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Big Data Engineer Intern Jobs (NOW HIRING)

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 · 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.

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 ...

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

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

Reston, VA

$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[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 ...

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

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)

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 ...

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

Lorton, VA

$56.25 - $74.50/hr

Experience working on a big data platform Demonstrated deep proficiency with Big Data processing ... NET, Java EE, Ruby or other object oriented programming language Familiarity with map data ...

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 ...

Sr.Big Data Engineer

Phoenix, AZ

$55.25 - $73.25/hr

Sr. Big Data Engineer Location: Phoenix, AZ Job type: FTE Big Data exp.: 3+ years. Responsibilities (but not limited to): Implementation of various solutions arising out of the large data processing ...

Big Data Engineer

Chevy Chase, MD · On-site

$59.50 - $78.75/hr

Big Data Engineer Start Date: ASAP Location: Chevy Chase, MD Duration: 12--24+ Month Contract Mode of Interview: Phone and Skype : • 3 years of hands-on experience in the Hadoop ecosystem (HDFS ...

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How much do big data engineer intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for big data engineer intern in the United States is $25.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.67 and $28.85 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Big Data Engineer Intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Big Data Engineer Intern, you need a solid understanding of programming (especially Python, Java, or Scala), data structures, and basic knowledge of distributed computing concepts, typically supported by coursework or relevant projects. Familiarity with big data tools like Hadoop, Spark, and data querying languages such as SQL, as well as exposure to cloud platforms like AWS or Azure, is highly valuable. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and communication skills help interns collaborate effectively and learn quickly in dynamic environments. These skills and qualities are crucial for handling large-scale datasets and supporting the development of data-driven solutions within engineering teams.

What does a Big Data Engineer Intern do?

A Big Data Engineer Intern assists with designing, building, and maintaining large-scale data processing systems. They often work with technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, and SQL to manage and analyze large datasets. Interns may help develop data pipelines, clean and organize data, and support senior engineers in optimizing data workflows. This role provides hands-on experience in handling big data tools and working on real-world data engineering projects.

What is the difference between Big Data Engineer Intern vs Data Engineer?

AspectBig Data Engineer InternData Engineer
CredentialsRelevant coursework, some internshipsBachelor's or master's in CS, experience preferred
Work EnvironmentInternship, learning-focused, entry-level projectsFull-time, professional projects, team collaboration
Industry UsageTech, finance, healthcare, startupsSame industries, more responsibility
Search & Comparison IntentEntry-level, internship opportunitiesCareer advancement, full-time roles

The main difference between a Big Data Engineer Intern and a Data Engineer is experience level and responsibility. Interns are typically students or early learners gaining exposure, while Data Engineers are full-time professionals managing complex data systems. Internships serve as stepping stones toward full-time data engineering careers.

What are some common challenges a Big Data Engineer Intern might face when working with large datasets?

As a Big Data Engineer Intern, you'll often encounter challenges related to managing the scale and complexity of massive datasets. These can include optimizing data ingestion pipelines for speed and efficiency, troubleshooting data quality issues, and ensuring data privacy and security. Additionally, you may need to quickly learn new tools or frameworks, such as Hadoop or Spark, and collaborate closely with data scientists and engineers to ensure data is structured and accessible for analysis. Developing problem-solving skills and being proactive in seeking help from your team can help you overcome these hurdles.
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Big Data Engineer

ByteCubed

Arlington, VA • On-site

$64.25 - $84.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago


Job description

Company Description
ByteCubed is a result-oriented and high impact consulting firm specializing in next generation software development and technology, delivering the most efficient strategies and cost-effective solutions that meet the ever-changing challenges that our clients face. Specialties: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.
Job Description
ByteCubed is currently seeking a Big Data Engineer to work with a dynamic team building reusable SaaS components to ingest various types of data into a cloud environment using ETL tools, at our headquarters in Arlington, Virginia.
Come find out why we have a perfect rating on Glassdoor!
Responsibilities included, but not limited to:
  • Implement aspects of application design - high-performance design, coding, caching mechanisms, security, encryption, state management, error logging, debugging, scalability, code reviews, environment configuration, and testing.
  • Perform unit and system-level testing of applications.
  • Develop reusable loosely-coupled software components to deploy on cloud platforms.
  • Implement ETL processes.
  • Implement business-layers as web service using Java, Spring Framework and JPA.

Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related technical discipline.
  • 5+ years of related software development experience, implementation of large enterprise systems or distributed computing environment
  • Proficiency in Java, Spring, JPA and Hibernate.
  • Proficiency in ETL development using tools such as Pentaho.
  • Experience in solving big-data problems using Open Source technologies such as Hadoop/HDFS, Accumulo, Spark and HBase on a cloud platform.
  • Proficiency in RDBMS including SQL Server, MySQL, Oracle.
  • Proven track record of designing scalable, distributed software applications.
  • Object-oriented design and programming experience.
  • Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • 7+ years in Java, C#
  • Cloudera ecosystems Hive, Pig, Impala, HBase, Mahout, Spark
  • Department of Defense SECRET security clearance.

Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Please include resumes when replying to this post. Contact information for this poster can be found at: https://www.linkedin.com/pub/ashley-a-staring/12/453/767