Pyspark/Python Data Engineer

Must Have Technical/Functional Skills

We are looking for a skilled PySpark Data Engineer with strong hands-on experience in PySpark and Python to design, build, and optimize scalable data processing pipelines. The ideal candidate will have practical experience working with distributed data processing and a solid foundation in writing efficient, production-grade Python code

Required Technical Skills

• Strong hands-on experience in PySpark (Spark SQL, DataFrame API)
• Advanced proficiency in Python (data processing, performance tuning, modular coding)
• Solid understanding of ETL design patterns and data pipeline architecture
• Good working knowledge of SQL for data transformation and analysis
• Experience with data processing in distributed environments
• Preferred Skills (Good to Have)
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS preferred - S3, Glue, EMR or equivalent services)
• Familiarity with workflow orchestration tools such as Airflow or similar schedulers
• Exposure to data warehousing concepts (e.g., Snowflake or similar platforms)
• Knowledge of code versioning (Git) and CI/CD practices

Experience

• 3-8 years of experience in Data Engineering / PySpark development
• Proven hands-on project experience in PySpark + Python

Roles & Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain ETL/ELT pipelines using PySpark
• Write optimized and scalable PySpark transformations using DataFrames and Spark SQL
• Develop reusable and efficient Python-based data processing components
• Ensure data quality, integrity, and performance across pipelines
• Perform debugging, performance tuning, and optimization of PySpark jobs
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Data Analysts, Architects, DevOps)
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and deployment workflows for data applications
• Monitor and troubleshoot data workloads in production environments

Salary Range: $100,000 to $120,000 per year