Develop backend services for a Big Data platform supporting data ingestion, storage maintenance, analytics integration, and distributed data processing. The role involves Java or Kotlin development with Spring Boot, Kafka, PostgreSQL, and Kubernetes, plus opportunities to work with Spark, S3-compatible storage, and other Big Data technologies. Responsibilities include contributing to design and architecture decisions, participating in the full development lifecycle, taking ownership of tasks, and collaborating with technical mentors.
We are looking for a Middle Backend Developer (Java/Kotlin).
What We Offer: the opportunity to influence technical and architectural decisions; involvement in the full development lifecycle, from design to deployment; hands-on experience with Big Data technologies and distributed systems; technical mentorship and opportunities for professional growth.
About the Project
We develop a Big Data platform and tools focused on:
• Data Ingestion — collecting and delivering data from business systems to an analytical data warehouse..
• Data Maintenance — maintaining and optimizing data storage..
• Analytics Integration — integrating various analytics services and tools into the data platform.
Our Tech Stack
• Backend: Java, Python, Rust, Spring Boot.
• Data Streaming & CDC: Apache Kafka, Kafka Connect, Debezium.
• Data Processing & Storage: Apache Spark, Apache Iceberg, Trino, Ozone S3.
• Database: PostgreSQL.
• Infrastructure: Kubernetes.
RequirementsTechnical Requirements
Must-have
- Java and/or Kotlin
- Spring Boot
- Apache Kafka
- Relational databases (PostgreSQL)
Nice-to-have
- Rust and/or Python
- Apache Spark
- S3-compatible object storage
- Experience with distributed systems and Big Data technologies
- A proactive mindset and willingness to take ownership of tasks.
- Interest in contributing to technical discussions, design decisions, and architecture.
- Willingness to learn new technologies, receive feedback, and grow with guidance from the Tech Lead.
Benefits
- Flexible schedules and the opportunity to work remotely.
- Ambitious and supportive team who love what they do, appreciate each other, and grow together.
- Internal programs for adaptation and training, development of soft skills, and leadership abilities.
- Partial compensation for participating in external training and conferences.
- Corporate English school: Group and individual lessons, speaking clubs with colleagues from all over the world.
- Corporate prices on hotels and travel services.
- MyTime Day Off - an extra non-working day without loss of compensation.
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