Senior Data Engineer (Contract)

IntelliPro; San Mateo (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,208 - 137,760; Part time

Job summary

A global talent acquisition leader is seeking a Data Engineer in San Mateo, CA. This position involves building scalable ETL pipelines and collaborating closely with data science teams to enhance product features. Candidates should have 4+ years of relevant experience and skills in SQL and ETL tools. The role is a contract position with a pay range of $80 – $100/hour based on experience. Hybrid or onsite work is preferred.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in data engineering or a similar role.
• Proficiency with SQL, data modeling, pipeline design.
• Experience with telemetry data processing.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain scalable ETL pipelines.
• Collaborate on telemetry design for product launches.
• Optimize existing data processes for insights.

Skills

Data engineering

SQL

ETL tools

Problem-solving skills

Growth mindset

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics

Tools

Cloud data platforms

Dashboards/BI frameworks

Job description

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Base pay range

$80.00/hr - $100.00/hr

Position Type: Contract (3 months with strong potential to extend)

Location: San Mateo, CA (Hybrid or Onsite Preferred)

Salary Range: $80 – $100/hour (based on experience and contract terms)

We’re seeking a Data Engineer to support the analytics and product development teams at a fast-scaling, immersive digital experience platform serving tens of millions of users daily. This role will partner closely with the Data Science & Analytics team focused on social features, helping build scalable data infrastructure to power insights, experimentation, and rapid innovation in gaming and virtual community products.

What You’ll Do:

• Build and maintain scalable ETL pipelines and structured data layers to support analytical products for social and community features.
• Collaborate with product and data science partners on telemetry design for new product launches.
• Optimize existing data processes and transform raw telemetry into actionable, trusted datasets.
• Contribute to foundational data infrastructure that supports analytics, reporting, and product experimentation.
• Perform exploratory and descriptive analyses in partnership with data scientists and product stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience in data engineering, analytical engineering, or a similar role.
• Proficiency with SQL, data modeling, pipeline design, and processing large-scale telemetry data.
• Familiarity with ETL tools, cloud data platforms, and dashboarding/BI frameworks.
• Strong problem-solving skills, ability to work autonomously, and a growth mindset.
• Degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related discipline (or equivalent practical experience).
• Bonus: Experience with product metrics, dashboard development, or analytics for social or gaming products.

About Us:

Founded in 2009, IntelliPro stands as a global leader in talent acquisition and HR solutions. Our commitment to delivering unparalleled service to clients, fostering employee growth, and building enduring partnerships sets us apart. With a dynamic presence in the USA, China, Canada, Singapore, Philippines, UK, India, Netherlands, and Germany, we continue to lead the way in global talent solutions.

IntelliPro is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We also ensure that all applicants have access to accommodations throughout the hiring process. Learn more at https://intelliprogroup.com

Compensation:

The compensation offered will depend on various factors, including location, experience, education, and job-related skills. This role includes a competitive base salary, bonus, equity, and a comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Computer Games

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