To shift to a big data engineer role, you need strong programming skills (Java, Python, or Scala), familiarity with big data technologies (Hadoop, Spark, Hive), and proficiency in SQL, database systems, ETL, and distributed computing concepts. Adaptability, problem-solving, and collaboration are also crucial.
If you are interested in getting into this field, then do check out this Preethi’s video about how she achieved a career transition as a big data engineer just after completing of Advanced Certification in Data Science and AI.