Senior Software Engineer - Insights Belfast Engineering - Engineering - General / Full-time / Hybrid Apply for this job At Bazaarvoice, we create smart shopping experiences. Through our expansive global network, product-passionate community & enterprise technology, we connect thousands of brands and retailers with billions of consumers. Our solutions enable brands to connect with consumers and collect valuable user-generated content, at an unprecedented scale. This content achieves global reach by leveraging our extensive and ever-expanding retail, social & search syndication network. And we make it easy for brands & retailers to gain valuable business insights from real-time consumer feedback with intuitive tools and dashboards. The result is smarter shopping: loyal customers, increased sales, and improved products. The problem we are trying to solve : Brands and retailers struggle to make real connections with consumers. It's a challenge to deliver trustworthy and inspiring content in the moments that matter most during the discovery and purchase cycle. The result? Time and money spent on content that doesn't attract new consumers, convert them, or earn their long-term loyalty. Our brand promise : closing the gap between brands and consumers. Founded in 2005, Bazaarvoice is headquartered in Austin, Texas with offices in North America, Europe, Asia and Australia. It's official: Bazaarvoice is a Great Place to Work in the US , Australia, India, Lithuania, France, Germany and the UK! We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Java Engineer with extensive experience in building and maintaining data pipelines, as well as proficiency in web technologies and cloud platforms. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Java development, data processing systems, and AWS stack. Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain scalable, high-performance data pipelines using Java. Build and optimize web applications using modern Java frameworks. Implement and manage workflows using Apache Airflow. Utilize AWS services to create robust, scalable cloud-based solutions. Optimize existing data workflows for efficiency and reliability. Ensure data quality and integrity throughout the pipeline. Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues in data pipelines and web applications. Contribute to the architecture and design of our data and web infrastructure. Mentor junior developers and promote best practices in Java development, data engineering, and web technologies. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Experience in Java development. Experience working with data pipelines and ETL processes. Strong knowledge of Java 8+ features and best practices. Proficiency in web technologies and frameworks (e.g., Spring Boot, JavaServer Faces). Experience with AWS stack (e.g., EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, CloudFormation). Hands-on experience with Apache Airflow for workflow management. Proficiency with Redis for caching and high-performance data storage. Experience with distributed computing frameworks (e.g., Apache Spark, Hadoop). Proficiency in SQL and experience with relational databases. Familiarity with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra). Experience with stream processing technologies (e.g., Apache Kafka, Apache Flink). Understanding of data modeling, data warehousing, and data lake concepts. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment. Desired Criteria Experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes). Knowledge of machine learning pipelines and model deployment. Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, PowerBI). Experience with version control systems (Git) and CI/CD pipelines. Contributions to open-source projects related to data engineering or Java development. Knowledge of RESTful API design and implementation. Experience with microservices architecture. #LI-EM1 Why join Bazaarvoice? Customer is key We see our own success through our customers' outcomes. We approach every situation with a customer first mindset. Transparency & Integrity Builds Trust We believe in the power of authentic feedback because it's in our DNA. We do the right thing when faced with hard choices. Transparency and trust accelerate our collective performance. Passionate Pursuit of Performance Our energy is contagious, because we hire for passion, drive & curiosity. We love what we do, and because we're laser focused on our mission. Innovation over Imitation We seek to innovate as we are not content with the status quo. We embrace agility and experimentation as an advantage. Stronger Together We bring our whole selves to the mission and find value in diverse perspectives. We champion what's best for Bazaarvoice before individuals or teams. As a stronger company we build a stronger community. Commitment to diversity and inclusion Bazaarvoice provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants according to their experience, talent, and qualifications for the job without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex (including pregnancy, gender stereotyping, and marital status), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law in every location in which the company has facilities. Bazaarvoice believes that diversity and an inclusive company culture are key drivers of creativity, innovation and performance. Furthermore, a diverse workforce and the maintenance of an atmosphere that welcomes versatile perspectives will enhance our ability to fulfill our vision of creating the world's smartest network of consumers, brands, and retailers. Please note: Candidates who are successful will be required to undergo a Basic level DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) background check. Apply for this job