Data Engineer I

Data Engineer I Apex Systems is seeking a Data Engineer I for a 12‑month contract in Cincinnati, OH (onsite). Base pay range: $35.00/hr – $38.00/hr. Actual pay will be based on skills and experience. About the Role I’m looking for a Data Engineer to join a Data Enablement / MLOps-focused team. This role centers on accelerating model development by delivering clean, reliable, production-ready data to data scientists and analytics partners. You’ll work with modern tooling, integrate new data sources, engineer features, and streamline the modeling pipeline to support faster experimentation and deployment. What You’ll Do Design, build, test, and maintain scalable data management systems Clean, transform, and prepare datasets for modeling and analytics Develop high‑performance algorithms, prototypes, and data workflows Ensure data systems align with business requirements and industry best practices Integrate emerging data engineering and MLOps technologies into existing environments Establish processes for data mining, data modeling, and data production Build custom components, tools, and analytics applications Explore new opportunities for leveraging existing data assets Use a variety of languages and tools to connect and optimize systems Collaborate closely with data scientists, data architects, and engineering teams Maintain and update disaster recovery procedures Recommend improvements to enhance data quality, reliability, and accessibility Required Technical Skills Strong proficiency in SQL Understanding of relational database concepts Experience cleaning, transforming, and preparing data Nice-to-Have Technical Skills Snowflake dbt Python Basic understanding of data science workflows Soft Skills Strong problem‑solving mindset Clear and proactive communication Curiosity and willingness to learn Positive, collaborative attitude Self‑driven and motivated Qualifications Technical degree or equivalent professional experience Experience with relational and non‑relational databases (e.g., SQL, MySQL, NoSQL, Hadoop, MongoDB) Experience programming or architecting backend systems (e.g., Java, J2EE) EEO Statement Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. Benefits Overview Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, HSA, and other insurance plans. Additional offerings include an ESPP, 401(k) with company match after 12 months, SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program, corporate discount savings program, and access to professional development resources. For a full list of benefits, please refer to the Welcome Packet provided upon hiring. Position Details Seniority level: Entry level – Employment type: Contract – Job function: Information Technology – Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting #J-18808-Ljbffr