Itron
Principal Software Engineer - Data Platform Engineering
Itron, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601
Itron is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water. We create a more resourceful world to protect essential resources for today and tomorrow. Join us.
At Itron, we are enabling the transformation of how energy and water are managed. As part of this mission, we are investing in cloud-native data platform technologies that power intelligent analytics at scale - particularly for large IoT data workloads. We are looking for a
Principal Software Engineer - Data Platform Engineering
with a strong background in
data engineering
to help design, build, and scale our next-generation data platform and services. This role will focus on developing performant, scalable, and secure data analytics and data pipelines using
Python ,
Apache Spark ,
Databricks , and
Azure-native technologies . The ideal candidate is passionate about working with
large-scale datasets , understands
Spark query execution plans , and has experience deploying infrastructure using
Terraform
and container technologies like
Docker . Duties & Responsibilities: Design and implement scalable data pipelines for high-volume IoT telemetry data using
PySpark ,
Spark SQL , and
Databricks
Analyze and optimize Spark jobs using execution plans, caching strategies, and memory tuning
Develop Python-based micro-services and reusable libraries to support data processing workflows
Work in a
DevOps-driven Agile/Scrum
environment to deliver high-quality code in fast iterations
Collaborate with product managers, data scientists, and software engineers to define system requirements and data integration needs
Build and manage infrastructure as code using
Terraform
to deploy workloads on
Azure
Create CI/CD pipelines for deploying and testing data workflows and services
Package and deploy applications in
Docker
containers and manage runtime environments
Apply strong testing practices, including
unit tests ,
integration tests , and test automation
Participate in architectural discussions and technical design reviews
Ensure secure, reliable, and cost-effective operation of data workloads on cloud platforms
Required Skills & Experience: Minimum of
10 years of software engineering
experience, with at least
3 years focused on data platform or data engineering roles
Proficient in
Python , with strong knowledge of
PySpark
and
Apache Spark
Hands-on experience with
Databricks
and
Spark SQL
Strong understanding of
Spark performance tuning
and
query execution plans
Experience with
Azure / AWS cloud services
(e.g., Azure Data Lake, Azure Blob Storage, Azure Functions, Azure Synapse)
Experience writing
infrastructure-as-code using Terraform
Working knowledge of
Docker
and containerized deployment
Experience with
CI/CD pipelines , version control (e.g., Git), and automated testing
Experience with
Agile/Scrum methodologies
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field - or equivalent experience
Preferred Skills & Experience: Experience with large-scale
IoT or telemetry data
processing Familiarity with
Kafka ,
Event Hubs , or other streaming platforms Familiarity with
cost optimization
in cloud-based data processing Experience with
monitoring and observability tools
like Prometheus, Grafana, or Datadog #LI-MB1 Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees. If you are excited about this role but your past experiences don't perfectly align with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. In the end, you may be just who we are looking for!
The successful candidate's starting wage will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.
Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact a recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email Accessibility@itron.com.
Itron is transforming how the world manages energy, water and city services. Our trusted intelligent infrastructure solutions help utilities and cities improve efficiency, build resilience and deliver safe, reliable and affordable service. With edge intelligence, we connect people, data insights and devices so communities can better manage the essential resources they rely on to live. Join us as we create a more resourceful world: www.itron.com #J-18808-Ljbffr
Principal Software Engineer - Data Platform Engineering
with a strong background in
data engineering
to help design, build, and scale our next-generation data platform and services. This role will focus on developing performant, scalable, and secure data analytics and data pipelines using
Python ,
Apache Spark ,
Databricks , and
Azure-native technologies . The ideal candidate is passionate about working with
large-scale datasets , understands
Spark query execution plans , and has experience deploying infrastructure using
Terraform
and container technologies like
Docker . Duties & Responsibilities: Design and implement scalable data pipelines for high-volume IoT telemetry data using
PySpark ,
Spark SQL , and
Databricks
Analyze and optimize Spark jobs using execution plans, caching strategies, and memory tuning
Develop Python-based micro-services and reusable libraries to support data processing workflows
Work in a
DevOps-driven Agile/Scrum
environment to deliver high-quality code in fast iterations
Collaborate with product managers, data scientists, and software engineers to define system requirements and data integration needs
Build and manage infrastructure as code using
Terraform
to deploy workloads on
Azure
Create CI/CD pipelines for deploying and testing data workflows and services
Package and deploy applications in
Docker
containers and manage runtime environments
Apply strong testing practices, including
unit tests ,
integration tests , and test automation
Participate in architectural discussions and technical design reviews
Ensure secure, reliable, and cost-effective operation of data workloads on cloud platforms
Required Skills & Experience: Minimum of
10 years of software engineering
experience, with at least
3 years focused on data platform or data engineering roles
Proficient in
Python , with strong knowledge of
PySpark
and
Apache Spark
Hands-on experience with
Databricks
and
Spark SQL
Strong understanding of
Spark performance tuning
and
query execution plans
Experience with
Azure / AWS cloud services
(e.g., Azure Data Lake, Azure Blob Storage, Azure Functions, Azure Synapse)
Experience writing
infrastructure-as-code using Terraform
Working knowledge of
Docker
and containerized deployment
Experience with
CI/CD pipelines , version control (e.g., Git), and automated testing
Experience with
Agile/Scrum methodologies
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field - or equivalent experience
Preferred Skills & Experience: Experience with large-scale
IoT or telemetry data
processing Familiarity with
Kafka ,
Event Hubs , or other streaming platforms Familiarity with
cost optimization
in cloud-based data processing Experience with
monitoring and observability tools
like Prometheus, Grafana, or Datadog #LI-MB1 Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees. If you are excited about this role but your past experiences don't perfectly align with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. In the end, you may be just who we are looking for!
The successful candidate's starting wage will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.
Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact a recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email Accessibility@itron.com.
Itron is transforming how the world manages energy, water and city services. Our trusted intelligent infrastructure solutions help utilities and cities improve efficiency, build resilience and deliver safe, reliable and affordable service. With edge intelligence, we connect people, data insights and devices so communities can better manage the essential resources they rely on to live. Join us as we create a more resourceful world: www.itron.com #J-18808-Ljbffr