Senior Software Engineer

Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realize their financial goals and help them save time and money.

We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more industry segments.

We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com.

Job description

We are looking for a Senior Software Developer with strong expertise in AWS cloud services, batch processing, and data-related workflows. The ideal candidate should be proficient in one or more programming languages and have a strong Willingness to participate in professional development activities to stay current on industry knowledge as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain data processing applications and batch workflows on AWS.
• Implement best practices for cloud architecture, security, and performance optimization.
• Collaborate with engineering managers, architects, and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code in one or more programming languages.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in production and development environments.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or related field (mandatory).
  • Master's degree in Computer Science or related discipline (preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in software development with a focus on data processing and cloud-based solutions.
• Strong knowledge of AWS services such as:
  • S3, EC2, Lambda, Batch, Step Functions, Glue, EMR, and related data services.
• Hands-on experience with batch processing frameworks and ETL pipelines.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages, such as:
  • Java, Python, Scala, Go, C#, Node.js, or similar.
• Stay informed about relevant technology trends and developments new languages and technologies as required.
• Solid understanding of data architecture, distributed systems, and API development.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Familiarity with big data technologies (e.g., Spark, Hadoop).
• Knowledge of data security and compliance standards.
• AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Developer, AWS Solutions Architect).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field

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