Job Description
Type of Engagement: 12-month extendable Contract - W2 ONLY (Not open to 3rd party C2C consultants. Visa sponsorship is not available)
Work Location: Hybrid in Birmingham, AL - Tuesday to Thursday onsite.
Must be within 50 miles of Birmingham, AL 35203.
Job Overview
The Data Engineer plays a pivotal role in advancing data-driven decision-making and operational efficiency across business units. Working closely with data scientists and within a cloud environment, this role requires expertise in data engineering, cloud technologies, and collaborative problem-solving.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Data Pipeline Development:
- Assist TO in designing, building, and maintaining scalable data pipelines to ingest, transform, and store large volumes of AMI data from various sources.
- Collaborate with data scientists to ensure seamless integration of data pipelines with analytical models and AI processes.
Data Modeling and Architecture:
- Develop and implement data models and architectures optimized for AMI data analytics, ensuring efficiency, scalability, and data integrity.
- Implement best practices for data storage, partitioning, and indexing to optimize performance and facilitate analysis.
Cloud Environment Management:
- Work within cloud environments - Azure to deploy, manage, and optimize data engineering solutions.
- Collaborate with cloud architects and administrators to ensure security, compliance, and cost-effectiveness of cloud infrastructure.
Visualization and Reporting:
- Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards and reports to visualize AMI data insights and facilitate data-driven decision-making.
- Ensure the accuracy, reliability, and usability of visualizations to meet business requirements.
Data Cataloging and Documentation:
- Catalog and document AMI data sources, datasets, and metadata to facilitate data discovery, lineage, and governance.
- Implement data cataloging best practices to ensure the availability and accessibility of AMI data assets.
Collaboration and Support:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and support analytical initiatives.
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting for data-related issues, ensuring the reliability and availability of data infrastructure.
Required Skills & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
- 3+ years of experience in data engineering or related roles, preferably in a cloud environment.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, SQL, and Scala.
- Proficiency with Power BI for data visualization and reporting.
- Experience with cloud-based data platforms (e.g., Azure Databricks, AWS EMR).
- Strong understanding of data modeling, ETL processes, and data warehousing concepts.
- Familiarity with big data technologies
Big Bonus Points If You Have
- Innovative and adaptable, with a passion for continuous learning and improvement.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams.
- Results-oriented and committed to delivering high-quality solutions that meet business needs.
- Ethical conduct and commitment to safety in all aspects of work.
A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this role is $60.00 - $65.00 per hour. The compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case, such as skills and experience levels.
Meet APC
APC is a professional staffing and services organization focused on engaging people and positively impacting lives. As “Professionals serving Professionals”®, we take pride in providing our employees and contractors with the highest level of customer service and support.
APC is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status.