At BairesDev we ve been leading the way in technology projects for over 15 years We deliver cutting-edge solutions to giants like Google and the most innovative startups in Silicon Valley Our diverse 4 000 team composed of the world s Top 1 of tech talent works on roles that drive significant impact worldwide When you apply for this position you re taking the first step in a process that goes beyond the ordinary We aim to align your passions and skills with our vacancies setting you on a path to exceptional career development and success Staff Scala Apache Spark Engineer at BairesDev We are seeking a Staff Scala Apache Spark Engineer to lead the architecture and optimization of distributed data systems You ll drive large-scale Spark applications improve Spark s performance and guide technical direction across teams What You ll Do Contribute actively to Apache Spark and related open source projects as a core contributor Architect and optimize distributed Spark applications with Scala Lead performance optimization initiatives in Spark s Catalyst optimizer and Tungsten engine Guide cross-team projects on large-scale Spark integrations and deployments Provide technical leadership and best practice guidance for Scala and Spark development What we are looking for 10 years of experience in software development Expertise in Scala functional programming and JVM performance tuning Deep understanding of Spark internals Catalyst Tungsten memory management Proven experience in designing scaling and optimizing large distributed Spark workloads Core contributions to Apache Spark or other related projects Advanced level of English How we make your work and your life easier Excellent compensation in USD or your local currency if preferred Paid parental leave vacation national holidays Creative and multicultural work environment Collaborate and learn from the global Top 1 of talent in each area Supportive environment with mentorship promotions skill development and diverse growth opportunities Join a global team where your unique talents can truly thrive and make a significant impact Apply now