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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.

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 ...

Transamerica

Sr Data Engineer

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

$112K - $134K/yr

Summary The Senior Data Engineer is responsible for the design, architecture and support of systems ... Three years of experience architecting, building, and administering big data and real-time ...

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NISC

Intern - Data Engineer

Cedar Rapids, IA · Hybrid

Interest in cloud platforms (especially AWS) and big data tools like Spark or Databricks * Exposure ... Learn from experienced engineers and mentors * Gain exposure to enterprise-level data architecture ...

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 ...

Vanquis

Data Engineer

Bradford, IA · On-site

$109K - $131K/yr

As a Data Engineer, you will transform raw information into dependable data products, joining cloud and on-premise sources and making data easier to find, understand and use. Your work will reduce ...

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Baker Group

Data Engineer

Ankeny, IA · On-site

$108K - $130K/yr

PURPOSE The Data Engineer is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the data pipelines and infrastructure that power Baker Group's Microsoft Fabric data warehouse, serving as the ...

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 ...

Baker Group

Data Engineer

Ankeny, IA · On-site

$107K - $128K/yr

The Data Engineer curates and maintains core datasets spanning employees, finance, construction and manufacturing projects, and service, and partners with the Data Scientist, Data Analyst, and ...

Quest Oracle Community

Data Engineer

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$64K - $173K/yr

Position Summary The Data Engineer will be responsible for delivering high quality modern data solutions through collaboration with our engineering, analysts, data scientist, and product teams in a ...

Emergent Staffing

Data Engineer

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

$112K - $135K/yr

Our client is seeking a Data Engineer to design, develop, and maintain the data infrastructure that supports reporting, analytics, and business decision-making across the organization. This role will ...

Rogers Freels & Associates Inc

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 ...

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As of Sep 14, 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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Infographic showing various Big Data Engineer job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $123,044 per year, or $59.2 per hour.

Big Data Architect

Des Moines, IA • On-site

Saicon Consultants
201 - 500 employees
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$62.25 - $80/hr

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Here is our client looking for a Big Data Architect in Des Moines, IAfor 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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