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Hirekeyz Inc

Data Engineer

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$117K - $140K/yr

Duration: Long Term Contract Positions Require a Secret Clearance The Data Engineer role requires a ... AWS Data Analytics * IBM Data Architect * CompTIA DataSys+ certifications Security Clearance ...

IBM

Data Engineer

Yorktown, TX · On-site

$94K - $113K/yr

Introduction IBM Quantum is building the world's leading quantum computing systems, software, and cloud services. The Data Engineer in this role will design and operate the data pipelines that power ...

IBM

Associate Data Engineer 2027

Austin, TX · On-site

$113K - $136K/yr

IBM's culture of internal mobility means you'll have the freedom to explore new technologies ... As a Data Engineer, you'll tackle obstacles related to database integration and untangle complex ...

IBM

Associate Data Engineer 2027

Dallas, TX · On-site

$113K - $136K/yr

IBM's culture of internal mobility means you'll have the freedom to explore new technologies ... As a Data Engineer, you'll tackle obstacles related to database integration and untangle complex ...

IBM

Associate Data Engineer 2027

Chicago, IL · On-site

$118K - $141K/yr

IBM's culture of internal mobility means you'll have the freedom to explore new technologies ... As a Data Engineer, you'll tackle obstacles related to database integration and untangle complex ...

IBM

NC · On-site

$15 - $19.50/hr

IBM's culture of internal mobility means you'll have the freedom to explore new technologies ... As a Data Engineer, you'll tackle obstacles related to database integration and untangle complex ...

IBM

Data Engineer - Data & Analytics Platforms

Boston, MA · On-site

$87 - $128/hr

At IBM Consulting UK FutureNow, you'll build a career at the forefront of hybrid cloud and AI ... Your role and responsibilities As a Senior Data Engineer within Data & Analytics Platforms, you ...

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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract ibm data engineer in the United States is $129,716.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $114,500.00 and $137,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Ibm Data Engineer vs Contract Spark Data Engineer?

AspectContract Ibm Data EngineerContract Spark Data Engineer
Required CredentialsTypically requires IBM certifications, SQL, Python, and data engineering skillsRequires Spark certifications, SQL, Python/Scala, and data processing skills
Work EnvironmentOften in enterprise settings using IBM Cloud, Watson, or IBM DataStageCommonly in big data environments using Apache Spark on cloud or on-premises
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by organizations leveraging IBM data platforms in finance, healthcare, and enterprise sectorsUsed by companies focusing on big data analytics, AI, and scalable data processing

The main difference between a Contract Ibm Data Engineer and a Contract Spark Data Engineer lies in the technology stack and platform focus. IBM Data Engineers work primarily with IBM-specific tools and cloud services, while Spark Data Engineers focus on big data processing with Apache Spark. Both roles require strong data engineering skills, but their platform expertise and typical industry applications differ.

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Infographic showing various Contract Ibm Data Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 60% Full Time, and 40% Contract. Highlights an 80% In-person, and 20% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $129,716 per year, or $62.4 per hour.

Data Engineer

Hirekeyz Inc

Fairfax, VA • On-site

$117K - $140K/yr

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Job description

Role: Data Engineer

Location: Onsite in Fairfax, VA 3 days and in Washington, DC 2 days per week.

Duration: Long Term Contract

Positions Require a Secret Clearance

JOB DESCRIPTION


The Data Engineer role requires a candidate with 10 years of expertise in database development, engineering, modernization, and data virtualization. The role includes leading complex data migration efforts, building scalable data pipelines, engaging directly with business users, and supporting enterprise O&M operations. This role requires strong technical architecture skills, modern data engineering practices, and the ability to deliver robust, secure, and high‑performance data solutions across hybrid and cloud environments.

Primary Responsibilities: 

  • Architect and develop scalable data models, curated datasets, and analytics-ready structures for reporting, BI, machine learning, and operational workloads.
  • Implement modern data architectures including data lakes, data warehouses, and data virtualization layers.
  • Lead large-scale data migration projects involving legacy-to-modern platforms, cloud migrations, cross-database transfers, and multi-environment synchronization.
  • Develop migration plans, ETL pipelines, scripts, and automated workflows ensuring accuracy, integrity, and minimal downtime.
  • Conduct pre‑migration assessments, risk analysis, and post‑migration validation.
  • Oversee O&M activities for enterprise data ecosystems, including pipeline reliability, job orchestration, monitoring, and optimization.
  • Establish automated workflows for data refresh cycles, error handling, lineage tracking, and performance tuning.
  • All other duties as assigned by management.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a technical field
  • 15+ years in computer science and database development, modernization, and data virtualization
  • 8+ years in project planning, business analysis and user engagement.
  • Experience performing data migrations from legacy data stores on-premise to AWS GovCloud
  • Experience with cloud-based architecture, preferably AWS data services (RDS, Aurora, DynamoDB, Redshift, Glue, DMS) and AWS Data Analytics.
  • Strong scripting capabilities (Python, PowerShell, Bash) for automation and migration tasks.
  • Excellent communication and management skills.

Certifications Preferred:

  • AWS Data Analytics
  • IBM Data Architect
  • CompTIA DataSys+ certifications

Security Clearance Requirements:

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • Must have an active DoD Secret clearance.

Work Location:

3 days in Fairfax, VA, 2 days in Washington, D.C.