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Saicon Consultants

Big Data Architect

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$62.25 - $80/hr

Here is our client looking for a Big Data Architect in Des Moines, IA for 3+ months contract. Someone with good Azure HD Insights experience or Hortonworks on Azure experience . We don't have ...

Saicon Consultants

Big Data Architect

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$62.25 - $80/hr

Big Data Architect Location: Des Moines, IA Duration: 10-12 Weeks Description: Looking for a Big Data Architect, Someone with good Azure HD Insights experience or Hortonworks on Azure experience.

Transamerica

Lead Data Engineer

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

$112K - $134K/yr

Summary The Lead Data Engineer is responsible for the design, architecture and support of systems ... Understanding of big data and real time streaming analytics processing architecture and ecosystems

Aegon

Lead Data Engineer

Cedar Rapids, IA

$112K - $134K/yr

Summary The Lead Data Engineer is responsible for the design, architecture and support of systems ... Understanding of big data and real time streaming analytics processing architecture and ecosystems

RFA Engineering

Data Engineer

Urbandale, IA · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

Data Engineer As a Data Engineer, you will enable engineers, analysts, and data scientists to more effectively access, explore, and leverage enterprise data to generate insights, build models, and ...

Pwc

Data Strategy-Manager

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$99K - $232K/yr

... with big data engineering tools - Proficiency in SQL and data visualization tools - Experience in designing advanced analytics solutions - Coaching and collaborating with team members Travel ...

Aegon

Senior Data Engineer

Cedar Rapids, IA · Hybrid

$95K - $115K/yr

Understanding of big data and streaming analytics architectures. * Experience with analytics, ML ... Programming experience (DBT, Python, Scala, Node.js). * Snowflake experience. Working Conditions

Centro, Inc

Data Engineer

North Liberty, IA · On-site

$104K - $125K/yr

Principal Software Engineer Position Summary Centro is seeking a Data Engineer to design, develop, and maintain the data infrastructure that supports reporting, analytics, and business decision ...

Sriven Systems Inc.

data engineer

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$111K - $134K/yr

Data Engineer Des Moines, Iowa We are seeking a Data Engineer to build scalable, cloud-native data systems and automated pipelines. This role focuses on implementing serverless workflows and building ...

Aureon Consulting

Data Engineer

West Des Moines, IA · On-site

$113K - $135K/yr

Aureon Consulting is seeking an experienced Enterprise Data Engineer (Systems Analyst) to design and build scalable data and integration solutions that support enterprise analytics and business ...

Holmes Murphy

Data Engineer

West Des Moines, IA

$112K - $135K/yr

We are looking to add a Data Engineer to join our Information Technology team in West Des Moines, IA . Offering a forward-thinking, innovative, and vibrant company culture, along with the opportunity ...

Bespoke Labs

Data Engineer

Des Moines, IA

$111K - $134K/yr

Must-Have Skills 3+ years of data engineering experience -- pipelines, ETL, data modeling in production or research settings Strong Python proficiency (numpy, pandas, Parquet, HDF5 are daily tools ...

Bespoke Labs

Data Engineer

Sioux City, IA

$113K - $136K/yr

Must-Have Skills 3+ years of data engineering experience -- pipelines, ETL, data modeling in production or research settings Strong Python proficiency (numpy, pandas, Parquet, HDF5 are daily tools ...

Bespoke Labs

Data Engineer

Iowa City, IA · On-site

$99K - $119K/yr

Must-Have Skills 3+ years of data engineering experience -- pipelines, ETL, data modeling in production or research settings Strong Python proficiency (numpy, pandas, Parquet, HDF5 are daily tools ...

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As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for big data engineer in Iowa is $59.16, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50.34 and $66.59 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 Architect

Saicon Consultants

Des Moines, IA • On-site

$62.25 - $80/hr

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Here is our client looking for a Big Data Architect in Des Moines, IA for 3+ months contract. Someone with good Azure HD Insights experience or Hortonworks on Azure experience. We don't have complete job description for your review. But would like to know your interest. Thank you

Title: Big Data Architect

Location: Des Moines, IA

Duration: 10-12 Weeks

Description: Looking for a Big Data Architect, Someone with good Azure HD Insights experience or Hortonworks on Azure experience. Hortonworks stack. The stack will be stood up on Azure. We are ingesting and processing XML like proprietary data that is generated on premise as a the source. Source files are exposed via a file share location and a Hadoop listener will watch that location once detected will push them into HDFS and then perform data processing in Spark or Map reduce into Hive/ H-Base. Then we will have Informatica connect to these structure to perform ETL into an on premise Data warehouse. Since Informatica part will be developed by the Client team, it is an optional skill. But we will be exposing the data from Hortonworks Data Platform for Informatica to read and extract the data for it process.

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