Big Data Team Lead

Tel Aviv-Yafo, Tel Aviv District, IL

Full Time Senior-level / Expert USD 66K - 124K * ^est.

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Posted 3 days ago

Description

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Big Data Team Lead to drive the development of scalable, high-performance distributed systems. If you thrive in a fast-paced, Agile environment and are eager to work with cutting-edge technologies, we want to hear from you!

👉 This position is also open to Senior Big Data Engineers with strong leadership potential who are looking to take their first step into a managerial role.

What will you do

Architect & Develop: Design, build, and maintain robust distributed systems that meet complex scalability and performance requirements.
Optimize & Innovate: Implement scalable server architectures using parallel processing, microservices, and security-first development principles.
Database Management: Utilize SQL, NoSQL, Kafka/Pulsar, ELK, Redis, and column-store databases in system design and optimization.
Big Data Technologies: Work with Spark or Flink to enhance system performance (experience is a plus).
Cloud & Deployment: Deploy and manage applications with Kubernetes (K8S) and leverage GTP tools (familiarity is a plus).
Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a global team of five engineers, fostering collaboration and professional growth.
Cross-Team Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless software integration and performance.

Requirements

5+ years in software development, with at least 2 years as a Senior Big Data Engineer.
Willingness to work with GoLang. Experience with Scala – advantage.
Technical Expertise:
Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC), Agile methodologies, DevOps, CI/CD, and test automation.
Proficiency in SQL, NoSQL, Kafka/Pulsar, ELK, Redis, and column-store databases.
Experience with Spark or Flink (advantageous).
Proven experience with Kubernetes (K8S); familiarity with GTP tools is a plus.
Leadership & Collaboration:
Ability to lead, mentor, and inspire a global team.
Strong interpersonal skills and a team-oriented mindset.
Open to senior engineers who are looking for their first leadership role.
Passion for exploring and implementing new technologies independently.
Comfortable in a fast-paced, startup-like environment.
Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.