Software Engineer - Open Data Platform (ODP)

Job description

**About the Role:**We’re hiring a software engineer to build and scale **the Acceldata Open Data Platform (ODP)** - an enterprise-grade, open-source, aligned platform that powers cloud, hybrid, and on-premises environments. You’ll work on deep technology challenges, from distributed systems to observability, helping global customers modernise their platforms without lock-in. This role offers the opportunity to build cutting-edge data solutions, influence the open-source ecosystem, and collaborate with industry experts. Your contributions will have a lasting impact on both the data platform and the broader open-source community. ### What You’ll Do 4+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 2-3 years actively contributing to open-source projects, ideally within the Apache ecosystem. - Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, Scala, or Go is preferred. Experience with distributed computing and high-performance applications is also highly desired. - Work across diverse environments: Hadoop, Kubernetes, Snowflake, Databricks, and multi-cloud platforms. ### What We’re Looking For - Ability to work in **fast-moving, customer-facing environments** where impact is direct and visible. - Strong coding, debugging, and troubleshooting skills to resolve issues, enhance software applications, and ensure smooth deployment. - Communicate effectively with senior leadership, presenting technical accomplishments and strategic insights. - Strong ability to collaborate with internal teams, external contributors, and the broader open-source community.