Bank of America Corporation

Software Engineer II - Big Data/Hadoop

Bank of America Corporation$110K — $130K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4+ years of relevant work experience
  • Proficiency in required programming languages
  • Experience in Big Data and Data Engineering
  • Strong hands-on experience with Hadoop ecosystem (Cloudera, Hive, Spark, HDFS/Ozone)
  • Proven experience with large-scale production data platforms and troubleshooting distributed systems
  • Hands-on experience with Cloudera Private Cloud Data Services
  • Understanding of data warehousing and Agile delivery practices

Responsibilities

  • Codes solutions and unit tests to meet acceptance criteria
  • Utilizes multiple architectural components in design and development
  • Performs Continuous Integration and Continuous Development (CI/CD)
  • Contributes to story refinement and definition of requirements
  • Participates in estimating work necessary for delivery lifecycle
  • Addresses and analyzes issues in test suites and reports
  • Conducts spikes/proofs of concept to mitigate risks

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work with modern Big Data tools and frameworks
  • Engagement with large-scale data platforms and complex systems
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment
  • Support for performance optimization and modernization initiatives
  • Exposure to Agile delivery practices and enterprise-scale data modernization projects
Full Job Description
Job Description:

This job is responsible for developing and delivering complex requirements to accomplish business goals. Key responsibilities of the job include ensuring that software is developed to meet functional, non-functional and compliance requirements, coding solutions, unit testing, and ensuring the solution can be integrated successfully into the overall application/system with clear, robust, and well-tested interfaces. Job expectations include an awareness of development and testing practices in the industry.

Data Solutions Center team is looking for an experienced Senior Big Data Engineer. Candidate should have strong knowledge of Hadoop technologies, SQL, Spark, and data engineering processes. Candidate should possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, develop a deep understanding of data and platform architecture, and support performance optimization and modernization initiatives. The role involves supporting large-scale data platforms, data ingestion, workload migrations, and onboarding applications using modern Big Data tools and frameworks.

Responsibilities:
  • Codes solutions and unit test to deliver a requirement/story per the defined acceptance criteria and compliance requirements
  • Utilizes multiple architectural components (across data, application, business) in design and development of client requirements
  • Performs Continuous Integration and Continuous Development (CI-CD) activities
  • Contributes to story refinement and definition of requirements
  • Participates in estimating work necessary to realize a story/requirement through the delivery lifecycle
  • Contributes to existing test suites (integration, regression, performance), analyze test reports, identify any test issues/errors, and triage the underlying cause
  • Performs spike/proof of concept as necessary to mitigate risk or implement new ideas


Required Qualifications:
  • 4+ years of relevant work experience
  • Proficiency in programming language(s) required for the role
  • Experience in Big Data and Data Engineering.
  • Strong hands-on expertise with the Hadoop ecosystem, including Cloudera Hadoop, Hive, Spark, HDFS/Ozone, SQL performance tuning, Python, Scala, and Unix scripting.
  • Proven experience supporting large-scale production data platforms, troubleshooting distributed systems, and delivering reliable Big Data solutions.
  • Experience with Cloudera platform administration, capacity planning, performance tuning, and optimization of Hadoop workloads.
  • Strong understanding of Hive, Spark, YARN, storage, and compute performance tuning, including root cause analysis of platform and application performance issues.
  • Hands-on experience with Cloudera Private Cloud Data Services (Data Engineering, Data Warehouse, and Machine Learning services), including implementation, onboarding, migration, and operational support.
  • The ideal candidate has a solid understanding of data warehousing, modern data platform architectures, and Agile delivery practices.
  • Experience with workload migrations, platform onboarding, platform modernization, and cloud-enabled data services is preferred.
  • Success in this role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent customer focus, and the ability to collaborate effectively with application development, platform, and engineering teams.


Desired Qualifications:
  • Experience in financial services and enterprise-scale data modernization programs is highly desirable.
  • Knowledge of Cloudera Data Platform (CDP), Ozone, Data Services, and modern data architectures.
  • Experience optimizing large-scale Hadoop environments, improving platform performance, and supporting migration of workloads from traditional Hadoop services to modern data platforms and cloud-native services.

Skills:
  • Application Development
  • Automation
  • Collaboration
  • DevOps Practices
  • Solution Design
  • Agile Practices
  • Architecture
  • Result Orientation
  • Solution Delivery Process
  • User Experience Design
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Data Management
  • Risk Management
  • Technical Strategy Development
  • Test Engineering


Minimum Education Requirement: Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.

Shift:
1st shift (United States of America)

Hours Per Week:
40

About Bank of America Corporation

Bank of America Merrill Lynch is the corporate and investment banking division of Bank of America. It provides services in mergers and acquisitions, equity and debt capital markets, lending, trading, risk management, research, and liquidity and payments management. It was formed through the combination of the corporate and investment banking activities of Bank of America and Merrill Lynch following the acquisition of the latter by the former in January 2009. Bank of America completed the acquisition of Merrill Lynch & Co on 1 January 2009. Bank of America began rebranding all of its corporate and investment banking activities under the Bank of America Merrill Lynch name in September 2009. In April 2010, Bank of America Merrill Lynch appointed Christian Meissner as head of investment banking for Europe, Middle East and Africa. In April 2011, Bank of America Merrill Lynch integrated its corporate and investment banking operations into a single division. In October 2013, Bank of America Merrill Lynch was recognised as the Most Innovative Investment Bank of the Year in The Banker's Investment Banking Awards.

Bank of America Corporation Careers

Join the dynamic team at Bank of America Corporation, a premier global financial institution where innovation, leadership, and growth go hand in hand. As one of the largest banks in the world, we offer unparalleled job opportunities and a culture that values diversity, inclusion, and professional growth. Work You’ll Do At Bank of America Corporation, you’ll be part of a team that’s dedicated to making a real difference. Whether you’re helping families buy their first home, advising businesses on expansion, or developing cutting-edge financial technologies, your work will have an impact. Our commitment to leadership in the financial industry has never been stronger, and we need passionate, skilled professionals to lead our journey. Explore a World of Opportunities From entry-level positions to leadership roles, Bank of America Corporation offers a variety of career paths in areas such as investment banking, technology, marketing, and risk management. Our job opportunities span the globe, providing the chance to work alongside the best in the industry and develop skills that will propel your career forward. Internship Programs Kickstart your career with Bank of America Corporation’s internship programs. These opportunities provide hands-on experience and a chance to engage in meaningful work that complements your academic studies. Interns gain invaluable networking opportunities, receive mentorship from seasoned professionals, and learn about the culture and operations of a global financial leader. Benefits and Growth Bank of America Corporation is committed to the well-being and continuous professional development of our team members. We offer a competitive benefits package that supports the health, financial stability, and work-life balance of our employees. Our training programs and development initiatives ensure that every team member has the opportunity to grow and advance within the company. Inclusive Culture We believe our strength lies in our diversity. Bank of America Corporation fosters an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive. Through diversity training and a commitment to equal opportunities, we cultivate leadership and innovation that reflect the wide-ranging communities we serve. Join Our Team Are you ready to advance your career at a company that’s at the forefront of the financial industry? Explore the positions available at Bank of America Corporation and find where your skills and interests align with our needs. We are continuously hiring and looking for individuals who are curious, creative, and eager to drive change. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest from Bank of America Corporation Careers by subscribing to our job alert emails. Tailor your subscription to receive updates that match your career interests and get insider tips that can help you during your application and interview process. Bank of America Corporation is not just a company—it’s a place where you can shape your future and the future of finance. Join us and be part of a team that’s redefining what a bank can be.
Learn more about Bank of America Corporation
Size
208,000 employees
Market Cap
$260.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$17.8 billion
Founded
1998
5 Year Trend
-1.4%
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