Cloudera Platform Specialist (CDP/Big Data)
Location: Pakistan
Department: Architecture
Job BriefWe are seeking a Cloudera Platform Specialist to lead the technical administration and optimization of a sovereign Cloudera Data Platform (CDP) for a major government initiative in Saudi Arabia. This role is critical for building a high-availability "Data Lakehouse" that supports real-time analytics and predictive modeling.
VentureDive Overview
Founded in 2012 by veteran technology entrepreneurs from MIT and Stanford, VentureDive is the fastest-growing technology company in the region that develops and invests in products and solutions that simplify and improve the lives of people worldwide. We aspire to create a technology organization and an entrepreneurial ecosystem in the region that is recognized as second to none in the world.
Key Responsibilities:
- Infrastructure Management: Design, deploy, and manage Cloudera Data Platform (CDP) Private Cloud Base environments.
- Security & Governance: Implement enterprise-grade security using Apache Ranger (RBAC), Apache Atlas (Lineage), and Kerberos to meet Saudi national data security standards (NCA/NDMO).
- Performance Engineering: Optimize YARN resource allocation and perform deep-dive tuning for Impala, Hive on Tez, and Spark workloads.
- Pipeline Orchestration: Manage high-volume data ingestion using Apache NiFi (CDF) and Kafka for real-time service monitoring.
- Operational Excellence: Automated cluster monitoring, backup/recovery strategies, and 24/7 high-availability maintenance.
Qualifications & Experience
- Experience: 6+ years in Big Data Engineering with at least 3 years of hands-on Cloudera (CDH/CDP).
- Stack Mastery: Deep knowledge of HDFS, Kudu, Ozone, and the Cloudera Manager API.
- Programming: Proficiency in Python or PySpark for automation and data processing.
- Soft Skills: Excellent English communication for coordinating with KSA-based architects and stakeholders.
- Certification: Cloudera Certified Professional (CCP) or Associate is highly preferred.
What we look for beyond required skills
In order to thrive at VentureDive, you
…are intellectually smart and curious
…have the passion for and take pride in your work
…deeply believe in VentureDive’s mission, vision, and values
…have a no-frills attitude
…are a collaborative team player
…are ethical and honest
Are you ready to put your ideas into products and solutions that will be used by millions?
You will find VentureDive to be a quick pace, high standards, fun and a rewarding place to work at. Not only will your work reach millions of users world-wide, you will also be rewarded with competitive salaries and benefits. If you think you have what it takes to be a VenDian, come join us ... we're having a ball!
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