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Big Data Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$57.50 - $76/hr

Our client, a premier investment bank, is looking for a Big Data Engineer to join their growing team in Chicago, IL. Currently our client spends a lot of time trying to answer client's questions by ...

Big Data Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$64.25 - $84.75/hr

Big Data, Strategy and Business Architecture, Systems Engineering, Enterprise cloud services and solutions, PMO services, Innovation, R&D, Business Process and Improvements, and Software Engineering.

Big Data Engineer

Arlington, VA

$64.25 - $84.75/hr

Big Data, Strategy and Business Architecture, Systems Engineering, Enterprise cloud services and solutions, PMO services, Innovation, R&D, Business Process and Improvements, and Software Engineering.

Sr. Big Data Engineer

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$54.50 - $72/hr

Big Data Engineer Location: Charlotte, NC (onsite) Duration : 12 months ext. Job Type: W2 contract We are seeking Big Data Engineer to join our Enterprise Data & Analytics team. In this role, you ...

Sr. Big Data Engineer

Weehawken, NJ · On-site

$60.50 - $80.25/hr

Sr. Big Data Engineer Weehawken, NJ Strong Banking Domain experience is required Only Local candidates to NJ/NY Position type: W2 contract. Our Challenge * As a Big Data Engineer, candidate will be ...

Big Data Engineer

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

$54.50 - $72/hr

Overview: Big Data Engineer Joining Location: Remote due to Covid but eventually (Alpharetta, GA) # of Positions: 1 Client is a leading provider of platforms, digital innovation, artificial ...

Fulltime Big Data Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$55.50 - $73.25/hr

Big Data Engineer Location: Dallas, TX (Hybrid) JD: Summary We are looking for an experienced Big Data Engineer with 7 10 years of hands-on experience to design, build, and maintain scalable data ...

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Big Data Engineer

Rockville, MD · On-site

$56.75 - $75.25/hr

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Big Data Engineer for a CONTRACT assignment with one of our premier Regulatory clients in the DMV area. This position is for a mid ...

Big Data Engineer

New York, NY · Remote

$57 - $75.50/hr

Does NOT want a machine learning engineer, wants a big data engineer Required Skills: * 5-10 years of experience * Python, Airflow, PySpark, Spark SQL, Spark Streaming, Scala, Relational/No SQL ...

Big Data Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

$58 - $76.75/hr

Big Data Engineer_49415 Location: Reston, VA Duration: Full Time Description: * 6+ years of hands on experience and strong and deep knowledge of Java application development * Experience processing ...

Big Data Engineer

Washington, DC

$63.25 - $83.50/hr

Big Data Engineer Location: Washington, DC Duration: 6 Months Face to Face Must (NO SKYPE) must be Locals to VA/MD/DC Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer or Electrical Engineering ...

Big Data Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$53.25 - $70.50/hr

Position: Software Engineer (Big Data) Duration: 3-6 Months CTH Location: Houston/Plano , TX This is a W2 position that requires candidates to be onsite for 2- 3 days in a week (Hybrid role)

Senior Big Data Engineer

New York, NY · On-site +1

$170K - $180K/yr

Senior Big Data Engineer New York, NY Hybrid Schedule (M/F remote, T/W/TH in-office) U.S. Remote At Magnite, we cultivate an environment of continuous growth and collaboration. Our work impacts what ...

Big Data Engineer[Hybrid]

Dallas, TX · On-site

$55.25 - $73/hr

Skills Needed: Big Data, Spark SQL, Scala code, GCP Local to FL/TX/GA Position: Big Data Engineer Location: Temple Terrace, FL / Irving, Dallas TX / Alpharetta, GA (Hybrid - 3 Days in a Week Onsite ...

Senior Big Data Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

$170K - $180K/yr

Senior Big Data Engineer New York, NY Hybrid Schedule (M/F remote, T/W/TH in-office) U.S. Remote At Magnite, we cultivate an environment of continuous growth and collaboration. Our work impacts what ...

AdvanSix is seeking a Big Data Engineer to build and operate our enterprise Unified Data Layer (UDL) - spanning IT and OT - to deliver trustworthy, performant data products that power Finance ...

Big data engineer - Python

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$54.50 - $72/hr

We are looking for a Big Data Engineer for an onsite position located in Charlotte, NC, Denver, CO, Jacksonville, FL and Chicago, IL This is a 12+ month W2 contract opportunity. Summary: Join a ...

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How much do big data engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for big data engineer in the United States is $62.98, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53.61 and $70.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Big Data Engineer do?

A Big Data Engineer designs, builds, and manages systems that process and store large volumes of data. They develop data pipelines, integrate data from various sources, and ensure that the infrastructure is scalable, reliable, and efficient. Their work enables organizations to analyze and derive insights from massive datasets, supporting decision-making and business intelligence. Big Data Engineers often work with technologies like Hadoop, Spark, and cloud platforms.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Big Data Engineer?

To thrive as a Big Data Engineer, you need strong programming skills (often in Python, Java, or Scala), experience with data modeling, and a solid understanding of distributed computing and database systems, typically supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with big data tools and platforms like Hadoop, Spark, Kafka, and relevant cloud services, as well as certifications such as Cloudera or AWS Big Data, is also important. Analytical thinking, problem-solving ability, and effective communication are key soft skills that help bridge technical solutions with business needs. These skills are crucial for designing scalable data pipelines, ensuring efficient data processing, and delivering actionable insights that drive organizational success.

What are some common challenges Big Data Engineers face when working with large-scale data pipelines?

Big Data Engineers often encounter challenges related to optimizing data pipelines for scalability and reliability, especially as data volume and velocity increase. Issues like managing data consistency, handling schema changes, and ensuring low-latency data processing are frequent hurdles. Collaborating closely with data scientists and DevOps teams is crucial, as projects often require integrating diverse data sources and maintaining high data quality standards. Staying up-to-date with evolving big data technologies and best practices is essential to address these ongoing challenges effectively.
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Big Data Engineer

LiniumIT

Chicago, IL • On-site

$57.50 - $76/hr

Contractor

Re-posted 19 days ago


Job description

Our client, a premier investment bank, is looking for a Big Data Engineer to join their growing team in Chicago, IL.

Currently our client spends a lot of time trying to answer client's questions by logging in to several disparate data sources. It is estimated each support analyst spends about an hour every day answering client's questions. The goal of the project is to provide clients access to the data so they can access the data themselves.

Role to be played by the consultant/contractor:

  • Work with the business, understand and review technical requirements
  • Design and develop end to end solution
  • Ability to pick right technology for the execution of project

Profile

  • Hands on experience working with tools in Big Data ecosystem
  • Hands on experience in building Kafka streaming application in Java
  • Hands on experience in building Spark applications in Java or Scala
  • Hands on experience in working with NoSQL databases
  • Full stack Java developer
  • Hands on experience in building production applications using Node.js and React


Environment History of Project:

  • Cross Asset Query Tool - will bring low latency query capabilities to our Cross Asset data
Employment Type: CONTRACTOR