Data Engineer I

Apex Systems; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 48,216 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A leading IT services company is seeking a Data Engineer I for a contract role based in Cincinnati, OH. The role involves designing scalable data management systems and integrating data engineering technologies. Candidates should have strong SQL skills and experience in data preparation. This entry-level opportunity emphasizes collaboration with data scientists and involves hands-on projects using modern data tools. A technical degree or equivalent experience is preferred. Competitive pay is offered, along with a range of supplemental benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in SQL.
• Experience with relational and non-relational databases.
• Experience programming or architecting backend systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, test, and maintain scalable data management systems.
• Integrate emerging data engineering and MLOps technologies into existing environments.
• Collaborate closely with data scientists, data architects, and engineering teams.

Skills

SQL

Data cleaning and preparation

Problem-solving mindset

Education

Technical degree or equivalent professional experience

Tools

Snowflake

Python

Job description

Data Engineer I

Apex Systems is seeking a Data Engineer I for a 12‑month contract in Cincinnati, OH (onsite).

Base pay range: $35.00/hr – $38.00/hr. Actual pay will be based on skills and experience.

About the Role

I’m looking for a Data Engineer to join a Data Enablement / MLOps-focused team. This role centers on accelerating model development by delivering clean, reliable, production-ready data to data scientists and analytics partners. You’ll work with modern tooling, integrate new data sources, engineer features, and streamline the modeling pipeline to support faster experimentation and deployment.

What You’ll Do

• Design, build, test, and maintain scalable data management systems
• Clean, transform, and prepare datasets for modeling and analytics
• Develop high‑performance algorithms, prototypes, and data workflows
• Ensure data systems align with business requirements and industry best practices
• Integrate emerging data engineering and MLOps technologies into existing environments
• Establish processes for data mining, data modeling, and data production
• Build custom components, tools, and analytics applications
• Explore new opportunities for leveraging existing data assets
• Use a variety of languages and tools to connect and optimize systems
• Collaborate closely with data scientists, data architects, and engineering teams
• Maintain and update disaster recovery procedures
• Recommend improvements to enhance data quality, reliability, and accessibility

Required Technical Skills

• Strong proficiency in SQL
• Understanding of relational database concepts
• Experience cleaning, transforming, and preparing data

Nice-to-Have Technical Skills

• Snowflake
• dbt
• Python
• Basic understanding of data science workflows

Soft Skills

• Strong problem‑solving mindset
• Clear and proactive communication
• Curiosity and willingness to learn
• Positive, collaborative attitude
• Self‑driven and motivated

Qualifications

• Technical degree or equivalent professional experience
• Experience with relational and non‑relational databases (e.g., SQL, MySQL, NoSQL, Hadoop, MongoDB)
• Experience programming or architecting backend systems (e.g., Java, J2EE)

EEO Statement

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

Benefits Overview

Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, HSA, and other insurance plans. Additional offerings include an ESPP, 401(k) with company match after 12 months, SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program, corporate discount savings program, and access to professional development resources. For a full list of benefits, please refer to the Welcome Packet provided upon hiring.

Position Details

Seniority level: Entry level – Employment type: Contract – Job function: Information Technology – Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting