Senior AWS Data Engineer

Req ID:374073NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.We are currently seeking a Senior AWS Data Engineer to join our team in Atlanta, Georgia (US-GA), United States (US).Job Description: Senior AWS Data EngineerLocation: Atlanta, Georgia (Hybrid – Onsite)Employment Type: Contract / Full-TimeRole SummaryWe are seeking a skilled AWS Data Engineer to design, build, and optimize our cloud-based data architecture. You will be responsible for developing robust ETL/ELT pipelines, scaling our data lake, and ensuring high-performance data delivery for analytics and machine learning teams. Your primary focus will be leveraging native AWS services to manage large-scale, secure, and cost-effective data environments.Day to Day job Duties:Pipeline Development: Build, scale, and maintain automated, fault-tolerant ETL/ELT data pipelines.Data Lake Management: Design and optimize data storage layers for unstructured, semi-structured, and structured data.Performance Tuning: Monitor, optimize, and troubleshoot complex data queries to reduce processing times and AWS costs.Data Modeling: Develop conceptual, logical, and physical data models tailored for analytical and operational use cases.Data Governance & Security: Implement strict data access controls, encryption, and data quality frameworks across all pipelines.Collaboration: Partner with Data Scientists, Business Analysts, and Software Engineers to deliver clean, production-ready datasetsBasic Qualifications:2+ years’ experience in AWS Glue, EMR, Athena, and Redshift.3+ years’ experiencein of S3, EC2, and serverless processing using AWS Lambda.3+ years’ experiencein Python or Scala, and advanced SQL.2+ years’ experience in Apache Spark or PySpark.Preferred Qualifications:AWS Certified Data Engineer – Associate/Professional or AWS Certified Big Data Specialty.Experience with real-time streaming data using AWS Kinesis or Apache Kafka.Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions, AWS CodePipeline). Proficiency with workflow management tools like Apache Airflow or AWS Step Functions.#LI-NorthAmerica #AWSEngineer #AtlantaAbout NTT DATANTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.Whenever possible, we hire locally to NTT DATA offices or client sites. This ensures we can provide timely and effective support tailored to each client’s needs. While many positions offer remote or hybrid work options, these arrangements are subject to change based on client requirements. For employees near an NTT DATA office or client site, in-office attendance may be required for meetings or events, depending on business needs. At NTT DATA, we are committed to staying flexible and meeting the evolving needs of both our clients and employees. NTT DATA recruiters will never ask for payment or banking information and will only use @nttdata.com and @talent.nttdataservices.com email addresses. If you are requested to provide payment or disclose banking information, please submit a contact us form, .NTT DATA endeavors to make accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at . This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. NTT DATA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here. For Pay Transparency information, please click here.Posting Date:Department:IT Consulting - 1111910011