Technology Architect Python Big Data

Visa-independent candidates only About the RoleWe are seeking a senior Technology Architect / Python Platform Engineer to design and build a containerized API layer that abstracts and governs interactions with Apache Spark through a well-defined API contract. This is a platform-building role focused on creating consistent, secure, and scalable access to Spark-based data pipelines—not simply consuming existing tools. You will develop production‑grade APIs in Python, package them as reusable containerized services (Docker/Kubernetes), and operate them as platform capabilities. Strong hands‑on experience with GCP, CI/CD automation (especially GitHub Actions), and solid software engineering practices around testing, versioning, and deployment are essential. The role also involves client coordination, delivery ownership, and managing offshore resources while collaborating with onsite teams. Key ResponsibilitiesLead delivery coordination and manage complex software application development & support projects Design and build a containerized API control plane that securely governs access to Spark-based data pipelines Develop production‑grade Python APIs and platform services using modern design patterns Drive CI/CD automation, testing, versioning, and deployment practices Coordinate with clients, work closely with onsite team members, and manage offshore resources Ensure observability, policy enforcement, metadata management, and scalable job execution Must‑Have SkillsPython(strong production experience) PySpark API development& Microservices CI/CD(GitHub Actions preferred) GCP ETL Experience building control planes / platform services Containerization (Docker / Kubernetes) Preferred Technical BackgroundFastAPI, ARQ, Kubernetes, Pytest Design patterns: modular containerized services, asynchronous processing, job-based work queues, immutability & idempotency, metadata management, policy enforcement, semantic modeling, observability/telemetry Functional and behavioral testing Requirements10+ years of IT experience Proven ability to interact and coordinate with clients Experience managing offshore teams and collaborating with onsite resources Strong software engineering fundamentals (testing, versioning, deployment) No certifications required Additional DetailsLocal candidates preferred (Charlotte, NC area) Hybrid onsite arrangement Visa-independent candidates only If you are a hands‑on Python platform engineer with deep experience building APIs and control planes around Spark/GCP, and you thrive in a client‑facing architect role with delivery ownership, we’d like to hear from you. Flexible work from home options available.#J-18808-Ljbffr