Junior Data Engineer — Finance Data Pipelines (On‑Site)

TransMarket Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

TransMarket Group in Chicago is seeking a Data Engineer to build and support production-quality data pipelines and tools for our proprietary trading business. You will work closely with developers, traders, operations, and finance to ensure data is accurate, timely, and accessible.

The role offers hands-on learning with Python, SQL, Linux, APIs, data modeling, and finance systems, plus an ownership mindset in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial setting in our on-site office.

Qualifications

• BA/BS/MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Strong Python skills and proficiency with SQL.
• Experience with Linux environments and RESTful APIs.
• Familiarity with data modeling and high-performance data systems.
• Experience with Git version control; Docker and Airflow are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work with senior developers to learn data engineering for the trading business.
• Develop, maintain, and support production-grade data pipelines and components.
• Build expertise in Python, SQL, data modeling, and finance systems.
• Collaborate with technology, trading, operations, and finance teams.

Skills

Python

SQL

Linux

RESTful APIs

Data modeling

Education

BA/BS/MS in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Git

Docker

Airflow

Job description

TransMarket Group in Chicago is seeking a Data Engineer to build and support production-quality data pipelines and tools for our proprietary trading business. You will work closely with developers, traders, operations, and finance to ensure data is accurate, timely, and accessible.

The role offers hands-on learning with Python, SQL, Linux, APIs, data modeling, and finance systems, plus an ownership mindset in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial setting in our on-site office.