Rackspace Technology is hiring a
AWS Scala Architect

Summary

We are seeking a Scala Architect with 5+ years of experience in Scala development and extensive experience with Apache Spark to lead our efforts in architecting a scalable data processing platform. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in designing and building robust data engineering frameworks using Apache Spark, provide technical leadership, mentor junior team members, and collaborate with stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of professional experience in Scala development
• Extensive experience with Apache Spark and building data engineering frameworks
• Proven track record of architecting and delivering large-scale data processing solutions
• Strong understanding of distributed systems and data architecture principles

Responsibilities

• Architect and design scalable and high-performance data processing pipelines using Scala and Apache Spark
• Provide technical leadership in big data engineering practices and contribute to the strategic planning of our data infrastructure
• Define architectural standards and frameworks, ensuring compliance and performance are met
• Mentor junior team members and lead by example in the development of best-in-class data solutions
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into technical specifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with AWS cloud services
• Familiarity with other Big Data tools (e.g., Hadoop, Kafka) and modern data storage systems