Technical Lead, Spark

Staff Software Engineer, Spark (Java) Join to apply for the Staff Software Engineer, Spark (Java) role at ClouderaJob Description At Cloudera, we empower people to transform complex data into clear and actionable insights. With as much data under management as the hyperscalers, we’re the preferred data partner for the top companies in almost every industry. Powered by the relentless innovation of the open source community, Cloudera advances digital transformation for the world’s largest enterprises.Cloudera is seeking a Staff Software Engineer, Spark (Java) with strong distributed systems expertise to work on the Cloudera distribution of Apache Spark and Livy. The role involves building enterprise-grade systems for customers running Spark on thousands of nodes and processing petabytes of data.We are looking for a passionate engineer eager to enhance a product already supporting major production systems and to drive the next-generation Data Engineering experience. You will collaborate with a distributed team across the United States and Hungary, including multiple Apache Spark committers.ResponsibilitiesDesign new features for Cloudera’s data engineering experience, and take them from prototypes to leading a team to deliver the feature in production at scaleContribute to Apache Spark, LivyDevelop new features in Scala/Java/Python on modern platformsGain expertise in distributed data processing, from SQL planners and optimizers, to data layout and table formats like Apache Parquet and Iceberg, to fault tolerance in distributed systemsGain a solid understanding and deep technical knowledge of components across the Cloudera Data Engineering Experience stack, but focusing on Iceberg and Spark, which you can utilize in your daily tasksGet to work on large‑scale distributed systems, from 100s to 1000s of nodes, in production clustersDebug system‑level deployment issues, root cause analysis, perform system test analysis, and resolve failuresWork on improving internal infrastructureCollaborate with other team members and stakeholdersQualifications6+ years of professional software developmentExperience leading and delivering complex product enhancementsStrong understanding of Java, Scala, or PythonExperience with systems design and developmentPassionate about programming, clean coding habits, attention to detail, and focus on qualityStrong oral and written communication skillsStrong ability to research and solve problems independently without constant supervisionOpen-minded, desire to learn new things and build great productsExperience with distributed systemsYou may also haveExperience with SQL plannersExperience with using/developing Apache Spark, Livy or other related technologiesExperience with large-scale, distributed systems design and development with an understanding of scaling, performance, and schedulingSolid experience with at least one cloudWhy this role matters You will tackle complex distributed systems challenges, crafting the foundational software for the control and data planes that power CDP and keep it running massive scale. Working at the forefront of hybrid and multi-cloud technology, you will empower data scientists, engineers, and analysts with the tools and infrastructure they need for advanced analytics and modeling.Collaboration is key, you will work alongside brilliant minds across product, data science, and engineering to drive innovation, standardize best practices, and shape the future of enterprise AI and data platforms. This is your chance to build the future of data and see your work make a global impact.What you can expect from usGenerous PTO PolicySupport work life balance with Unplugged DaysFlexible WFH PolicyMental & Physical Wellness programsPhone and Internet Reimbursement programAccess to Continued Career DevelopmentComprehensive Benefits and Competitive PackagesPaid Volunteer TimeEmployee Resource GroupsEEO/VEVRAA#J-18808-Ljbffr