cupertino, CA seeks a Data Engineer to design and build cloud-native streaming and batch data platforms using Spark, Kafka, Flink, and Scala/Java.

You will deploy on Kubernetes, enable metadata-driven self-service, and develop connectors to major data stores. Ideal candidates bring 8+ years in software/data engineering, 5+ years with Spark and Kafka, and strong Azure cloud and Kubernetes experience.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of overall Software/Data Engineering experience.
• 5+ years with Apache Spark for large-scale batch/streaming data.
• 5+ years with Apache Kafka for real-time streaming.
• 3+ years with Apache Flink for stream processing and analytics.
• 5+ years building apps with Java and/or Scala.
• 5+ years writing complex SQL and tuning databases.
• 3+ years with Kubernetes and container deployment.
• 3+ years designing on Microsoft Azure Cloud.
• 3+ years building distributed platforms with Cassandra, YugabyteDB, PostgreSQL.
• 3+ years building event-driven architectures and streaming apps.
• 2+ years implementing CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation.
• 2+ years cloud-native deployment patterns and platform automation.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and support real-time and batch data pipelines with Spark, Flink, Kafka, and Airflow.
• Build metadata-driven self-service data platforms and connectors.
• Develop and maintain connectors to relational databases, file systems, and Kafka.
• Design, deploy, and operate Kubernetes-based streaming/batch platforms.
• Lead Azure cloud migration initiatives and optimize performance/scalability.

Skills

Apache Spark

Apache Kafka

Apache Flink

Java/Scala

SQL

Kubernetes

Azure Cloud

Cassandra

YugabyteDB

PostgreSQL

CI/CD

GitHub/GitLab

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Airflow

Job description

We are currently seeking a Data Engineer - Data Platform (Spark/Kafka/Flink/Scala/Java) - Onsite Hybrid to join our team in Cupertino, California (US-CA), United States (US).

Join a team building next-generation, cloud-native data platforms powering real-time and batch data movement at enterprise scale. You will design and develop streaming and batch frameworks, Kafka/Flink/Spark-based processing engines, and cloud-native solutions on Azure and Kubernetes. Ideal candidates have strong distributed systems experience and a passion for platform engineering, automation, and data modernization.

Job Responsibilities Include:

• Design, develop, and support scalable real-time and batch data pipelines using Apache Spark, Apache Flink, Apache Kafka, and Airflow.
• Build and enhance metadata-driven self-service
• data integration platforms and reusable connectors.
• Develop and maintain source and target connectors for relational databases, file systems, Kafka, Cassandra, YugabyteDB, and other enterprise data stores.
• Design, deploy, and operate Kubernetes-based streaming and batch processing platforms.
• Lead cloud migration initiatives from on-premise environments to Microsoft Azure.
• Drive performance tuning, scalability optimization, reliability improvements, and operational excellence across large-scale data workloads.
• Develop cloud-native solutions supporting enterprise data movement and processing.
• Collaborate with product owners, architects, cloud engineering teams, and business stakeholders to deliver enterprise-scale data solutions.
• Contribute to platform modernization, automation, CI/CD implementation, and engineering best practices.
• Support troubleshooting, production stability, and continuous improvement initiatives for critical data platforms.

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum 8+ years of overall Software Engineering or Data Engineering experience.
• Minimum 5+ years of hands‑on experience with Apache Spark for large-scale batch and streaming data processing.
• Minimum 5+ years of hands‑on experience with Apache Kafka including event‑driven architectures and real‑time data streaming solutions.
• Minimum 3+ years of hands‑on experience with Apache Flink for stream processing and real‑time analytics workloads.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience developing applications using Java and/or Scala.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience writing complex SQL queries and optimizing database performance.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience with Kubernetes and containerized application deployment.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience designing and implementing solutions on Microsoft Azure Cloud.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience building and supporting distributed data platforms using Cassandra, YugabyteDB, PostgreSQL, or similar databases.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience building event‑driven architectures and streaming applications.
• Minimum 2+ years of experience implementing CI/CD pipelines, source control, and deployment automation using GitLab, GitHub, or similar tools.
• Minimum 2+ years of experience with cloud‑native deployment patterns, containerization, and platform automation.

Travel:

Minimal travel required. Travel may be necessary based on project and stakeholder requirements.

Degree:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or equivalent work experience.

Preferred Skills:

• Demonstrated experience in performance tuning, troubleshooting, and supporting mission‑critical data platforms.
• Experience with Apache Airflow orchestration.
• Experience with metadata‑driven data platforms and self‑service ingestion frameworks.
• Experience with enterprise cloud migration and modernization programs.
• Experience with platform engineering and internal developer platforms.
• Experience leading technical initiatives, mentoring engineers, or serving as a technical lead.
• Knowledge of DevSecOps, infrastructure as code, and observability frameworks.

NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for U.S.-based positions. The starting pay range for this role is $96,492 - $144,738 per annum. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications. This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance.

This position is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution, flexible spending or health savings account, lifeand AD&D insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally-required benefits.

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About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners.NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

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