Data Engineer

KellyMitchell Group; McLean (VA); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

ESOP

401K

Job summary

KellyMitchell is seeking a Data Engineer for a contract role supporting vendor modernization initiatives. The candidate will migrate tools to Spark/Scala, build data pipelines, and enable AI/ML workflows in a hybrid work environment.

The position focuses on comparing legacy systems with target architectures, developing automated data workflows, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deploy AI models and MCP-enabled backend processes.

Qualifications

• Advanced Python for data manipulation, automation, and AI development.
• Hands-on Spark and Scala for large-scale processing and migration.
• Experience building stateful multi-agent apps with LangGraph and LLMs.
• Knowledge of MCP and integrating AI models with external tools.
• Deep understanding of generative AI frameworks and deployment.
• Expertise in prompt design, testing, and optimization.
• Experience with CI/CD, automated testing, and modern deployment practices.

Responsibilities

• Compare data structures across legacy and target systems to identify gaps.
• Build automated tools and pipelines to correct data discrepancies.
• Migrate legacy tools to modern Spark and Scala ecosystems.
• Design data pipelines to ingest, process, and clean data for ML models.
• Support feature development within a team of data engineers.
• Collaborate to integrate AI models into backend workflows.

Skills

Python

Spark

Scala

LangGraph

LLMs

MCP

Generative AI

Prompt engineering

CI/CD

Job description

Job summary

Our client, a leading Financial Services provider, is seeking a Data Engineer to join their team. This is a contract position focused on supporting vital vendor modernization initiatives. The selected candidate will play an essential role in comparing legacy and target systems, migrating tools, and building data pipelines for advanced AI solutions. This position is W-2 only. We do not work with third-party firms or C2C arrangements for this role.

Core Responsibilities

• Compare data structures across legacy and target systems to identify nuances, inconsistencies, and migration gaps.
• Build automated tools and data pipelines to correct data discrepancies and streamline system transformations.
• Migrate legacy tools and frameworks to modern Spark and Scala ecosystems.
• Design robust data pipelines to ingest, process, and clean data for machine learning and generative AI models.
• Support feature development activities within a team of junior and senior data engineers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI models and Model Context Protocol (MCP) capabilities into backend workflows.

Required Skills/Experience (Must-Haves)

• Advanced Python software engineering experience for data manipulation, automation, and AI-driven development.
• Strong hands-on experience with Apache Spark and Scala for large-scale data processing and migration initiatives.
• Experience building stateful, multi-agent applications using LangGraph and Large Language Models (LLMs).
• Practical knowledge of Model Context Protocol (MCP) and integrating AI models with external tools and data sources.
• Deep understanding of generative AI frameworks, tools, and deployment methodologies.
• Expertise in prompt engineering, including prompt design, testing, and optimization.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and modern software deployment practices.

Preferred Skills/Experience (Nice-to-Haves)

• Experience within financial services, banking, payments, or large-scale modernization programs.
• Experience deploying traditional machine learning models alongside generative AI solutions.
• Background in developing automation solutions for data auditing, validation, and migration quality assurance.
• Exposure to enterprise-scale data lakes, cloud platforms, and data warehouse environments.
• Experience working in Agile engineering teams with diverse levels of technical seniority.

Key Competencies & Behaviors

• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.
• Collaborative and team-oriented approach.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Adaptability in rapidly evolving technical environments.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Proactive and solution-focused attitude.

Work Environment

Location: McLean, VA; Richmond, VA; Chicago, IL; Dallas, TX. Work Model: Hybrid.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Range: The approximate pay range for this position is between $52.00 and $75.00. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and location. We comply with local wage minimums.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Plans
• Employee-Owned Profit Sharing (ESOP)
• 401K offered

About KellyMitchell

At KellyMitchell, our culture is world class. We're movers and shakers! We don't mind a bit of friendly competition, and we reward hard work with unlimited potential for growth. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company known for innovative solutions and unsurpassed customer service. We're passionate about helping companies solve their biggest IT staffing & project solutions challenges. As an employee-owned, women-led organization serving Fortune 500 companies nationwide, we deliver expert service at a moment's notice.

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