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Sonsoft Inc

Big Data

Plano, TX · On-site

$50.75 - $65.75/hr

Must have experience working on Big Data Processing Frameworks and Tools - MapReduce, YARN, Hive, Pig. * Strong understanding of RDBMS concepts and must have good knowledge of writing SQL and ...

Syntricate Technologies

Big Data Developer

Richardson, TX · On-site

$48.25 - $62.50/hr

Syntricate Technologies is seeking a Big Data Developer to work onsite in Richardson, TX. The role involves building automated data pipelines, performing data analysis, and utilizing big data ...

Cymertek Corporation

Big Data Engineer

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$50.25 - $66.50/hr

Cymertek Corporation is seeking a skilled and motivated Big Data Engineer to join their team. In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain data pipelines to support business intelligence and ...

Omega Solutions, Inc.

Big data Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$55.25 - $73/hr

Omega Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Big Data Engineer to join their team. The role involves working with big data technologies and cloud services to develop and implement data solutions.

Avani Technology Solutions, Inc.

Big Data Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$55.25 - $73/hr

... Big Data Pig Hive Spark & Scala. - The resource should have experience in SQL/DB2. - Excellent interpersonal verbal and written communication skills are required to interact with clients and Business ...

Wise Skulls

Big Data Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$51.50 - $68/hr

Big Data Engineer Location: Dallas, TX (Hybrid) JD: Summary We are looking for an experienced Big Data Engineer with 7-10 years of hands-on experience to design, build, and maintain scalable data ...

Cymertek

Big Data Engineer

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$50.75 - $67/hr

Big Data Engineer LOCATION San Antonio, TX 78208 CLEARANCE TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position requires full U.S. Citizenship) KEY SUMMARY We are looking for a skilled and motivated Big Data ...

Keylent Inc

Big Data Hadoop Tester

Dallas, TX · On-site

$55.25 - $73/hr

Keylent Inc is seeking a Big Data Hadoop Tester to work with big data analytics engineers. The role involves developing automated testing systems, creating test plans, and performing bug tracking and ...

Keylent Inc

Big Data Hadoop Tester

Dallas, TX · On-site

$55.25 - $73/hr

Keylent Inc is seeking a Big Data Hadoop Tester to work closely with big data analytics engineers. The role involves developing automated testing systems, validating test data, and ensuring the ...

SmartIPlace

Big Data Engineer[Hybrid]

Dallas, TX · On-site

$55.25 - $73/hr

Skills Needed: Big Data, Spark SQL, Scala code, GCP Local to FL/TX/GA Position: Big Data Engineer Location: Temple Terrace, FL / Irving, Dallas TX / Alpharetta, GA (Hybrid - 3 Days in a Week Onsite ...

Stem Xpert

Big data engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$53.25 - $70.50/hr

Big Data Engineer Location: Houston, TX- locals highly preferred Duration: Through 3/31/2017 Notes: This role has a hard requirement that the candidates have Big Data, specifically Hadoop, and must ...

Omega Solutions, Inc.

Senior Big Data Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$55.25 - $73/hr

Omega Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Senior Big Data Engineer for a contract role with PayPal in Austin, TX. The role involves developing and maintaining data pipeline architectures, collaborating with ...

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As of Aug 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for big in Texas is $93,993.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,368.00 and $127,078.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a big data engineer?

Big Data Engineers are IT professionals who design, build, and maintain systems that process large volumes of data. They create the architecture and pipelines required to collect, store, and analyze data efficiently, often working with technologies like Hadoop, Spark, and NoSQL databases. Their work enables organizations to derive valuable insights from massive datasets, supporting data-driven decision-making and advanced analytics.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a big data engineer?

To thrive as a Big Data Engineer, you need a strong background in computer science, data modeling, and programming languages like Python, Java, or Scala, often supported by a relevant degree. Proficiency with big data frameworks (such as Hadoop and Spark), cloud platforms, and database systems is essential, along with certifications like AWS Certified Big Data or Cloudera Certified Professional. Analytical thinking, problem-solving, and effective collaboration are valuable soft skills for tackling complex data challenges and working in diverse teams. These skills ensure efficient data processing, reliable infrastructure, and actionable insights that drive business value.

What are some common challenges faced by big data engineers when managing large-scale data pipelines?

Big Data Engineers often encounter challenges such as ensuring data quality and consistency across distributed systems, optimizing data pipeline performance to handle massive data volumes, and maintaining data security and compliance. They also need to troubleshoot complex issues that arise with real-time data processing and integration from multiple sources. Collaborating closely with data scientists, analysts, and IT teams is essential to design scalable solutions that meet business needs.

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Required CredentialsOften higher or specialized certificationsFewer formal credentials needed, more on-the-job training
Industry UsageCommon in finance, tech, manufacturingPrevalent in creative, local services, startups

Big companies typically offer structured environments, formal policies, and often require advanced credentials. Small companies tend to be more flexible, informal, and may prioritize practical experience over formal certifications. The choice depends on your preferred work environment and career goals.

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Sonsoft Inc

Plano, TX • On-site

$50.75 - $65.75/hr

Full-time

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Company Description

Sonsoft , Inc. is a USA based corporation duly organized under the laws of the Commonwealth of Georgia. Sonsoft Inc. is growing at a steady pace specializing in the fields of Software Development, Software Consultancy and Information Technology Enabled Services.

Job Description
  • Background in all aspects of software engineering with strong skills in parallel data processing, data flows, REST APIs, JSON, XML, and micro service architecture.
  • Must have strong programming knowledge of Core Java or Scala - Objects & Classes, Data Types, Arrays and String Operations, Operators, Control Flow Statements, Inheritance and Interfaces, Exception Handling, Serialization, Collections, Reading and Writing Files.
  • Must have hands on experience in design, implementation, and build of applications or solutions using Core Java/Scala.
  • Strong understanding of Hadoop fundamentals.
  • Must have experience working on Big Data Processing Frameworks and Tools - MapReduce, YARN, Hive, Pig.
  • Strong understanding of RDBMS concepts and must have good knowledge of writing SQL and interacting with RDBMS and NoSQL database - HBase programmatically.
  • Strong understanding of File Formats - Parquet, Hadoop File formats.
  • Proficient with application build and continuous integration tools - Maven, SBT, Jenkins, SVN, Git.
  • Experience in working on Agile and Rally tool is a plus.
  • Strong understanding and hands-on programming/scripting experience skills - UNIX shell, Python, Perl, and JavaScript.
  • Should have worked on large data sets and experience with performance tuning and troubleshooting.

Preferred

  • Knowledge of Java Beans, Annotations, Logging (log4j), and Generics is a plus.
  • Knowledge of Design Patterns - Java and/or GOF is a plus.
  • Knowledge of Spark, Spark Streaming, Spark SQL, and Kafka is a plus.
  • Experience to Financial domain is preferred
  • Experience and desire to work in a Global delivery environment
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent required. Will also consider one year of relevant work experience in lieu of every year of education.
  • Atleast 5 years of Design and development experience in Big data, Java or Datawarehousing related technologies.
  • Atleast 3 years of hands on design and development experience on Big data related technologies - PIG, Hive, Mapreduce, HDFS, HBase, Hive, YARN, SPARK, Oozie, Java and shell scripting.
  • Should be a strong communicator and be able to work independently with minimum involvement from client SMEs.
  • Should be able to work in team in diverse/ multiple stakeholder environment.
Additional Information

** U.S. Citizens and those who are authorized to work independently in the United States are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor at this time.
Note:-
1.This is a Full-Time & Permanent job opportunity for you.
2.Only US Citizen, Green Card Holder, GC-EAD, H4-EAD & L2-EAD can apply.
3.No OPT-EAD, H1B & TN candidates please.
4.Please mention your Visa Status in your email or resume.

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Sonsoft , Inc. is a USA based corporation duly organized under the laws of the Commonwealth of Georgia. Sonsoft Inc. is growing at a steady pace specializing in the fields of Software Development, Software Consultancy and Information Technology Enabled Services.

Industry

It services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Alpharetta, GA, US

Year founded

2007

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