Lead PySpark Developer

Contractor

Owings Mills, Maryland

03 Jun 2025

    Akkodis is seeking a Lead PySpark Developer for a Contract job with a client in Owings Mills, MD(Hybrid). Responsibilities include leading the design and optimization of scalable ETL pipelines and mentoring junior developers to ensure code quality and performance.

    Rate Range: $53/hour to $68/hour; The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.

     

    Lead PySpark Developer job responsibilities include:

    • Design, develop, and deploy scalable big data solutions using PySpark, Apache Spark, and Python.

    • Architect and optimize ETL pipelines for both structured and unstructured data across cloud platforms like AWS.

    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including data engineers, scientists, and business stakeholders, to gather requirements and deliver data-driven solutions.

    • Implement performance tuning techniques such as partitioning, caching, and Spark optimization strategies.

    • Ensure best practices in data engineering, including CI/CD, version control, and data governance.

    • Mentor junior developers, conduct code reviews, and lead technical discussions to maintain high development standards.

    Desired Qualifications:

    • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Data Engineering, or a related technical field (master’s preferred).

    • 10+ years in big data and distributed computing, with strong expertise in PySpark and Apache Spark.

    • Proven hands-on experience with AWS cloud-based data platforms and workflow orchestration tools like Airflow.

    • Strong proficiency in SQL/NoSQL databases and data modeling, with the ability to lead and mentor development teams.

     

    If you are interested in this role, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis, or any questions, feel free to contact me at gopal.gupta@akkodisgroup.com



    Pay Details: $53.00 to $68.00 per hour

    Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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