Big Data Engineer

Throtle • Red Bank, NJ

166d • Hybrid

About The Position

Please consider joining our technology team at Throtle as a Big Data Developer. In this role, you will be part of the team that is responsible for transforming and maintaining several billion records that make Throtle's data onboarding solution work. You'll need to be able to evaluate incoming data, perform specialized hygiene, and standardize it for consumption by multiple processes. You'll be working in a fast-paced, high volume processing environment where quality and attention to the details are paramount.

Requirements

• Experience with large-scale data processing and analytics platforms, including Hadoop, Spark, or related ecosystems
• Knowledge of distributed computing concepts and experience with cloud-based infrastructure
• Experience with fuzzy logic matching and tools
• Experience with AWS infrastructure
• 4+ years of experience working with Big Data technologies, including Spark, and SQL databases
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Scala, Java, Python, Shell or a combination thereof
• Expertise in data modeling, database design, and development
• Experience in building and maintaining data transformations (ETL) using SQL, Python, Scala, or Java
• Ability to analyze, troubleshoot and performance tune queries
• Ability to identify problems, and effectively communicate solutions to peers and management
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex software and data challenges
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and communicate technical designs and solutions to non-technical stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Design and implement data pipelines and transformations using big data technologies such as Spark, Hadoop, and related ecosystems
• Develop and maintain complex SQL queries for data extraction and reporting, and optimize query performance and scalability
• Design and develop software components that integrate with our identity graphs, client data, and keying processes
• Participate in capacity monitoring and planning
• Develop and maintain technical documentation
• Ensure data integrity and quality in development process, including conducting data research and analysis to identify trends and patterns
• Work with cross-functional teams to ensure software systems meet business requirements and are scalable for future growth, including developing predictive models and enhancing data quality
• Understand all regulations and laws applicable to assigned roles and responsibilities, and develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures that govern the work of assigned roles and responsibilities, including compliance with the security requirements of ePHI.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Comprehensive benefits include Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Life insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• A generous PTO program
• Half Day Summer Fridays (close at 1 p.m. Memorial Day to Labor Day)
• Early Fridays (office closes at 3 p.m.)
• Hybrid Schedule (Mondays and Fridays WFH)
• The office is closed between Christmas and New Year
• Company-sponsored lunch at least 1x a month
• Professional Development Policy

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees