Senior Cloud Data Engineer: Real-Time Pipelines

Recru; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Recru is seeking a Senior Data Engineer to design, build, and optimize a modern cloud-based data platform. You will work hands-on with data pipelines, ETL/ELT workflows, and data models while aligning with business needs.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape the data product roadmap, ensure data quality, and implement CI/CD practices. This role is ideal for professionals who enjoy practitioner work and strategic impact.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience building cloud-based data solutions.
• Strong hands-on experience with Python and SQL.
• Experience with ETL/ELT, data pipelines, orchestration, system integrations, and data modeling.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable cloud-based data pipelines for batch and real-time processing.
• Develop ETL/ELT workflows, data models, and APIs across data sources.
• Partner with stakeholders to translate data needs into technical solutions and roadmap.
• Improve data quality, metadata, lineage, and governance across platforms.

Skills

Python

SQL

Data pipelines

ETL/ELT

Data modeling

Cloud data platforms

Data governance

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related technical field

Tools

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Job description

Recru is seeking a Senior Data Engineer to design, build, and optimize a modern cloud-based data platform. You will work hands-on with data pipelines, ETL/ELT workflows, and data models while aligning with business needs.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape the data product roadmap, ensure data quality, and implement CI/CD practices. This role is ideal for professionals who enjoy practitioner work and strategic impact.