Persistent Systems
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persistent.com
Job details:
About Position:
We are looking for an experienced Hadoop Administrator with strong exposure to MAPR, Hortonworks (HWX), and automation frameworks to manage, monitor, and optimize large-scale distributed data environments. The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise in Hadoop ecosystem administration, cluster management, performance tuning, and automation of operational processes.
- Role: Hadoop Administrator
- Location: Bangalore and Hyderabad
- Experience: 6 to 10 Years
- Job Type: Full Time Employment
What You'll Do:
- Administer and manage Hadoop clusters (MAPR and Hortonworks distributions) in production environments.
- Perform installation, configuration, upgrades, and patching of Hadoop ecosystem components (HDFS, YARN, Hive, HBase, Spark, etc.).
- Monitor cluster health, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high availability and performance optimization.
- Implement and maintain automation scripts/tools for deployment, monitoring, and incident management (using Shell, Python, Ansible, etc.).
- Manage security configurations including Kerberos, Ranger, and access controls.
- Work on capacity planning, cluster scaling, and performance tuning.
- Support data engineering and application teams in resolving platform-related issues.
- Handle backup, disaster recovery, and data replication strategies.
- Ensure log analysis, incident management, and root cause analysis (RCA).
- Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to improve system reliability and efficiency.
Expertise You'll Bring:
- 6+ years of experience in Hadoop administration and big data ecosystem management.
- Strong hands-on experience with MAPR and Hortonworks (HWX) platforms.
- Expertise in Hadoop ecosystem tools: HDFS, YARN, Hive, HBase, Spark, Sqoop, Oozie, Kafka.
- Experience in cluster setup, maintenance, upgrades, and troubleshooting.
- Strong knowledge of Linux/Unix systems administration.
- Proven experience in automation (Shell scripting, Python, Ansible, or similar tools).
- Familiarity with cluster monitoring tools like Ambari, Cloudera Manager, or MAPR Control System.
- Experience in implementing security frameworks (Kerberos, Ranger).
- Understanding of data pipelines and ETL workflows.
- Good problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
- Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
- Annual health check-ups
- Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents
Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:
Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.
- We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
- Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
- If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment
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