Data Engineer

TEKsystems; Westbrook (ME); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking a contract-based Data Engineer in Westbrook, ME to design robust data pipelines that collect, assemble, and transform data across systems such as data stores, hubs, and lakes. You will implement scalable, fault-tolerant processing frameworks, ensure data accuracy, and participate in operational data use cases with large-scale data transfers.

The role requires hands-on experience with dbt Core or Cloud, Spark SQL, and Python.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with dbt Core or dbt Cloud.
• Proficiency with Spark SQL, Python.
• Streaming ingestion patterns including schema evolution handling and working with parquet and json file formats.

Responsibilities

• Builds robust, fault-tolerant data pipelines that collect, assemble and transform data for data stores and data lakes.
• Defines scalable data management and recovery solutions to ensure high availability and performance.
• Leads problem resolution and implements enhancements based on customer requirements.

Skills

Python

Data

Sql

Aws

Tools

dbt Core

dbt Cloud

Spark SQL

Parquet

JSON

Job description

Description

Builds robust, fault-tolerant data pipelines that collect, assemble and potentially transform and aggregate unorganized data distributed into databases or data sources such as operational data stores, data integration hubs and data lakes or estuaries. Compiles and installs database systems, writes queries, scales to multiple machines and puts disaster recovery systems into place. Builds groundwork for data consumers (software or human) to easily retrieve needed data for evaluations and experiments. Builds operational data use cases such as moving large volumes of data across applications via operational data stores, data hubs and data lakes, and builds private/segregated data pipelines between specific applications. Designs and implements scalable, reliable distributed data processing frameworks and analytical infrastructure using multiple technologies, including data sets or data warehouses, data virtualization and services and repositories of semi-structured data sets. Defines, designs, and implements data management, storage, backup and recovery solutions that ensure high performance of the organization's enterprise data. Designs automated software deployment functionality that allows efficient management of applications across distributed platforms. Understands structural requirements and defines standards for how data will be stored, consumed, integrated and managed. Monitors structural performance and utilization, identifies problems and implements solutions. Lead the creation of standards, best practices and new processes for operational integration of new technology solutions. Ensures environments are compliant with defined standards and operational procedures. Implements measures to ensure data accuracy and accessibility, constantly monitoring and refining the performance of data management systems. Completes problem tickets including bug fixes, design modification and enhancement based on customer requirements.

Skills

Python, Data, Sql, Aws

Top Skills Details

Python,Data,Sql

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with dbt Core or dbt Cloud
• Proficiency with Spark SQL, Python
• Streaming ingestion patterns including schema evolution handling and working with parquet and json file formats

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Westbrook, ME.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $62.00 - $62.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Westbrook,ME.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 2, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.