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TriOptus LLC

Big Data Engineer

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

$54.50 - $72/hr

Big Data Engineer (Hybrid) Location: Alpharetta, Georgia (Hybrid Role) Employment Type ... Contract-to-Hire (CTH) MOR2JP00017198 We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Data Engineer ...

Accord Technologies Inc.

Sr. Big Data Engineer

Weehawken, NJ · On-site

$60.50 - $80.25/hr

W2 contract. Our Challenge * As a Big Data Engineer, candidate will be instrumental in developing and optimizing big data technologies such as Apache Spark and Azure Databricks. * Candidate will ...

Software Guidance & Assistance

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 ...

Cymertek

Big Data Architect

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$58 - $74.50/hr

Some contracts give 2 years experience credit for a Master's Degree. We will work with you to find the right fit. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES * Design and implement end-to-end big data solutions

Cymertek

Big Data Architect

Tysons, VA · On-site

$64 - $82.25/hr

Some contracts give 2 years experience credit for a Master's Degree. We will work with you to find the right fit. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES * Design and implement end-to-end big data solutions

Cymertek

Big Data Architect

Reston, VA · On-site

$66.50 - $85.50/hr

Some contracts give 2 years experience credit for a Master's Degree. We will work with you to find the right fit. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES * Design and implement end-to-end big data solutions

Cymertek

Big Data Architect

Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site

$65.25 - $83.75/hr

Some contracts give 2 years experience credit for a Master's Degree. We will work with you to find the right fit. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES * Design and implement end-to-end big data solutions

Cymertek

Big Data Architect

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$66 - $84.75/hr

Some contracts give 2 years experience credit for a Master's Degree. We will work with you to find the right fit. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES * Design and implement end-to-end big data solutions

Redolent, Inc.

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 ...

Cymertek

Big Data Architect

Aurora, CO · On-site

$65 - $83.50/hr

Some contracts give 2 years experience credit for a Master's Degree. We will work with you to find the right fit. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES * Design and implement end-to-end big data solutions

Cymertek

Cloud Big Data Software Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$57.50 - $76.25/hr

Some contracts give 2 years experience credit for a Master's Degree. We will work with you to find the right fit. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES * Design and implement big data solutions in cloud ...

TriOptus LLC

Sr Big Data Engineer

Plano, TX · On-site

$52 - $69/hr

Contract - Must-Have Skills: Python PySpark Spark AWS ETL Docker Good to Have Skills: Lead Experience Data Modeling CI/CD - Jenkins R Airflow Kubernetes

PeopleNTech

BIG-DATA-ENGINEER

Houston, TX · On-site

$53.25 - $70.50/hr

Job Role -BIG-DATA-ENGINEER // Houston, Texas Contract to hire 6+ Months. (We would not be able to hire the candidate with any %(Referal amount) once contract is over) Location - Hybrid role Houston ...

Cymertek

Big Data Architect

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$63 - $81/hr

Some contracts give 2 years experience credit for a Master's Degree. We will work with you to find the right fit. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES * Design and implement end-to-end big data solutions

Cymertek

Cloud Big Data Software Engineer

Tysons, VA · On-site

$56 - $74/hr

Some contracts give 2 years experience credit for a Master's Degree. We will work with you to find the right fit. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES * Design and implement big data solutions in cloud ...

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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for big data contract in the United States is $165,018.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $133,500.00 and $170,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Professionals working on Big Data contracts often encounter challenges such as handling large volumes of unstructured data, ensuring data security and compliance, and integrating diverse data sources. Meeting client expectations within tight deadlines can also be demanding, especially when project requirements evolve. To address these challenges, it's important to maintain clear communication with stakeholders, stay updated on the latest big data tools and security practices, and adopt agile methodologies for flexibility. Collaborating closely with data engineers, analysts, and IT teams can also help overcome technical hurdles and deliver successful outcomes.

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Big Data Engineer

TriOptus LLC

Alpharetta, GA • On-site

$54.50 - $72/hr

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Job description

Job Title: Big Data Engineer (Hybrid)
Location: Alpharetta, Georgia (Hybrid Role)
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire (CTH)
MOR2JP00017198
Job Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Data Engineer to join our team in Alpharetta, Georgia. This hybrid role offers an exciting opportunity for candidates with hands-on experience in Hadoop, Apache Spark, and other key technologies. As a Data Engineer, you will play a critical role in the migration process from Hadoop to Snowflake, contributing to the development and optimization of our data pipelines.
Responsibilities:
Lead and contribute to the migration of data pipelines and workloads from Hadoop to Snowflake (approximately 50% of the role).
Develop and maintain ETL processes and data transformations in a hybrid cloud environment.
Work hands-on with Hadoop, Apache Spark, and other big data tools to support data processing and analysis.
Create and maintain UNIX shell scripts and Python scripts for automation and data workflows.
Utilize SQL for querying, manipulating, and managing large datasets.
Participate in building and managing CI/CD pipelines for efficient data deployment and integration.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize data architecture and ensure smooth data flow within the organization.
Ensure high-quality production environments and handle production support as needed.
Requirements:
Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
Experience: At least 7 years of professional experience as a Data Engineer or similar role.
Technical Expertise:
Extensive hands-on experience with Hadoop.
Strong proficiency in UNIX Shell scripting.
Solid experience with Python scripting for automation and data processing.
Proficiency in Apache Spark for distributed data processing.
Experience with CI/CD pipelines for continuous integration and delivery.
Strong knowledge of SQL for querying and managing large datasets.
Demonstrated production environment experience.
Desired Skills:
Familiarity with IDMC or any other ETL tools.
Prior finance industry experience is a plus.
Experience with Snowflake is highly preferred.
Interview Process:
First Round: 1-hour Zoom interview.
Second Round: Final interview

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