Back-End developer - Data Engineering

Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.

Job Title: Back-End Developer - Data Engineering

Location(s): Wilmington, DE, McLean, VA, Richmond, VA or NYC hybrid

We are seeking an experienced Back-End Developer specializing in Data Engineering to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Java, Scala, and Spark, and be adept at building and maintaining robust data pipelines using AWS services.

• AWS Pipeline Experience - Hands-on with S3, Glue, Step Functions, and Lambda across multi-stage data pipelines.
• Event-Based Architecture - Understand EventBridge rules and S3 event notifications. Know how to handle reruns from event-based triggers.
• Step Functions - Understand state machine scheduling and downstream job synchronization.
• Glue and Scaling - Comfortable with Glue job configuration and scaling. Self-researched Glue 4.0 Iceberg limitations when encountered.
• Data Quality - Built a validation component for data security; understands schema drift and backfill handling.

Candidates must have a strong understanding of back-end development and data engineering principles, with proven experience in Java, Scala, and Spark. Experience with AWS services and a strong grasp of event-based architecture is essential.

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive pre-tax health, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Life Insurance: Group term life insurance and voluntary life insurance coverage.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) retirement savings plan to help you plan for your future.

Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.