Data Engineer II

Relha LLC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 84,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Deloitte is seeking a Data Engineer II to design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines that enable analytics and business decision-making across client and internal needs.

The role emphasizes data quality, cross-team collaboration, and production stability, using Palantir Foundry, SQL, Python, and PySpark in a dynamic environment. Join a team delivering modern data platforms and data-driven insights.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Data Science, or a quantitative field.
• 3+ years of experience designing, building, and maintaining data pipelines and ETL/ELT workflows.
• 3+ years of experience using SQL, Python, and PySpark for data ingestion, transformation, and automation.
• 1+ years of experience using Palantir Foundry, including Pipeline Builder and Ontology-based data modeling.
• 1+ years of experience monitoring data pipelines, troubleshooting issues, and supporting data quality and system reliability.
• Ability to travel 10%, based on client engagement.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, test, and maintain scalable data pipelines and workflows for ingesting, transforming, and delivering structured and unstructured data.
• Develop and optimize data models, integration patterns, and storage solutions to support analytics, reporting, and operational use cases.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to define data requirements, troubleshoot issues, and implement data quality controls.
• Build and support batch and near-real-time processing solutions using cloud-based and distributed data technologies.
• Document technical designs, data lineage, and deployment processes, and support testing, release, and production stabilization activities.

Skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Professional relationships

Leadership

Task prioritization

Interpersonal skills

Deadline adherence

Guidance to others

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/EE/DS or related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Palantir Foundry

Apache Airflow

Snowflake/Databricks/Amazon Redshift

Version control & CI tools

Job description

Deloitte is seeking a Data Engineer II to support the design, development, and delivery of data solutions that enable analytics, reporting, and business decision-making. This role will focus on building scalable data pipelines, improving data quality, and supporting modern data platform capabilities across client and business needs. The ideal candidate brings technical experience in data engineering, strong problem‑solving skills, and the ability to work across teams in a dynamic environment.

As a Data Engineer II on the Data Engineering team, you will be responsible for…

Design, build, test, and maintain scalable data pipelines and workflows for ingesting, transforming, and delivering structured and unstructured data

Develop and optimize data models, integration patterns, and storage solutions to support analytics, reporting, and operational use cases

Collaborate with cross‑functional stakeholders to define data requirements, troubleshoot issues, and implement data quality controls

Build and support batch and near‑real‑time processing solutions using cloud‑based and distributed data technologies

Document technical designs, data lineage, and deployment processes, and support testing, release, and production stabilization activities

A successful candidate would possess these skills:

• Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product
• Ability to build and sustain professional relationships
• Ability to lead projects or workstreams

Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment

• Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to provide clear guidance to others

The team

You will join a team that designs and delivers data engineering solutions that help organizations modernize data platforms and enable analytics, automation, and business insight. The team works across the data lifecycle, including ingestion, transformation, storage, quality, and delivery of data products. Team members collaborate with engineers, analysts, and business stakeholders to build scalable, reliable, and secure solutions.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Data Science, or a quantitative field
• 3+ years of experience designing, building, and maintaining data pipelines and ETL/ELT workflows
• 3+ years of experience using SQL, Python, and PySpark for data ingestion, transformation, and automation
• 1+ years of experience using Palantir Foundry, including Pipeline Builder and Ontology-based data modeling
• 1+ years of experience monitoring data pipelines, troubleshooting issues, and supporting data quality and system reliability
• Ability to travel 10%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Data Science, or a quantitative field
• 1+ years of experience with workflow orchestration tools such as Apache Airflow
• 1+ years of experience with data warehousing platforms such as Snowflake, Databricks, or Amazon Redshift
• 1+ years of experience with version control and continuous integration tools
• 1+ years of experience supporting data quality, metadata, and data lineage processes
• 1+ years of experience working in Agile delivery environments

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $84,400 to $140,600.

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

Deloitte is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruiting process, please direct your inquiries to the Global Call Center (GCC) at [emailprotected] .

Our people and culture

Our inclusive culture empowers our people to be who they are, contribute their unique perspectives, and make a difference individually and collectively. It enables us to leverage different ways of thinking, ideas, and perspectives, and bring more creativity and innovation to help solve our clients' most complex challenges. This makes Deloitte one of the most rewarding places to work.

Our purpose

Deloitte’s purpose is to make an impact that matters for our people, clients, and communities. At Deloitte, purpose is synonymous with how we work every day. It defines who we are. Our purpose comes through in our work with clients that enables impact and value in their organizations, as well as through our own investments, commitments, and actions across areas that help drive positive outcomes for our communities. Learn more.

From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe there’s always room to learn. We offer opportunities to build new skills, take on leadership opportunities and connect and grow through mentorship. From on-the-job learning experiences to formal development programs, our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their career.

As used in this posting, "Deloitte" means Deloitte Consulting LLP, a subsidiary of Deloitte LLP. Please see https://www.deloitte.com/us/about for a detailed description of the legal structure of Deloitte LLP and its subsidiaries.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.

Requisition code: 363544