Senior Architect, Software Engineering at Tekion

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Automotive, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • 15+ years of experience in data engineering or architecture, with strong hands-on development background
  • Expert-level proficiency in PySpark, Python, and SQL for data processing and transformation
  • Strong understanding of AWS data ecosystem — including Glue, EMR, S3, Redshift, and Lambda
  • Proven experience migrating or re-engineering Java-based ETL systems into modern Spark environments
  • Solid foundation in data lake, data warehouse, and cloud-native architecture design
  • Experience supporting AI/ML data pipelines and integrating data platforms with ML workflows
  • Strong documentation skills (HLD, LLD) and ability to communicate architecture clearly to technical and business stakeholders
  • Experience with both RDBMS such as Maria DB/MySQL and No-SQL database such MongoDB
  • Experience with GIT, Jenkins, & AWS
  • Expertise in performance optimization and cost management for cloud environments
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • AWS Professional level certifications (e.g., Solutions Architect Professional, DevOps Engineer Professional)

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement data architecture and pipelines using PySpark, Python, and AWS services (Glue, EMR, S3, Redshift, Athena)
  • Modernize legacy systems by converting Java-based migration or ETL scripts into Spark-based solutions
  • Build and manage data lakes and data warehouses optimized for analytics and AI/ML workflows
  • Collaborate with data scientists and analysts to enable model training, deployment, and continuous data delivery
  • Define and document HLD (High-Level Design) and LLD (Low-Level Design) for scalable data systems
  • Implement standards for data quality, governance, performance optimization, and security
  • Lead troubleshooting, performance tuning, and architecture reviews for data pipelines

Skills

AWS
PySpark
Python
Glue
EMR
S3
Redshift
Athena
ETL
Data Lakes
Data Warehouses
Spark
Java
Data Quality
Data Governance
HLD
LLD
AI/ML

Tekion

Cloud-native platform for automotive retail management

About Tekion

Tekion has developed a cloud-native platform designed for the automotive retail industry. Its main product is a Dealer Management System (DMS) that utilizes technologies like Big Data, the Internet of Things (IoT), and Machine Learning (ML) to improve the operations of car dealerships. The DMS provides a centralized view and performance metrics for dealership groups, allowing for better management and increased operational efficiency. Tekion differentiates itself from competitors by being the first and fastest cloud-native DMS available, and it integrates seamlessly with major Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) at no extra cost. The company's goal is to enhance dealership efficiency, profitability, and customer experience through its subscription-based software-as-a-service (SaaS) model, which also includes additional services to help dealerships identify upsell and cross-sell opportunities.

Pleasanton, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$617.8MTotal Funding
GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Automotive & Transportation, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Competitive compensation and generous stock options
100% employer-paid top-of-the-line medical, dental and vision coverage
Great benefits including unlimited PTO, parental leave and free snacks and beverages
The opportunity to work with some of the brightest minds from Silicon Valley’s most dominant and successful companies
Be part of an early stage, hyper-growth start-up with the opportunity to grow and prosper
Work on the latest and coolest technologies – everything is home-grown and built ground-up
A dynamic work environment with a strong sense of community and collaboration
The open and transparent culture that encourages innovation, rewards performance and discourages hierarchy
Exciting opportunities for career growth and development

Risks

Competition from established players like CDK Global may impact Tekion's market share.
Data privacy concerns could arise from integrating generative AI into Tekion's platform.
Reliance on partnerships may pose risks if expected synergies are not achieved.

Differentiation

Tekion offers the first cloud-native platform for the automotive retail industry.
The platform integrates AI and machine learning for predictive analytics and personalization.
Tekion's Automotive Partner Cloud enables seamless data sharing across the automotive ecosystem.

Upsides

Increased adoption of cloud-native solutions boosts demand for Tekion's platform.
AI integration in dealership systems enhances customer experience and operational efficiency.
Subscription-based SaaS model aligns with industry trends, supporting Tekion's growth.

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