Remote Lead Data Engineer

Post Date

Oct 04, 2024

Location

Reston,
Virginia

ZIP/Postal Code

20190
US
Dec 17, 2024 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Data Warehousing

Req #

BAL-728561

Pay Rate

$66 - $82 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Our client is looking for a remote Data Engineer to support a large federal contract. This individual will be responsible for:

Design and build data processing pipelines using tools and frameworks in the databricks/azure ecosystem
Analyzes requirements and architecture specifications to create detailed design documents. Responsible for data engineering functions including, but not limited to data extract, transformation, loading, integration in support of modern cloud computing platforms like Azure and Databricks
Develop, construct, test, and maintain data architectures
Ensure data architecture will support requirements of the business
Assist in discovery of new opportunities for data acquisition
Work with data sets and work with other data engineers and or scientists on analyzing this data using algorithms and machine learning
Implement and configure big data technologies as well as tune processes for performance at scale
Design and build ETL pipelines to automate the ingestion of structured and unstructured data
Work with DevOps engineers on CI/CD and IaC processes, read specifications and translate them into code and design documents, and perform code reviews and develop processes for improving code quality
Strong in scalability, performance, and availability of our ecosystems
Responsible for deploying the developed solution in Azure environment and examining results for accuracy
Responsible for defining and assisting the implementation/maintaining data governance policies, quality standards, data security, data classifications, and creation of data catalog

Target hourly rate ranges from $50-75/hr based on experience

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.

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Required Skills & Experience

Bachelors degree in computer science or related field
10 years of experience as a data engineer, database administrator or software developer
5+ years of experience developing SQL and Python
5+ years of experience working in an Azure environment
5+ years of experience creating, implementing, and maintain a data government policy
Ability to obtain Public Trust clearance

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st 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.