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Spark, Scala, SQL Developer

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UST

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Overview

Job details

  • 12 or 14 salary payments a year

    Your pick, per the ad: the same annual pay either way.

  • Fully remote

    Only from certain places, per the ad: “Work Location 100% remote (Spain)”

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    UST doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Have 2+ years of experience

    Junior-level role.

Benefits

  • Flexible pay plan

    Take part of your salary as tax-free benefits, per the ad.

  • Gym access

    Free or discounted, per the ad.

Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

We are looking for Apache Spark (Backend Developer Analyst) with at least 2 years of experience in backend application development, particularly within Big Data environments using Apache Spark.

The ideal candidate is passionate about technology, follows Agile development methodologies, and has experience working in collaborative, continuously improving software teams.
Strong knowledge of SQL, Continuous Integration practices (Git, GitHub, Jenkins), and excellent communication skills in English C1 level are essential.

Minimum 2+ years of experience in big data, datalake or cloud-based data platforms.

Strong hands-on experience with Spark, Scala and SQL for large-scale data processing.

Knowledge of datalake architecture, data quality controls, lineage and production-grade data pipelines.

Excellent communication, teamwork, adaptability, productivity.

Experience with workflow orchestration and scheduling tools, especially Control-M and Airflow.

Databricks, Azure, YARN, AWS compute.

Experience with CI/CD and software engineering practices, including GitHub, Jenkins and Sonar.

Understanding of banking production processes, operational monitoring and incident management tools such as ServiceNow.

Basic knowledge of Market Risk processes, including P&L, valuations, metrics and regulatory reporting data flows.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

What can we offer?
23 days of Annual Leave plus the 24th and 31st of December as discretionary days!

Numerous benefits (Health Care Plan, teleworking compensation, Life and Accident Insurances).

`Retribución Flexible´ Program: (Meals, Kinder Garden, Transport, online English lessons, Health Care Plan...)

Free access to several training platforms

Professional stability and career plans

UST also, compensates referrals from which you could benefit when you refer professionals.

The option to pick between 12 or 14 payments along the year.

Real Work Life Balance measures (flexibility, WFH or remote work policy, compacted hours during summertime...)

UST Club Platform discounts and gym Access discounts

The role

We are looking for the very Top Talent...and we would be delighted if you were to join our team!

What you'll do

Design, develop and maintain datalake pipelines using Spark, Scala and SQL.

Orchestrate batch workflows and dependencies with Control-M and Airflow.

Implement data ingestion, transformation, validation and publication processes for Market Risk use cases.

Optimize performance, reliability and scalability of Spark-based workloads.

Analyze technical and functional gaps, propose solutions and support delivery planning.

Support production incidents, root-cause analysis and continuous improvement of operational processes.

Collaborate with agile squads, functional teams and production support teams to deliver business value.

How you'll work

Work Location
100% remote (Spain)

Work Schedule
Business hours.

Hiring process

3 steps3 interviews1–2 weeks in all
  1. Learning about who you are

    With recruitment team

    Conversation about your background and experience; for some roles, a sense of your technical proficiency.

  2. Understanding what makes you tick

    What motivates you, your working style and personality, and whether you would thrive in UST and client team dynamics.

  3. Final interview

    With future peers, sometimes leadership or the client

    Informal chat with your future peers about team fit; depending on the role, members of the leadership team or the client may join.

  • UST replies within 24 hours of the final interview.
  • Timing depends on everyone's availability.

Hiring process

If you would like to know more, don't hesitate to apply and we'll get in touch to fill you in detail. We are waiting for you!

About UST

UST is a global digital transformation and IT services company headquartered in Aliso Viejo, California, USA. With over 30,000 employees worldwide, UST partners with major corporations across industries such as banking, healthcare, retail, and manufacturing to deliver technology solutions, including cloud, data analytics, and application development. The company has a strong global footprint with delivery centers across North America, Europe, Asia, and Latin America.

In Spain, UST has a significant presence in Málaga, where it operates a technology and innovation hub. The Málaga office is a key delivery center for European clients, offering roles in software engineering, data, and digital services. UST is known for its collaborative culture and investment in employee development, making it an attractive option for international professionals seeking to work in Spain's growing tech ecosystem.

Industry
Technology
Founded
1999
Employees
30,000
Headquarters
Alameda, USA
In Spain
Málaga
Website
ust.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • UST's Málaga office is part of a growing tech hub in southern Spain, offering a Mediterranean lifestyle with lower cost of living compared to Madrid or Barcelona.
  • The company provides visa and relocation support for international hires, as part of its global mobility programs.
  • UST emphasizes continuous learning and offers certifications and training in cloud, data, and engineering.
  • Málaga has a growing international community and is well-connected by air to major European cities, making it easy for expats to travel.
  • UST has a diverse workforce with employees from many nationalities, and English is commonly used in the Málaga office.

In their own words

About the company & team

More in details, UST is a multinational company based in North America, certified as a Top Employer and Great Place to Work company with over 35.000 employees all over the world and presence in more than 35 countries. We are leaders on digital technology services, and we provide large-scale technologic solutions to big companies.

Additional information

In UST we are committed to equal opportunities in our selection processes and do not discriminate based on race, gender, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation or nationality. We have a special commitment to Disability & Inclusion, so we are interested in hiring people with disability certificate.

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