Data Engineer
Working on top of worldwide research content, actions & knowledge, our Information Discovery,
Machine Learning & Data Engineering teams explore new ideas and develop novel, AI-powered
solutions which help publishers & researchers to know more, do more & achieve more. At the same
time, our goal is to highlight low-quality research and ensure research (data) integrity identifying
signals of potential research misconduct.
We are looking for a talented and self-directed Data Engineer to work on the following areas
Information Retrieval, Semantic Search, Recommendation services (on top of Elasticsearch
also leveraging LLMs/Embeddings and GenerativeAI)
Large scale distributed data processing (based on Apache Spark / Scala)
Streaming data processing (based on Google DataFlow/ApacheBeam)
Senior-level ML engineers are preferred, but all levels may apply.
● Requirement Military obligations fulfilled for male candidates
How you will make an impact
Work cross-functionally collaborating with AI/ML engineers and product management to
develop AI-powered, highly efficient data & search solutions on all the above-mentioned
areas.
Design, build, orchestrate, and scale various streaming or batch processing data pipelines
utilizing optimal patterns, technologies and frameworks.
Be comfortable navigating the following technologies and programming languages Java,
Python, Scala, ElasticSearch, Apache Spark, Spring Boot, Apache Beam, Airflow etc.
What we look for
Minimum Qualifications
MSc with strong GPA in Computer Science/ Engineering
2+ years of work experience in data, backend and/or search engineering
Solid background and experience in CS and S/W development (especially in backend
development, databases etc)
Experience with Java (and/or Python) backend APIs / development frameworks also
supporting long running tasks (e.g., Spring Boot, FastAPI), microservices architecture, IoC/DI
patterns and containerization.
Strong engineering skills and experience in Java
Background and experience with (at least one) of the following technologies
Lucene-based search Engines (e.g., ElasticSearch)
Distributed Data Processing using ApacheSpark (preferably in Scala)
Virtusa is a global product and platform engineering services company that makes experiences better with technology. We help organizations grow faster, more profitably, and more sustainably by reimagining enterprises through domain-driven solutions. We combine strategy, design, and engineering, backed by unmatched expertise at the intersection of industry, business, and technology to generate real-world business impact for clients.
Headquartered in Massachusetts with global delivery centers, Virtusa provides a broad range of services, solutions, and assets, including strategy and design, AI advisory and services, digital engineering, data and analytics, digital assurance, cloud and security, cx transformation and managed services across industries such as financial services, healthcare, communications, media, entertainment, travel, manufacturing, and technology.
