Data Engineer

Talent; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital consultancy seeks a highly skilled Data Engineer to join their team. This role focuses on building and managing scalable data pipelines in AWS, integrating BI tools, and implementing Infrastructure as Code. Ideal candidates have significant experience with Python, SQL, and AWS services. This is a contract position with potential for full-time conversion.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of Data Engineering experience or equivalent training.
• Experience with ETL for both batch and real-time processing.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools and practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain ETL pipelines on AWS.
• Collaborate on machine learning and analytics initiatives.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code with CloudFormation or Terraform.

Skills

Python

SQL

AWS

ETL development

Infrastructure as Code

CI/CD pipelines

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

AWS Lambda

CloudFormation

Terraform

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Imagine joining a cutting-edge digital consultancy that partners with the biggest names in cloud, security, and digital transformation while operating with the agility and culture of a startup. As a leading digital systems integrator, this company helps clients modernize IT infrastructure, secure digital assets, and fully unlock the power of cloud and data.

We’re seeking a highly skilled and dependable Data Engineer to support a reputable cloud partner and play a mission-critical role in building and managing scalable data pipelines on AWS.

What You’ll Do:

• Design, build, and maintain ETL pipelines using AWS-native tools, Python, and SQL
• Collaborate with Data Scientists and Engineers on machine learning and analytics initiatives
• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and reliability across all data flows
• Implement Infrastructure as Code using CloudFormation or Terraform
• Integrate and support BI tools like Tableau, Looker, or Power BI
• Troubleshoot issues and proactively optimize pipelines
• Work within a CI/CD environment using Git and modern development tools
• Operate in a primarily AWS ecosystem (Azure/GCP familiarity is a plus)

Preferred Experience:

• Strong in Python, SQL, and AWS (especially Lambda, Data Lake services)
• Hands-on with Infrastructure as Code (CloudFormation, Terraform, etc.)
• Experience in ETL development for both batch and real-time processing
• Skilled in using BI/reporting tools such as Tableau, Looker, Power BI
• Familiar with CI/CD pipelines, Git, and modern IDEs

What We’re Looking For:

• A meticulous, detail-oriented engineer who consistently delivers working, production-ready code
• A self-starter who takes ownership and follows through
• A clear communicator who can break down technical problems and solutions
• Someone ready to step into a high-ownership role and make immediate impact

Experience & Qualifications:

• 3+ years of Data Engineering experience (or equivalent hands-on training)

Details:

• Location: Remote (East Coast preferred)
• Duration: 6+ months, with strong potential to convert to full-time
• Work Authorization:

U.S. Citizens or Green Card holders only

We are unable to sponsor or transfer visas at this time

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology and Engineering

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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