Mid-level Spark developer

Talan – Positive Innovation

Talan is an international consulting group specializing in innovation and business transformation through technology. With over 7,200 consultants in 21 countries and a turnover of €850M, we are committed to delivering impactful, future-ready solutions.

Talan at a Glance

Headquartered in Paris and operating globally, Talan combines technology, innovation, and empowerment to deliver measurable results for our clients. Over the past 22 years, we’ve built a strong presence in the IT and consulting landscape, and we’re on track to reach €1 billion in revenue this year.

Our Core Areas of Expertise

• Data & Technologies: We design and implement large-scale, end-to-end architecture and data solutions, including data integration, data science, visualization, Big Data, AI, and Generative AI.

• Cloud & Application Services: We integrate leading platforms such as SAP, Salesforce, Oracle, Microsoft, AWS, and IBM Maximo, helping clients transition to the cloud and improve operational efficiency.

• Management & Innovation Consulting: We lead business and digital transformation initiatives through project and change management best practices (PM, PMO, Agile, Scrum, Product Ownership), and support domains such as Supply Chain, Cybersecurity, and ESG/Low-Carbon strategies.

We work with major global clients across diverse sectors, including Transport & Logistics, Financial Services, Energy & Utilities, Retail, and Media & Telecommunications.

About the Role

We are looking for a proactive and collaborative Mid-Level Backend Spark Developer. In this role, you will be responsible for building, optimizing, and maintaining data-driven backend solutions. You will work closely with team members to analyze business requirements, refine technical specifications, and ensure the smooth execution of data pipelines.

If you have a solid foundation in Spark, experience with programming languages like Java, Scala, or Python, and a strong command of SQL, we would love to have you on board.

Key Responsibilities

• Data & Backend Development: Design, develop, and maintain robust data processing applications and workflows.

• Requirements Analysis: Actively analyze business and technical requirements, collaborating with cross-functional team members to refine and improve them.

• Team Collaboration: Participate in daily agile syncs and work closely with the development team, demonstrating a highly proactive approach to daily tasks.

• Code Versioning: Use Git to manage, version, and collaborate on codebase development efficiently.

• Experience: 1.5 to 2 years of professional experience in data engineering, backend programming, or data-centric software development.

• Solid intermediate-level knowledge of Java (or strong proficiency in Scala / Python).

• Good foundational understanding and practical experience with Apache Spark.

• Intermediate to advanced SQL skills, including experience with ANSI SQL, Hive SQL, and Spark SQL (strong general SQL troubleshooting skills).

• Intermediate proficiency with Git and standard collaborative workflows.

• Language Skills: Minimum of B2+ (Intermediate/Upper-Intermediate) English proficiency.

• Soft Skills: Strong team player with a proactive attitude and excellent analytical mindset.

Nice to Have 

• Practical experience working with Azure Databricks, Amazon EMR, Cloudera, or any other distributed Spark environment.

• Good conceptual understanding of Apache Hive architecture.

• Familiarity or hands-on experience with reporting and business intelligence tools, particularly Power BI.

• Work Location: 100% Remote.

• Working Hours: Ability to work full-time within the Spain time zone (CET/CEST)