Data Engineer

DescriptionKforce has a client that is seeking a Data Engineer in Saint Louis, MO.Duties:* Data Engineer will maintain and support existing database-driven processes and recurring data feeds* Extract data from databases and inbound vendor files* Prepare and deliver data sets for downstream applications and vendors* Support integrations involving employee, operational, vendor and financial-services data* Use SQL extensively to access, query, validate and work with data* Utilize Python scripting when needed for basic data loading or processing* Maintain automated exchanges of data between internal systems and third-party vendors* As a Data Engineer, you will work with recurring vendor files and help expose additional data elements as business requirements evolve* Prepare data for developers and other technical resources building internal solutions* Learn and follow established processes before recommending major changes or efficienciesRequirements* Experience working with relational databases and database structures* Experience with ETL, APIs, data feeds, data integration or comparable data movement between systems* Experience extracting and preparing data for downstream consumption* Strong SQL/querying capabilities* Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills* Detail-oriented approach to working with data* Ability to transform fragmented and unstructured information into a governed, searchable, and actionable data asset* Ability to collaborate with technical subject-matter experts and follow established processesPreferred Skills:* Python scripting* Azure and/or Azure Blob Storage exposure* Microsoft 365/Power Automation/Power BI* Financial-services data experience* Vendor-file and third-party integration experienceJob TypeContractCompensation60 - $70