Data Engineer - Remote

Talantir; United States; Remote; AUD 99,000 - 149,000; Part time

Job summary

Talantir is seeking a data engineer to join a customer’s team in a fully remote contractor role. You will design and optimize data pipelines to support AI agent training, collaborating with AI/ML engineers to ensure high-quality training datasets and reliable data flows.

Responsibilities include building scalable ETL processes with Python, MySQL and PostgreSQL, integrating data from diverse sources with Java and JavaScript, and documenting data workflows for both technical and non-technical

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of hands-on Data Engineer experience, with AI/ML project exposure.
• Proficiency in Python, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Java, and JavaScript.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage data pipelines to support complex AI agent training initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with AI/ML engineers to ensure efficient data flows and high-quality training datasets.
• Develop and maintain scalable ETL processes using Python, MySQL, and PostgreSQL.
• Utilize JAVA and JavaScript to integrate diverse data sources and enable seamless data exchange.
• Contribute to the optimization of AI models through effective data engineering practices.
• Document data processes comprehensively and communicate technical concepts clearly to stakeholders.

Skills

Data engineering

Python

MySQL

PostgreSQL

Java

JavaScript

AI/ML basics

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

ETL tooling

Job description

Job Title: Data Engineer

Job Type: Contractor

Location: Remote

Job Summary:

We are seeking an expert Data Engineer to join our customer’s team and play a pivotal role in developing next-generation AI agents. In this fully remote role, you will leverage your strong data engineering, coding, and AI/ML expertise to help train and optimize advanced AI systems. Collaborate with talented professionals in a dynamic environment where your technical skills and innovative mindset will directly impact the project's success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage data pipelines to support complex AI agent training initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with AI/ML engineers to ensure efficient data flows and high-quality training datasets.
• Develop and maintain scalable ETL processes using Python, MySQL, and PostgreSQL.
• Utilize JAVA and JavaScript to integrate diverse data sources and enable seamless data exchange.
• Contribute to the optimization of AI models through effective data engineering practices.
• Document data processes comprehensively and communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Troubleshoot and resolve data issues, ensuring data integrity and reliability for AI applications.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience as a Data Engineer, with proven expertise in AI/ML projects.
• Advanced proficiency in Python, MySQL, PostgreSQL, JAVA, and JavaScript.
• Strong understanding of AI concepts and experience in training AI agents.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on clarity and collaboration.
• Experience implementing robust data pipelines and scalable architecture for machine learning projects.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in a fully remote team environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Direct experience with AI agent frameworks and real-world deployment projects.
• Previous work in fast-paced startup or innovation-driven environments.