Python/PySpark Data Engineer

Synechron; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Global opportunities

Paid leave

Medical insurance

Retirement savings plan

Udemy for Business access

Job summary

Synechron is seeking a highly skilled Python/PySpark Data Engineer with AI experience to design, build, and maintain scalable data platforms for enterprise-grade analytics in Dallas, TX. You will work across batch and streaming pipelines, applying best practices in data quality and performance.

The role focuses on integrating AI/ML capabilities, building lakehouse patterns, and delivering reliable ETL/ELT workloads using PySpark, Spark SQL, and Python within a collaborative, globally connected

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS/Engineering/IT or related field.
• Experience in data engineering, ETL/ELT pipelines.
• Strong Python, PySpark, Spark SQL, and SQL skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable batch and real-time data pipelines using Python, PySpark, and SQL.
• Build reliable ETL/ELT workflows for structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data.
• Develop data processing solutions using Apache Spark, Spark SQL, and DataFrames.
• Integrate data from APIs, databases, files, streaming platforms, and cloud services.
• Implement data quality, validation, monitoring, logging, and error-handling frameworks.
• Optimize Spark jobs, SQL queries, storage formats, partitioning, and cluster performance.
• Develop and manage data lakehouse solutions using Delta Lake, Iceberg, or Hudi.
• Integrate AI and machine learning capabilities into data platforms and workflows.

Skills

Python

PySpark

Spark SQL

SQL

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field

Job description

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 16,700+, and has 57 offices in 22 countries within key global markets.

We are seeking a highly skilled Python/PySpark Data Engineer with AI experience to design, build, and maintain scalable data platforms and intelligent data solutions. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Python, Apache Spark, cloud data technologies, data engineering best practices, and the integration of AI/ML capabilities into enterprise data pipelines.

Additional Information*

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Dallas, TX is $95k - $100k/year & benefits (see below).

The Role

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable batch and real-time data pipelines using Python, PySpark, and SQL.
• Build reliable ETL/ELT workflows for structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data.
• Develop data processing solutions using Apache Spark, Spark SQL, and DataFrames.
• Integrate data from APIs, databases, files, streaming platforms, and cloud services.
• Implement data quality, validation, monitoring, logging, and error-handling frameworks.
• Optimize Spark jobs, SQL queries, storage formats, partitioning, and cluster performance.
• Develop and manage data lakehouse solutions using technologies such as Delta Lake, Iceberg, or Hudi.
• Integrate AI and machine learning capabilities into data platforms and business workflows.
• Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)
• Embedding generation and vector search
• Document processing and data enrichment
• LLM-powered analytics and automation
• Feature engineering and model input pipelines

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Experience in data engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong programming experience in Python.
• Hands-on expertise with PySpark, Apache Spark, Spark SQL, and distributed data processing.
• Advanced SQL skills and experience with relational and analytical databases.
• Experience building production-grade ETL/ELT pipelines.

We offer:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A multinational organization with 60 offices in 20 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
• Maternity & paternity leave plans.
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
• Retirement savings plans.
• A higher education certification policy.
• Commuter benefits (varies by region).
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization.
• A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.