Senior Engineer - Data (1099 -Contract)

This position is a 1099 opportunity, with the possibility of Temp-to-Hire. This position require proficiency in SAS, Python & Apache Spark - meaningful experience is mandatory in all three areas. Bellese is a mission-driven Digital Services Company committed to pioneering innovative technology solutions in civic healthcare. Our dedication lies in making a meaningful impact on public health outcomes. Driven by service design, we strive to know the “Why” to understand the healthcare journey for patients, caregivers, providers, payers, and policymakers. Our goal is to design and build solutions that reduce confusion, provide clarity, support decision making, and streamline the process so that we and our partners can focus on providing better health outcomes by improving patient care and reducing costs and burden. You will like it here ifYou foster a collaborative ethos, driven by the mission to deliver exceptional customer service to clients. You are passionate about Healthcare and changing the healthcare landscape. You’re an out of the box thinker, always striving to know the “why” when it comes to building solutions. You excel in a team-oriented, remote-first environment characterized by mutual respect and open communication. Your adaptability and ability to navigate challenges ensure your success in any situation. ResponsiblitiesThe Primary focus for this Senior Engineering position will be to support SAS transition priorities. Create and or convert existing SAS code to Spark. Optimize Spark jobs performance and resource usage, identifying and addressing bottlenecks and inefficiencies in backend systemsDesign, develop, and maintain high-quality backend software components and services, ensuring functionality, performance, and scalabilityResearch and build proof of concepts in the data spaceWrite clean, well-structured, and maintainable code, adhering to established coding standards and best practicesPerform thorough code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers and identifying potential risks or areas for improvementDebug and resolve defects, proactively identifying and addressing potential issues before they impact users. Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentationActively participate in Agile ceremonies, such as stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives, ensuring effective communication and collaboration across the teamAssist in the estimation, prioritization, and planning of development tasks, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budgetContinuously evaluate and recommend new dataframe related technologies, frameworks, and tools, helping to drive innovation and keep the team up-to-date with industry trendsEngage in ongoing professional development to stay current with industry best practices, and share knowledge and insights with the team as appropriateAssist in the implementation and maintenance of security, compliance, and governance policies within the AWS environment to ensure adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements. QualificationsStrong experience with Apache Spark and PythonBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related fieldAt least 10 years of experience in software developmentAWS Experience (S3, EC2, Glue, Lambda, etc)Strong understanding of software design patterns, data structures, and algorithmsExperience with Agile development methodologiesAbility to work independently as well as in a teamStrong problem-solving and analytical skillsStrong verbal and written communication skillsRelated experience in analytic programming, data extraction, querying databases/data warehouses and data analysis. DataBricks & R experience is highly preferredProfessional DataBricks/Apache Spark Certification(s) are highly preferredBackground check requirementsUS Citizenship or documented proof of eligibility to work in the US. Has been living in the US for at least the past 3 years. Successful candidate is subject to a background investigation by the government and must be able to meet the requirements to hold a position of Public Trust Disclaimer: Medical or recreational marijuana use is still considered illegal at the federal level, regardless of state laws allowing such, and may affect your ability to obtain Public Trust. The Compensation for this position is $128,700-$153,400 USD/AnnualOriginally posted on Himalayas Apply To this Job