Junior Big Data Developer

Information Tech Consultants — United Kingdom · Posted ~3 hours ago

Junior Full-time

Skills

Scala Python Java Hadoop Apache Spark Big Data development Software development Code review Testing Performance optimization Apache Hive

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Summary ✨ AI‑Generated

Join a fast-paced financial services environment as a Junior Big Data Developer, building and enhancing scalable data-driven applications. The role offers hands-on work with Scala, Python, Java, Hadoop, and Spark, alongside code reviews, testing, architecture, and performance optimization. Candidates should have 2–5 years of software development experience and strong practical Scala skills.

Highlights

Work on scalable data-driven solutions in a fast-paced financial services environment, with opportunities to collaborate across teams and apply modern big data technologies.

Description

Job Title: Junior Big Data Developer Location: UK Experience: 2-5 years Education: Bachelors in Science (IT/Computer Science/Engineer) Employment Type: Full-Time UK based candidates only. Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced Scala /Hadoop/ Big Data Developer. The role will focus on building and enhancing data-driven solutions, working within a fast-paced financial services environment. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain applications using Scala, Python, Hadoop and Java.Work with Big Data technologies, including Spark, Hive (nice to have).Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, high-performance solutions.Participate in code reviews, testing, and performance optimization.Ensure best practices in coding, design, and architecture.Skills & Experience Required: 2-5 years of software development experience.Strong hands-on expertise in Scala (mandatory), plus Python and Java.Experience with Big Data frameworks; Apache Spark experience is an advantage.Solid understanding of software engineering principles, data structures, and algorithms.Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in an Agile environment.Educational Criteria : 1. Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Maths, IT, statistics or physics related field. 2. You should be entitled to work in the UK with legal work authorization status. 3. Must be willing to travel within the UK as per project/client requirements. 4. Excellent communication skills and teamwork skills.