Job Overview
We are looking for a savvy Data Engineer to join our growing team of analytics experts. We are a consulting firm that works on a variety of clients and client projects. Most of our clients need to be able to consolidate disparate data from a variety of sources into a data warehouse, then be able to run queries and develop analytics from there.
This hire will be responsible for optimizing client data warehouses and data pipeline architecture, as well as optimizing data flow. The ideal candidate is an experienced data pipeline builder and data wrangler who enjoys optimizing data systems and building them from the ground up. The Data Engineer will support our team and clients and will ensure optimal data delivery architecture is consistent throughout ongoing projects. They must be self-directed and comfortable supporting the data needs of multiple teams, systems and products. The Data Engineer will also interface with clients, so strong communication skills are necessary.
Work is 100% remote. You will be a subcontractor, with the option to go permanent down the road. Hours are flexible, as long as we get the work done.
Responsibilities for Data Engineer
- Create and maintain optimal data pipeline architecture,
- Assemble large, complex data sets that meet functional / non-functional business requirements.
- Identify, design, and implement internal process improvements: automating manual processes, optimizing data delivery, re-designing infrastructure for greater scalability, etc.
- Build the infrastructure required for optimal extraction, transformation, and loading of data from a wide variety of data sources using SQL and AWS or Azure technologies.
- Build analytics tools that utilize the data pipeline to provide actionable insights into customer acquisition, operational efficiency and other key business performance metrics.
- Work with clients on scoping and requirements gathering., deadlines, expectations, and project status updates
Qualifications for Data Engineer
- Advanced working SQL knowledge and experience working with relational databases, query authoring (SQL) as well as working familiarity with a variety of databases.
- Experience building and optimizing data pipelines, architectures and data sets.
- Experience with AWS cloud services: EC2, EMR, RDS, Redshift
- Experience with object-oriented/object function scripting languages: Python, Java, C++, Scala, etc.
- Experience with data pipeline and workflow management tools: Tableau Prep, Azkaban, Luigi, Airflow, etc.
- Experience with relational SQL and NoSQL databases, including Postgres and Cassandra.
- Experience with APIs and screen scraping
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Experience supporting and working with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment.
Job Type: Contract
Salary: $60,000.00 to $85,000.00 /year
Experience:
- relevant: 1 year (Preferred)
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Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
Visa Sponsorship Potentially Available:
- No: Not providing sponsorship for this job
This Job Is:
- A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply
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