Junior Data Engineer

Junior Data Engineer | Plano, Texas, United States Junior Data Engineer - Plano, TX (Contract to Hire) About the Role Join a fast-paced team as a Junior Data Engineer and launch your career in data engineering. This role is perfect for motivated individuals eager to build technical skills in a collaborative environment. You'll work with modern data tools, support critical projects, and gain hands-on experience in the financial sector. Whether you're a recent college graduate or have up to two years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact. Responsibilities - Develop and maintain data pipelines using Kafka and SQL - Write, read, and optimize SQL queries to support data processing tasks - Apply foundational ETL/ELT concepts for data integration and transformation - Collaborate with senior engineers on data warehousing and analytics initiatives - Troubleshoot data issues and ensure data quality - Work within a Unix environment for data operations and scripting - Contribute to project documentation and continuous improvement efforts Required Skills and Experience - Proficient in Kafka for data streaming - Skilled in SQL: able to read, write, and troubleshoot queries - Basic understanding of ETL or ELT concepts - Familiar with Unix operating system fundamentals - Motivated, eager to learn, and committed to quality work Preferred Skills - Exposure to Snowflake or Hadoop platforms - Experience with Python scripting - Understanding of data warehousing principles - Background in banking, AML, or financial industries Benefits - Contract-to-hire opportunity with potential for full-time conversion - Comprehensive training and mentorship from experienced data professionals - Exposure to leading-edge data technologies and financial industry projects - Remote flexibility (not limited to Plano, TX) - Inclusive, growth-driven culture that values initiative and learning How to Apply Ready to launch your data engineering career? Submit your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your experience and motivation. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. Background check and drug screening required.