Software Development Engineer II

About the role
We are looking for an experienced Data Engineering Developer (SDE2) to design and build scalable, high-performance data solutions. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Apache Spark, Databricks, and Scala, with a passion for building reliable data pipelines and ensuring data quality at scale. If you enjoy solving complex data challenges and working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, we'd love to hear from you
You will be responsible for

Design, develop, and maintain scalable and reliable ETL pipelines using Apache Spark and Databricks.

Write high-performance, production-grade Scala code for data processing and transformation.

Implement and manage observability, monitoring, and alerting frameworks to ensure system health and data integrity.

Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines for data applications and infrastructure using tools such as GitHub Actions or Azure DevOps.

Ensure adherence to data governance, data quality, and security best practices across all data systems.

Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including platform, analytics, and product teams to deliver robust data solutions.

Continuously improve system performance, scalability, and operational excellence through best engineering practices.

Stay updated with emerging technologies, including advancements in Generative AI (GenAI), and evaluate their applicability to data platforms.

You will need
Strong hands-on expertise in Apache Spark and Databricks.
Proficiency in Scala, with a solid understanding of functional programming concepts.Experience in building and maintaining scalable ETL/data pipelines.Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools and practices (e.g., GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps).Experience in implementing monitoring, logging, and alerting systems for distributed data platforms.Good understanding of data governance, security, and data quality principles.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, Agile environment.ShapeNice-to-Have:Exposure to Generative AI (GenAI) or AI/ML data pipelines.Experience working with cloud platforms (Azure/AWS/GCP).

Whats in it for you

At Tesco, we are committed to providing the best for you. 
 
As a result, our colleagues enjoy a unique, differentiated, market- competitive reward package, based on the current industry practices, for all the work they put into serving our customers, communities and planet a little better every day. 
 
Our Tesco Rewards framework consists of pillars - Fixed Pay, Incentives, and Benefits.  
 
Total Rewards offered at Tesco is determined by four principles -simple, fair, competitive, and sustainable. 
 
Salary - Your fixed pay is the guaranteed pay as per your contract of employment. 
 
Leave & Time-off - Colleagues are entitled to 30 days of leave (18 days of Earned Leave, 12 days of Casual/Sick Leave) and 10 national and festival holidays, as per the company's policy. 
 
Making Retirement Tension-FreeSalary - In addition to Statutory retirement beneets, Tesco enables colleagues to participate in voluntary programmes like NPS and VPF. 
 
Health is Wealth - Tesco promotes programmes that support a culture of health and wellness including insurance for colleagues and their family. Our medical insurance provides coverage for dependents including parents or in-laws. 
 
Mental Wellbeing - We offer mental health support through self-help tools, community groups, ally networks, face-to-face counselling, and more for both colleagues and dependents.  
 
Financial Wellbeing - Through our financial literacy partner, we offer one-to-one financial coaching at discounted rates, as well as salary advances on earned wages upon request.  
 
Save As You Earn (SAYE) - Our SAYE programme allows colleagues to transition from being employees to Tesco shareholders through a structured 3-year savings plan.  
 
Physical Wellbeing - Our green campus promotes physical wellbeing with facilities that include a cricket pitch, football field, badminton and volleyball courts, along with indoor games, encouraging a healthier lifestyle. 

About Us
At Tesco, inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We believe in treating everyone fairly and with respect, valuing individuality and uniqueness to create a true sense of belonging. Diversity and inclusion are deeply embedded in our values—we treat people how they want to be treated. Our goal is for all colleagues to feel they can be themselves at work, and we are committed to helping them thrive. Across the Tesco group, we are building an inclusive workplace that actively celebrates the cultures, personalities, and preferences of our colleagues, who in turn contribute to the success of our business and reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. 
 
 At Tesco Bengaluru, we are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed Employer, highlighting our commitment to creating a supportive environment for individuals with disabilities. We are dedicated to offering equal opportunities for all candidates and encourage applicants with disabilities to apply. Our recruitment process is fully accessible, and we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments during interviews. If you need any accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please let us know. We are here to ensure that everyone has the chance to succeed. 
 
 We also believe in fostering a work environment where you can excel both professionally and personally. Our hybrid model allows you to work flexibly—spend 60% of your week collaborating in person with colleagues at our office locations or local sites, and the rest of the time working remotely. We understand that everyone's life journey is unique, whether you are starting your career, pursuing passions, or navigating life changes, and we are here to support you. Flexibility is a core part of our culture, and we encourage open conversations about how we can best accommodate your needs, so talk to us throughout your application process on the support required.