Job Title: Senior Data Engineer
Experience: 8 Years
Employment Type: Contract / W2
Location: McLean, Virginia
Duration: Contract
Job Description
We are looking for a Senior Data Engineer with 8 years of experience in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable data pipelines and data engineering solutions. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in Python, SQL, ETL/ELT, cloud platforms, and big data technologies.
Key Responsibilities
* Design, develop, and maintain scalable ETL/ELT pipelines.
* Develop data processing solutions using Python, PySpark, and SQL.
* Build and optimize data ingestion and transformation workflows.
* Work with large datasets, data lakes, and data warehouses.
* Develop and optimize complex SQL queries and database operations.
* Implement data quality checks, validation, and error-handling processes.
* Work with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
* Use Apache Spark and workflow orchestration tools to process and manage data pipelines.
* Collaborate with data architects, analysts, and business teams to understand requirements.
* Monitor pipeline performance, troubleshoot issues, and support production environments.
* Follow best practices for data security, governance, and performance optimization.
* Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, and Agile ceremonies.
Required Skills
* 8 years of experience in Data Engineering.
* Strong proficiency in Python, SQL, and ETL/ELT processes.
* Hands-on experience with PySpark and Apache Spark.
* Experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP.
* Knowledge of data warehousing and data lake architecture.
* Experience with Snowflake, Databricks, or other modern data platforms.
* Familiarity with Apache Airflow or similar orchestration tools.
* Experience with relational and NoSQL databases.
* Knowledge of Git, CI/CD, and data pipeline monitoring.
* Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience with Kafka or other streaming technologies.
* Familiarity with Delta Lake and cloud-based data architectures.
* Experience with data modeling and data governance.
* Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Aldie, VA 20105
