Software Engineer

Epsilon; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 74,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible time off

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Commuter benefits

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Job summary

Epsilon is seeking a Data Engineer to collaborate with decision scientists, optimizing AI/ML workflows through data engineering and platform support in a distributed cloud environment. You will troubleshoot Spark/Hadoop jobs, participate in agile sprints, and contribute to best practices across applications.

Required: 3+ years in software development, proficiency in Scala/Python/Java, and experience with Spark/Hadoop.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of software development in scalable, distributed environments.
• Proficient in Scala, Python, or Java; able to build data-driven solutions at scale.
• Familiarity with Apache Spark; exposure to Hadoop/Hive.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with decision scientists to enable and optimize AI/ML workflows via data engineering and platform support.
• Provide support for Spark, Hive, and Hadoop jobs, including troubleshooting and performance optimization.
• Participate in agile sprint cycles, review designs, and give feedback to ensure successful delivery.
• Contribute to best practices for application development and data platform improvements.
• Gather requirements for platform enhancements and implement them with the team.

Skills

Scala/Python/Java

Spark

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/Databricks,

Education

BA/BS in Computer Science

Tools

Spark

Hadoop

Hive

Kubernetes

Docker

Airflow

Job description

What you’ll do

• Collaborate with decision scientists to enable and optimize AI/ML workflows through data engineering and platform support.
• Provide support for Spark, Hive, and Hadoop jobs, including troubleshooting and performance analysis and optimization.
• Participate in agile sprint cycles, helping to review designs, provide feedback, and ensure successful delivery.
• Contribute to best practices for application development.
• Gather requirements for platform and application enhancements and work with the team to implement them.
• Continuously learn and expand your technical skills in data engineering and cloud technologies.
• Support the migration of existing data or applications to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Databricks or GCP).
• Learn and contribute to solutions on the Databricks platform, enabling data science and analytics at scale.

About You

• 3+ years of software development experience in a scalable, distributed, or multi-node environment.
• Proficient in programming with Scala, Python, or Java; comfortable building data-driven solutions at scale.
• Familiarity with Apache Spark and exposure to Hadoop, Hive, or related big data technologies.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Databricks or GCP) and an interest in cloud migration projects.
• Excited to learn and work with the Databricks platform.
• Exposure to modern data tools and frameworks such as Kubernetes, Docker, and Airflow (a plus).
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to own problems end-to-end and deliver results.
• Consultative attitude — comfortable being “first in,” building relationships, communicating broadly, and tackling challenges head-on.
• Collaborative teammate with an eagerness to learn from peers and mentors while contributing to a culture of growth.
• Motivated to grow your career within a dynamic, innovative company.

What You’ll Bring

• BA/BS in Computer Science or related discipline.
• At least 3 years of experience.
• Hadoop certification is a plus.
• Spark certification is a plus.

Base Salary: $73,500 - $136,500Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon, but not limited to the individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, location and application employment laws.

The salary pay range is subject to change and may be modified at any time.

Additional Information

When You Join Us, We’ll Create Something EPIC TogetherEpsilon is a global data, technology and services company that powers the marketing and advertising ecosystem. For decades, we’ve provided marketers from the world’s leading brands the data, technology and services they need to engage consumers with 1 View, 1 Vision and 1 Voice. 1 View of their universe of potential buyers. 1 Vision for engaging each individual. And 1 Voice to harmonize engagement across paid, owned and earned channels.Epsilon’s comprehensive portfolio of capabilities across our suite of digital media, messaging and loyalty solutions bridge the divide between marketing and advertising technology. We process 400+ billion consumer actions each day using advanced AI and hold many patents of proprietary technology, including real-time modeling languages and consumer privacy advancements. Thanks to the work of every employee, Epsilon has been consistently recognized as industry-leading by Forrester, Adweek and the MRC. Epsilon is a global company with more than 9,000 employees around the world.Our pillars aren't just words. They're how we show up every day.People centricity: We focus on employee well-being in an environment where colleagues truly care about each other.Collaboration: We work together, support one another, and collectively achieve goals.Growth: There are endless opportunities for growth through learning, development and career advancement.Innovation: We drive progress through cutting-edge solutions and forward-thinking approaches.Flexibility: We’ve created a balance between work and personal life, and we encourage adaptability to solve problems creatively.Our values guide us to create value for our clients, our people and consumers.Act with integrityWork together to win togetherInnovate with purposeRespect all voicesEmpower with accountabilityThese pillars and values are our foundation—shaping our culture, guiding our decisions, and uniting us in common purpose.Because You Matter

Benefits

• Time to Recharge: Flexible time off (FTO), 15 paid holidays
• Time to Recover: Paid sick time
• Family Well-Being: Parental/new child leave, childcare & elder care assistance, adoption assistance
• Extra Perks: Comprehensive health coverage, 401(k), tuition assistance, commuter benefits, professional development, employee recognition, charitable donation matching, health coaching and counseling
• Epsilon benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms.

Epsilon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Epsilon’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on actual or perceived race, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy), marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, religion, creed, color, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Epsilon also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. Epsilon will provide accommodations to applicants needing accommodations to complete the application process. Please reach out to [e-mail] to request an accommodation.

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