Senior Software Engineer – Data Lakehouse Platform

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Position Summary

GEICO is seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to join our Data Lakehouse Platform team. As a key member of the engineering staff, you will drive the design, development, and implementation of high-performance, low-maintenance, and zero-downtime platforms and core data infrastructure. You will work closely with the Staff Engineer to innovate and bring the best open-source data infrastructure and practices into GEICO.

Position Description

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will:• Design, develop, and deploy scalable, resilient Data Lakehouse components
• Collaborate with the Staff Engineer to lead architecture sessions and reviews with peers and leadership
• Ensure the quality, usability, and performance of the solutions
• Evaluate and recommend new software tools and technologies to improve the Data Lakehouse platform
• Work with customers, team members, and other engineering teams to solve complex problems
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the growth and development of the engineering community
• Share best practices and improve processes within and across teams
• Stay up-to-date with the latest open-source projects, technologies, and trends, and participate in internal and external technology communities

Key Responsibilities•

Design and develop Data Lakehouse components using open-source technologies such as Apache Iceberg, Apache Polaris, and others
• Collaborate with the Staff Engineer to lead architecture sessions and reviews with peers and leadership
• Ensure the quality, usability, and performance of the Data Lakehouse solutions
• Evaluate and recommend new software tools and technologies to improve the Data Lakehouse platform
• Work with customers, team members, and other engineering teams to solve complex problems
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the growth and development of the engineering community
• Share best practices and improve processes within and across teams

Qualifications•

3+ years of experience in software development, with a focus on data infrastructure and platforms
• Experience with open-source table formats (Apache Iceberg, Delta, Hudi, or equivalent)
• Experience with open-source compute engines (Apache Spark, Apache Flink, Trino/Presto, or equivalent)
• Experience with cloud computing (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, Hybrid Cloud, or equivalent)
• Expertise in developing distributed systems that are scalable, resilient, and highly available
• Experience with container technology like Docker and Kubernetes platform development
• Experience with continuous delivery and infrastructure as code
• In-depth knowledge of DevOps concepts and cloud architecture
• Experience in Azure Network (Subscription, Security zoning, etc.) or equivalent

 

Annual Salary

$105,000.00 - $230,000.00

The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.

 

GEICO will consider sponsoring a new qualified applicant for employment authorization for this position.

 

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