Job code
IRC303896
Published on 9 October 2026

Principal Data Infrastructure/Scala Engineer IRC303896

Function

IT, Telecom & Internet

Experience

5-10 years

Location

Ukraine

Skills

Scala

Work Model

Remote

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Description

We are seeking an expert Data/Backend Infrastructure Engineer with strong distributed systems experience, large-scale data processing, cloud-native architecture, data lake/table formats, query engines, and production systems engineering.

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Requirements

  • 8+ years of software development experience, including experience working on complex backend, distributed systems, data infrastructure, or data-intensive projects.
  • Proven experience designing and developing scalable backend platforms, distributed services, query engines, data-processing systems, or infrastructure components handling large volumes of data or high-throughput workloads.
  • Strong hands-on experience with Scala, Java, or another JVM-based language, with the ability to work effectively in Scala-based production codebases.
  • Hands-on experience with Apache Spark, preferably with Scala, for large-scale distributed data processing.
  • Experience building or working with distributed query engines, SQL engines, or data access/query platforms, such as Trino, Presto, Spark SQL, Hive, or similar technologies.
  • Hands-on experience with modern data lake and table formats, such as Apache Iceberg, Delta Lake, Apache Hudi, or similar technologies.
  • Strong understanding of data lake architecture, including table formats, partitioning, schema evolution, snapshots, versioning/time travel, data consistency, transactions, and compaction.
  • Experience working with large-scale production data platforms, including environments with large numbers of tables, partitions, or high-volume data processing workloads.
  • Deep understanding of distributed systems, data processing, storage engines, or data infrastructure, including scalability, fault tolerance, concurrency, and performance optimization.
  • Experience developing and troubleshooting high-throughput, low-latency, production-grade systems.

    The role is primarily focused on backend, distributed systems, data infrastructure, and system-level engineering rather than full-stack application development.

Job responsibilities

  • Architect & Build: Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of highly scalable, complex backend systems and robust data infrastructure using Scala.
  • Data Lake Engineering: Design and manage enterprise-grade data lake solutions leveraging Apache Iceberg or equivalent table formats, ensuring optimal data consistency, transactions, schema evolution, partitioning, and compaction.
  • Performance Optimization: Maximize system throughput, minimize latency, and optimize resource utilization across large-scale distributed data processing systems.
  • Production Excellence: Systematically diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve complex, high-impact production and customer-facing infrastructure issues.
  • Codebase Modernization: Champion the gradual improvement and modernization of a mature, production-critical codebase without causing disruption to active customers or services.
  • Technical Leadership & Collaboration: Act as a technical authority, fostering strong communication and collaboration across engineering teams to align on technical objectives.
  • Navigate Ambiguity: Exercise a strong ownership mindset to operate effectively and deliver high-quality outcomes in areas with limited documentation or historical knowledge.

What we offer

Empowering Projects: With 500+ clients spanning diverse industries and domains, we provide an exciting opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking projects that leverage cutting-edge technologies. As a team, we engineer digital products that positively impact people’s lives.

Empowering Growth: We foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development. Our dedication is to provide timely and comprehensive assistance for every consultant through our dedicated Learning & Development team, ensuring their continuous growth and success.

DE&I Matters: At GlobalLogic, we deeply value and embrace diversity. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all individuals, fostering an inclusive and empowering work environment.

Career Development: Our corporate culture places a strong emphasis on career development, offering abundant opportunities for growth. Regular interactions with our teams ensure their engagement, motivation, and recognition. We empower our team members to pursue their career goals with confidence and enthusiasm.

Comprehensive Benefits: In addition to equitable compensation, we provide a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes the overall well-being of our consultants. We genuinely care about their health and strive to create a positive work environment.

Flexible Opportunities: At GlobalLogic, we prioritize work-life balance by offering flexible opportunities tailored to your lifestyle. Explore relocation and rotation options for diverse cultural and professional experiences in different countries with our company.

About GlobalLogic

GlobalLogic, a Hitachi Group Company, is a trusted digital engineering partner to the world’s largest and most forward-thinking companies. Since 2000, we’ve been at the forefront of the digital revolution – helping create some of the most innovative and widely used digital products and experiences. Today we continue to collaborate with clients in transforming businesses and redefining industries through intelligent products, platforms, and services.

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