Sr Python Data Engineer

Pinnacle Group; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

PTR Global in McLean, VA seeks a Sr Python Data Engineer for a 14+ month contract. You will design and implement high-performance data pipelines, ensure data quality, and maintain data lineage in large-scale environments.

Responsibilities include building scalable pipelines (Terabyte-scale), validating data integrity, and collaborating with data teams. Expertise in Python, PySpark, AWS Glue and EMR is required. This role offers onsite work three days a week in McLean with full benefits.

Qualifications

• Expert-level Python and PySpark proficiency.
• Hands-on AWS Glue and EMR experience.
• Track record building scalable, terabyte-scale data pipelines.
• Experience with data lineage and data quality frameworks.
• Strong work with S3-based lakes and relational databases (RDS/PostgreSQL/MySQL).

Responsibilities

• Design and implement high-performance data pipelines for large data volumes.
• Ensure data integrity through quality checks and lineage tracking.

Skills

Python

PySpark

AWS Glue

EMR

Big Data

Data Lineage

Data Quality

S3 Lake

PostgreSQL

MySQL

RDS

Job description

Sr Python Data Engineer
IT | Software Design/Developer McLean , Virginia Contract Nov 3, 2026

Job Title: Python Data Engineer

Location: Mclean, VA (3 days onsite)

Duration: 14+ Months Contract with Extension

Job id – 181073

Responsibilities

• Designing and implementing high-performance data pipelines that handle large volumes of data
• Ensuring data integrity through advanced quality checks and lineage tracking

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Core Languages: Expert-level proficiency in Python and PySpark.
• AWS Ecosystem: Deep hands-on experience with AWS Glue and Amazon EMR.
• Big Data Architecture: Proven track record of building scalable pipelines for large-scale data (Terabyte-scale preferred).
• Data Integrity: Demonstrated experience implementing frameworks for Data Lineage and Data Quality.
• Database Knowledge: Strong experience working with S3-based lakes and relational databases (RDS/PostgreSQL/MySQL).

Preferred Experience

• Industry: Experience within the Financial Services industry is a huge plus.
• Real-time Processing: Experience with Kinesis or Kafka integration for low-latency data delivery.
• DevOps: Familiarity with CI/CD for data pipelines and Infrastructure as Code.

About PTR Global:

PTR Global is a leading provider of information technology and workforce solutions. PTR Global has become one of the largest providers in its industry, with over 5000 professionals providing services across the U.S. and Canada. For more information visit www.ptrglobal.com

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Pay Range: $70- $80

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