Kforce Inc ยท 21 hours ago
Data Engineer
Roanoke, TX
Contract
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$72/hr - $82/hrKforce Inc is a staffing agency that is seeking a Data Engineer to work with their client in Westlake, TX. The role involves architecting and designing data pipelines, enhancing ETL workflows, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver effective data solutions.
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Responsibilities
Architect and design scalable, secure, and high-performance data pipelines for on-prem and cloud environments
Develop and Enhance automated ETL/ELT workflows leveraging modern frameworks and best practices
Modernize Legacy Systems by migrating data pipelines to cloud-native solutions
Implement CI/CD Pipelines for data workflows, ensuring robust version control and automated deployments
Apply DevOps Practices to improve reliability, observability, and maintainability of data infrastructure
Troubleshoot and Resolve Issues in data pipelines, identifying root causes and implementing permanent fixes
Analyze Business Processes to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for automation and improvement
Translate Business Insights into Technical Solutions by creating actionable technical plans aligned with business objectives
Communicate effectively with both technical teams and business stakeholders to ensure clarity and alignment
Execute Implementation Plans with urgency, high quality, and accountability for outcomes
Leverage All Available Resources proactively to deliver projects on time and within scope
Optimize Performance of large-scale data processing systems and troubleshoot pipeline failures
Ensure Data Quality and Governance through validation frameworks, lineage tracking, and compliance with security standards
Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams including data scientists, analysts, and business stakeholders to deliver data solutions
Mentor and guide junior engineers, promoting best practices and technical excellence
Drive Innovation by evaluating emerging technologies and recommending improvements to data architecture
Qualification
Required
Data Engineering expertise: Advanced experience in building and maintaining automated data pipelines; Strong knowledge of ETL/ELT processes and orchestration tools (Airflow, Prefect, Dagster)
Programming & Querying: Proficiency in Python, Java, or Scala; Advanced SQL skills for complex queries and optimization
Cloud Platforms: Hands-on experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP data services (Glue, Data Factory, Dataflow); Familiarity with object storage and IAM/security best practices
Cloud Certification: AWS Certified Data Analytics or equivalent certification in Azure/GCP
DevOps & CI/CD: Advanced experience with CI/CD tools (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Azure DevOps); Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, CloudFormation)
Containerization & Orchestration: Docker and Kubernetes for deploying data workflows
Data Modeling & Storage: Expertise in relational and NoSQL databases; Advanced knowledge of data lake and data warehouse architectures (Snowflake, Redshift, BigQuery)
Benefits
Medical/dental/vision insurance
HSA
FSA
401(k)
Life, disability & ADD insurance
Company
Kforce Inc
Kforce is a solutions firm specializing in technology, finance and accounting, and professional staffing services.
Founded in 1962
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2024-05-20IPO
2014-06-08Acquired
Leadership Team
Aaron Travis
Digital Experience Delivery Director | Kforce Consulting Solutions
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