Data Engineer II

Apex Systems; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Everforth Apex is seeking a Data Engineer II in Charlotte, NC (Hybrid) to design and maintain centralized analytics repositories. You will build scalable data pipelines, transform datasets, and support reporting, dashboards, and decision-making across platforms.

You will work with SQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Python/Java, and BI tools like Grafana/Tableau/Power BI, contributing to Agile delivery and data quality initiatives.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of data engineering experience, ETL, or data integration roles.
• Experience building and maintaining automated data pipelines with large-scale datasets.
• Experience designing relational and NoSQL data models.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain data ingestion and transformation pipelines.
• Integrate data from multiple platforms, databases, APIs, and systems.
• Create and maintain data models, schemas, tables, views, and collections.
• Build and optimize solutions using PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or similar databases.
• Develop processes ensuring data quality, accuracy, and reliability.
• Transform raw data into analytics-ready datasets for reporting.

Skills

SQL

PostgreSQL

SQL Server

MongoDB

Python

Java

Spark

REST APIs

Data integration

Grafana

Tableau

Power BI

Tools

Docker

OpenShift

Cloud certifications

CI/CD

Job description

Data Engineer II

Location: Charlotte, North Carolina (Hybrid)

Duration: 12 months

Role Overview

We are seeking a Data Engineer II to help design, build, and maintain a centralized performance and analytics repository. This role involves integrating data from multiple technology platforms and operational systems. The position is responsible for developing scalable data pipelines, transforming complex datasets, and creating reusable data structures to support reporting, analytics, and operational decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain data ingestion and transformation pipelines.
• Integrate data from multiple platforms, databases, APIs, and operational systems.
• Create and maintain data models, schemas, tables, views, and collections.
• Build and optimize solutions using PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or similar databases.
• Develop processes that ensure data quality, accuracy, consistency, and reliability.
• Transform raw and semi-structured data into curated, analytics-ready datasets.
• Partner with stakeholders to define data requirements and technical solutions.
• Support dashboard, reporting, and visualization initiatives by providing optimized datasets.
• Troubleshoot data issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Participate in testing, code reviews, deployment activities, and production support.
• Document data flows, transformations, and technical solutions.
• Contribute to Agile planning, estimation, and delivery activities.

Required Qualifications

Experience: 3+ years of experience in data engineering, ETL, or data integration roles. Experience building and maintaining automated data pipelines and working with large-scale operational or analytical datasets.

Technical Skills

Strong SQL skills and experience designing relational database solutions. Experience with PostgreSQL, SQL Server, or similar database technologies. Experience with MongoDB or other NoSQL database platforms. Proficiency in Python, Java, Spark, or similar data processing technologies. Familiarity with REST APIs, file-based ingestion, and system integrations. Experience supporting dashboards and reporting platforms such as Grafana, Tableau, or Power BI.

Knowledge

Knowledge of data modeling, schema design, and data warehouse concepts. Understanding of performance tuning, indexing, and query optimization. Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and CI/CD practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on Big Data Technologies.
• Cloudera Admin / Dev Certification.
• Certification in Cloud, Docker-Container, or Openshift Technologies.

Company Culture

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Benefits Overview

Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Everforth 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. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.