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Citizens · 4 days ago

Senior Data Engineer – Enterprise Data Frameworks (Java Spark Focus)

Phoenix, AZ

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$120K/yr - $160K/yr

7+ years exp

Citizens is seeking a Senior Data Engineer with expertise in building scalable data processing systems using Java and Apache Spark. The role involves leading the development of core components within data frameworks and collaborating with various stakeholders to deliver high-performing solutions.

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Responsibilities

Design and implement distributed data processing pipelines using Apache Spark (Java) for large-scale data ingestion, transformation, and analytics

Develop and maintain Java-based microservices and APIs to support data workflows and framework orchestration

Collaborate with UI engineers to integrate backend services with frontend applications for seamless user experiences

Translate business and technical requirements into scalable data engineering solutions

Optimize Spark jobs for performance, reliability, and cost-efficiency across cloud and on-prem environments

Lead code reviews, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to architectural decisions

Ensure compliance with data governance, security, and change management standards

Participate in Agile ceremonies and drive continuous improvement in engineering practices

Qualification

JavaApache SparkData engineeringMicroservices architectureCI/CD pipelinesCloud platforms (AWS)Spring BootRESTful APIsContainerization (Docker/Kubernetes)Generative AI tools

Required

7+ years of experience in data engineering with strong proficiency in Java and Apache Spark

Proven experience building and optimizing Spark jobs for batch and streaming data

Solid understanding of data lake architectures, Iceberg/Parquet, and metadata-driven frameworks

Experience with Spring Boot, RESTful APIs, and microservices architecture

Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Git, and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes)

Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS (S3, EMR, Lambda, API Gateway) is a plus

Experience working with data-centric applications and collaborating with frontend and platform teams

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field

Preferred

Good to have: Experience with Generative AI tools or frameworks for developer assistance, metadata analysis, or automation

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage

Retirement benefits

Maternity/paternity leave

Flexible work arrangements

Education reimbursement

Wellness programs

Company

Citizens

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At Citizens, we recognize that the journey to accomplishment is no longer linear and that individuals are made of all they have done and all they are going to do.

Founded in 1828

Providence, Rhode Island, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.citizensbank.com/

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