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... months contract Educational Qualifications: - Engineering Degree BE/ME/BTech/MTech/BSc/MSc ... Cloud & Data Platform : Develop and manage data solutions in Azure SQL Database . Work with ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$118K - $141K/yr
... months contract Educational Qualifications: - Engineering Degree BE/ME/BTech/MTech/BSc/MSc ... Cloud & Data Platform : Develop and manage data solutions in Azure SQL Database . Work with ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$109K - $148K/yr
... contracts, and solution briefs Rapid Prototyping & Solution Delivery Design and deliver working ... Data Engineering Build and deploy AI-powered features and pipelines that automate workflows ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
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Mccook, IL · On-site
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Mccook, IL · On-site
$114K - $137K/yr
Lead Data Engineer Hybrid Cook, IL Duration of the project : 3-4 Months Contract * Strong Experience in ETL / Data Warehouse * Strong Experience in Databricks, Unity Catalogue, Medallion Architecture ...
Westmont, IL · On-site
$106K - $144K/yr
... contracts, and solution briefs Rapid Prototyping & Solution Delivery Design and deliver working ... Data Engineering Build and deploy AI-powered features and pipelines that automate workflows ...
Westmont, IL · On-site
$106K - $144K/yr
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Westmont, IL · On-site
The Data Engineering team at JLL sits at the intersection of technology and business impact ... maps, API contracts, and solution briefs Rapid Prototyping & Solution Delivery • Design and ...
Westmont, IL · On-site
The Data Engineering team at JLL sits at the intersection of technology and business impact ... maps, API contracts, and solution briefs Rapid Prototyping & Solution Delivery • Design and ...
Westmont, IL · On-site
$106K - $144K/yr
The Data Engineering team at JLL sits at the intersection of technology and business impact ... maps, API contracts, and solution briefs Rapid Prototyping & Solution Delivery • Design and ...
Westmont, IL · On-site
$106K - $144K/yr
The Data Engineering team at JLL sits at the intersection of technology and business impact ... maps, API contracts, and solution briefs Rapid Prototyping & Solution Delivery • Design and ...
Arlington Heights, IL · Hybrid
$106K - $144K/yr
Collaborate with different teams on data contracts and schema agreements * Lead design and optimization of high-volume data pipeline. * Define and enforce data engineering standards - naming ...
Arlington Heights, IL · Hybrid
$106K - $144K/yr
Collaborate with different teams on data contracts and schema agreements * Lead design and optimization of high-volume data pipeline. * Define and enforce data engineering standards - naming ...
Chicago, IL · Hybrid
$109K - $148K/yr
Collaborate with different teams on data contracts and schema agreements * Lead design and optimization of high-volume data pipeline. * Define and enforce data engineering standards - naming ...
Chicago, IL · Hybrid
$109K - $148K/yr
Collaborate with different teams on data contracts and schema agreements * Lead design and optimization of high-volume data pipeline. * Define and enforce data engineering standards - naming ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$109K - $148K/yr
Senior Data Engineer Job Location ... Chicago, IL Job Type: Contract * Lead and manage end to end testing efforts for Salesforce ...
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Chicago, IL · On-site
$109K - $148K/yr
Senior Data Engineer Job Location ... Chicago, IL Job Type: Contract * Lead and manage end to end testing efforts for Salesforce ...
Arlington Heights, IL · On-site
$106K - $144K/yr
Collaborate with different teams on data contracts and schema agreements * Lead design and optimization of high-volume data pipeline. * Define and enforce data engineering standards - naming ...
Arlington Heights, IL · On-site
$106K - $144K/yr
Collaborate with different teams on data contracts and schema agreements * Lead design and optimization of high-volume data pipeline. * Define and enforce data engineering standards - naming ...
Berwyn, IL · Remote
$107K - $146K/yr
The Senior Data Engineer is responsible for analyzing, validating, cleansing, and performing ETL of ... This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
Berwyn, IL · Remote
$107K - $146K/yr
The Senior Data Engineer is responsible for analyzing, validating, cleansing, and performing ETL of ... This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
Chicago, IL · Remote
$109K - $148K/yr
The Senior Data Engineer is responsible for analyzing, validating, cleansing, and performing ETL of ... This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
Chicago, IL · Remote
$109K - $148K/yr
The Senior Data Engineer is responsible for analyzing, validating, cleansing, and performing ETL of ... This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
Chicago, IL · Hybrid
$57.50 - $76.75/hr
... their data from on-premise to AWS. Essential Functions * Implements and optimizes cloud-native ... Knowledge of mature engineering practices (CI/CD, testing, secure coding, etc.), plus software ...
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Chicago, IL · Hybrid
$57.50 - $76.75/hr
... their data from on-premise to AWS. Essential Functions * Implements and optimizes cloud-native ... Knowledge of mature engineering practices (CI/CD, testing, secure coding, etc.), plus software ...
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... detail-oriented Data Engineer to join our growing data team. The ideal candidate will be ... This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an ""at-will ...
$109K - $148K/yr
... detail-oriented Data Engineer to join our growing data team. The ideal candidate will be ... This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an ""at-will ...
$57.50 - $76.75/hr
Represent engineering in cross-functional team sessions and able to present sound and thoughtful ... Experience in data center operations, monitoring, alerting and notifications Minimum Qualifications
$57.50 - $76.75/hr
Represent engineering in cross-functional team sessions and able to present sound and thoughtful ... Experience in data center operations, monitoring, alerting and notifications Minimum Qualifications
Chicago, IL · On-site
$109K - $148K/yr
... detail-oriented Data Engineer to join our growing data team. The ideal candidate will be ... This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an ""at-will ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$109K - $148K/yr
... detail-oriented Data Engineer to join our growing data team. The ideal candidate will be ... This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an ""at-will ...
Chicago, IL · Hybrid
$57.50 - $76.75/hr
... their data from on-premise to AWS. Essential Functions * Implements and optimizes cloud-native ... Knowledge of mature engineering practices (CI/CD, testing, secure coding, etc.), plus software ...
New
Chicago, IL · Hybrid
$57.50 - $76.75/hr
... their data from on-premise to AWS. Essential Functions * Implements and optimizes cloud-native ... Knowledge of mature engineering practices (CI/CD, testing, secure coding, etc.), plus software ...
New
Chicago, IL · On-site
$118K - $141K/yr
... data contracts and context contracts for AI inputs (schemas, metadata requirements, freshness, citation expectations) • Ensure datasets and indexes are documented and reusable • Support ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$118K - $141K/yr
... data contracts and context contracts for AI inputs (schemas, metadata requirements, freshness, citation expectations) • Ensure datasets and indexes are documented and reusable • Support ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$85K - $108K/yr
Data Engineering * Own end-to-end data pipeline architecture. * Make infrastructure decisions ... Define and enforce SLAs, data contracts, and observability standards. * Solid understanding of ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$85K - $108K/yr
Data Engineering * Own end-to-end data pipeline architecture. * Make infrastructure decisions ... Define and enforce SLAs, data contracts, and observability standards. * Solid understanding of ...
Chicago, IL · On-site +1
$117K - $141K/yr
... engineers and cross-functional partners to ship reliable, production-grade AI data products. Key ... Apply established data contracts and context contracts for AI inputs (schemas, metadata ...
Chicago, IL · On-site +1
$117K - $141K/yr
... engineers and cross-functional partners to ship reliable, production-grade AI data products. Key ... Apply established data contracts and context contracts for AI inputs (schemas, metadata ...
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As a Data Engineer contractor, your day-to-day tasks often include designing, building, and maintaining data pipelines, implementing ETL processes, and preparing datasets for analytics or machine learning teams. You may be asked to collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and other engineers to understand data requirements and resolve technical issues. Contractors also frequently assess data quality, optimize performance, and document their work for seamless team integration. The role is fast-paced and may require you to quickly adapt to new projects or technologies, making it ideal for those who enjoy dynamic, project-based environments.
To thrive as a Data Engineer Contract, you need expertise in data modeling, ETL processes, and proficiency with programming languages such as Python or SQL, often supported by a degree in computer science or related field. Familiarity with big data platforms like Hadoop or Spark, experience with cloud services (AWS, GCP, or Azure), and certifications in relevant technologies are highly valued. Strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and the ability to work independently are crucial soft skills. These abilities ensure data engineers can efficiently design scalable pipelines, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate across teams to support data-driven decision-making.
A Data Engineer Contract job is a temporary or project-based role where a data engineer is hired for a specific duration to design, build, and maintain data pipelines and infrastructure. Contract data engineers often work with big data technologies, ETL processes, and cloud platforms to ensure data is efficiently processed and accessible. These roles can be short-term (a few months) or long-term (a year or more), depending on the project's needs. Contractors may work independently or as part of a larger data team, and they are typically paid hourly or per project rather than receiving a fixed salary and benefits like full-time employees.
Chicago, IL • On-site
$118K - $141K/yr
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Seeking a Senior Data Engineer with deep expertise in SQL Server, Azure SQL, and Databricks to design, optimize, and deliver scalable cloud-based data solutions supporting analytics and enterprise data platforms
Role - Sr. Data Engineer with strong SQL and Databricks experience
Interview process - Inperson ONLY
Experience: - 8+ Years
Location: - Chicago, IL (Hybrid 3 days' Work from Office)
Duration: - 6+ months contract
Educational Qualifications: -
Engineering Degree BE/ME/BTech/MTech/BSc/MSc.
Technical certification in multiple technologies is desirable.
Roles and Responsibilities
Database Development & Optimization: Design, develop, and maintain complex SQL Server and Azure SQL databases.
Write and optimize advanced T-SQL queries, stored procedures, functions, and views.
Perform query tuning, indexing strategies, and performance optimization for large-scale datasets.
Implement best practices for database security, data integrity, and reliability.
Cloud & Data Platform: Develop and manage data solutions in Azure SQL Database.
Work with Databricks (Apache Spark) to support data transformations, analytics, and largescale data processing.
Integrate Azure SQL with Databricks using Delta Lake, Spark SQL, and PySpark/SQL where applicable.
Support cloud-based data architectures and hybrid data environments.
Data Modelling & Warehousing: Design and maintain relational and dimensional data models.
Implement Slowly Changing Dimensions (SCD) and other data warehousing patterns.
Support ETL/ELT processes and collaborate with data engineering teams.
Collaboration & Leadership: Partner with application developers, data engineers, BI teams, and stakeholders to understand data requirements.
Provide guidance and mentoring to junior developers.
Participate in code reviews and enforce database development standards.
Troubleshoot production issues and provide root cause analysis.
Mandatory skills
10+ years of experience as a Database Developer or similar role.
Strong expertise in SQL Server and Azure SQL.
Advanced proficiency in T-SQL, including performance tuning and query optimization.
Hands-on experience with Databricks and Apache Spark.
Solid understanding of data warehousing concepts, dimensional modelling, and SCD.
Experience working in Azure cloud environments.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
