PySpark Developer - PySpark Specialist - Harvey Nash : Job Details

Job Title: PySpark Engineer - Data Specialist

Engagement: Contract

Rate: £700 - £800pd

Client: Tier 1 Investment Bank

Duration: 6 months

Start Date: ASAP

Project:

PySpark/SQL Developer - Investment Banking/Data Processing/Automation - Sought by a Tier 1 investment bank based in London. Hybrid - Contract.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and optimize PySpark data processing pipelines in a fast-paced investment banking environment.
• Automate ETL processes (data extraction, transformation, and loading) to ensure seamless data flow across systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including data engineers and analysts, to implement data-driven solutions tailored for investment banking needs.
• Leverage PySpark and Apache Spark to efficiently handle large datasets and improve processing efficiency.
• Optimize SQL queries for faster data retrieval and integration across banking systems.
• Ensure data integrity, quality, and security throughout the data pipeline lifecycle.
• Troubleshoot and resolve data-related issues to maintain seamless reporting and analytics workflows.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in data processing and automation within an investment banking environment.
• Strong proficiency in PySpark and Apache Spark for data pipeline development.
• Solid understanding of SQL and experience optimizing complex queries.
• Expertise in automating ETL processes to improve data flow and efficiency.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage complex datasets.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced team environment.