Big Data Developer - Scala/Python/R (5342)

For a project at our insurance client in Zurich, we are looking for a

BIG DATA DEVELOPER - SCALA/PYTHON/R (5342)

Our client is looking to roll out a new data model for one of its core platforms. To support this endeavor, we are immediately looking for a big data developer with an interest in release management/continuous integration. Approximately 50% is spent on development tasks, the other 50% is spent on control functions in the deployment process and ensuring our client's development and rollout standards/frameworks are met.

THE PROFILE WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

- BACKGROUND IN WORKING FOR LARGE COMPANIES, IDEALLY WITHIN THE INSURANCE INDUSTRY (ALTHOUGH THAT IS NOT A MUST HAVE CRITERION)
-2+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN JAVA
- 1+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN SCALA (BIG PLUS)
- EXPERIENCE IN FUNCTIONAL PROGRAMMING (PREFERABLY SCALA)
- Knowledge of design patterns and ability to write complex SQL queries
- Good understanding of distributed computation
- Bash and python Scripting
- Continuous Integration (Jenkins) and GIT
- Experience in data exploration using Zupyter notebooks plus experience in automation of regular tasks (eg data refreshes) using bash and python Scripting
- FLUENT IN ENGLISH

FOR THE RELEASE MANAGEMENT PART OF THE PROJECT, WE FURTHER REQUIRE THE FOLLOWING:

- DevOps experience configuration management, containers, virtualization, continuous integration and deployment
- Experience in developing software in an Agile environment
- Knowledge of relational and non-relational database systems
- Experience in Implementation of APIs for integration with internal and external systems
- Strong problem-solving skills & ability to learn in a fast-paced environment

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