Data Engineer

Job Title: Data Engineer

Location: Florham Park, NJ (5 Days Onsite)

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Data Engineer with a strong background in Snowflake to join our team on a contract basis. The ideal candidate will have 5 7 years of experience in data engineering, with a proven track record of designing, building, and maintaining data pipelines and data warehouses. You will play a crucial role in transforming raw data into actionable insights, ensuring data quality, and supporting data driven decision making across the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines and ETL processes using Snowflake.
• Collaborate with data analysts and business stakeholders to understand data requirements and deliver solutions that meet their needs.
• Optimize data storage and retrieval processes to enhance performance and reduce costs.
• Implement data governance and security best practices to ensure data integrity and compliance.
• Monitor and troubleshoot data pipeline performance, addressing issues as they arise.
• Document data architecture, processes, and workflows to ensure knowledge transfer and maintainability.
• Stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in data engineering and Snowflake.

Mandatory Skills:

• Strong expertise in Snowflake, including data modeling, performance tuning, and query optimization.
• Proficient in SQL and experience with data transformation tools.
• Experience with ETL tools and frameworks.
• Solid understanding of data warehousing concepts and best practices.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and their data services.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with Python or other programming languages for data manipulation.
• Knowledge of data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Experience with data orchestration tools (e.g., Apache Airflow, Prefect).
• Familiarity with machine learning concepts and tools.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5 7 years of experience in data engineering or a related role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

If you are a motivated Data Engineer with a passion for working with Snowflake and a desire to contribute to impactful data solutions, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.