Lead Data Engineer

Post Date

Jan 26, 2026

Location

Portland,
Oregon

ZIP/Postal Code

97204
US
Apr 06, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Computer Engineering

Req #

POR-9b9121f3-afa6-4582-b2e6-2c8c66f71117

Pay Rate

$54 - $68 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

An insurance client out of the PNW is looking for a Lead Data Engineer to join the team on a contract basis. This person will be responsible for leading the team supporting the Databricks platform for the enterprise. Experience hands on with Single Page Application (SPA) development, specifically with React and/or Angular is a requirement of the role. Must have experience with either pySpark or Python. The team also works in FastAPI so experience there will be beneficial. Ability to work in Scrum / Agile and be timely with delivery and leading the team within sprints is critical for this role. The team works core PST hours.

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Required Skills & Experience

- 5+ years experience as a Senior Data Engineer
- Strong senior level experience with Databricks, specifically Unity Catalog
- SPA development experience with either React or Angular
- Experience with pySpark or Python
- Experience in Spark SQL
- Experience with RESTful APIs

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

- Backend development with Python frameworks
- Postgresql experience

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.