Mclean, VA · On-site
$115K - $139K/yr
Contract Tech stack: Python Pyspark node.js vue.js AWS EMR/Glue Lambda S3 SNS DynamoDB Databricks Description: Sr. Data Engineer Leads meetings with internal customers to determine data needs ...
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Mclean, VA · On-site
$115K - $139K/yr
Contract Tech stack: Python Pyspark node.js vue.js AWS EMR/Glue Lambda S3 SNS DynamoDB Databricks Description: Sr. Data Engineer Leads meetings with internal customers to determine data needs ...
Mountain View, CA · On-site
$63 - $68/hr
Data Infrastructure Engineer (6 month contract) Lunar Energy is looking for a Data Infrastructure Engineer to design, deploy, and maintain the hybrid infrastructure stack underpinning our enterprise ...
Mountain View, CA · On-site
$63 - $68/hr
Data Infrastructure Engineer (6 month contract) Lunar Energy is looking for a Data Infrastructure Engineer to design, deploy, and maintain the hybrid infrastructure stack underpinning our enterprise ...
Mountain View, CA · On-site
$63 - $68/hr
Data Infrastructure Engineer (6 month contract) Lunar Energy is looking for a Data Infrastructure Engineer to design, deploy, and maintain the hybrid infrastructure stack underpinning our enterprise ...
Mountain View, CA · On-site
$63 - $68/hr
Data Infrastructure Engineer (6 month contract) Lunar Energy is looking for a Data Infrastructure Engineer to design, deploy, and maintain the hybrid infrastructure stack underpinning our enterprise ...
$107K - $128K/yr
Data Engineer (6-Month Contract-to-Hire) Location: Onsite - Columbus, OH(local candidates only) Summary: We're hiring a Data Engineer for a 6-month contract-to-hire opportunity to lead data ...
$107K - $128K/yr
Data Engineer (6-Month Contract-to-Hire) Location: Onsite - Columbus, OH(local candidates only) Summary: We're hiring a Data Engineer for a 6-month contract-to-hire opportunity to lead data ...
Manhattan, NY · Remote
$60 - $72/hr
Data Engineer 4 Corner Resources is hiring Data Engineers for a leading healthcare organization ... Duration: 6-month contract-to-hire
Manhattan, NY · Remote
$60 - $72/hr
Data Engineer 4 Corner Resources is hiring Data Engineers for a leading healthcare organization ... Duration: 6-month contract-to-hire
$107K - $128K/yr
Data Engineer (6-Month Contract-to-Hire) Location: Onsite - Columbus, OH(local candidates only) Summary: We're hiring a Data Engineer for a 6-month contract-to-hire opportunity to lead data ...
$107K - $128K/yr
Data Engineer (6-Month Contract-to-Hire) Location: Onsite - Columbus, OH(local candidates only) Summary: We're hiring a Data Engineer for a 6-month contract-to-hire opportunity to lead data ...
Laurel, MD · On-site
$176K - $282K/yr
As a Software Data Engineer on our team, you will support one of the largest enterprise-wide engineering contracts within the Intelligence Community. This is a full-time position requiring 1880 hours ...
Laurel, MD · On-site
$176K - $282K/yr
As a Software Data Engineer on our team, you will support one of the largest enterprise-wide engineering contracts within the Intelligence Community. This is a full-time position requiring 1880 hours ...
Manhattan, NY · Remote
$60 - $72/hr
Data Engineer 4 Corner Resources is hiring Data Engineers for a leading healthcare organization ... Duration: 6-month contract-to-hire
Manhattan, NY · Remote
$60 - $72/hr
Data Engineer 4 Corner Resources is hiring Data Engineers for a leading healthcare organization ... Duration: 6-month contract-to-hire
Lake Mary, FL · Remote
$60 - $72/hr
Data Engineer 4 Corner Resources is hiring Data Engineers for a leading healthcare organization ... Duration: 6-month contract-to-hire
Lake Mary, FL · Remote
$60 - $72/hr
Data Engineer 4 Corner Resources is hiring Data Engineers for a leading healthcare organization ... Duration: 6-month contract-to-hire
Lake Mary, FL · Remote
$60 - $72/hr
Data Engineer 4 Corner Resources is hiring Data Engineers for a leading healthcare organization ... Duration: 6-month contract-to-hire
Lake Mary, FL · Remote
$60 - $72/hr
Data Engineer 4 Corner Resources is hiring Data Engineers for a leading healthcare organization ... Duration: 6-month contract-to-hire
Chicago, IL · On-site
$118K - $141K/yr
Contract Data Engineer with expertise in ETL development, Python, SQL, and cloud-based data processing, responsible for building and managing scalable data pipelines using Databricks, AWS, and modern ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$118K - $141K/yr
Contract Data Engineer with expertise in ETL development, Python, SQL, and cloud-based data processing, responsible for building and managing scalable data pipelines using Databricks, AWS, and modern ...
Laurel, MD · On-site
$176K - $282K/yr
As a Software Data Engineer on our team, you will support one of the largest enterprise-wide engineering contracts within the Intelligence Community. This is a full-time position requiring 1880 hours ...
Laurel, MD · On-site
$176K - $282K/yr
As a Software Data Engineer on our team, you will support one of the largest enterprise-wide engineering contracts within the Intelligence Community. This is a full-time position requiring 1880 hours ...
Laurel, MD · On-site
$176K - $282K/yr
As a Software Data Engineer on our team, you will support one of the largest enterprise-wide engineering contracts within the Intelligence Community. This is a full-time position requiring 1880 hours ...
Laurel, MD · On-site
$176K - $282K/yr
As a Software Data Engineer on our team, you will support one of the largest enterprise-wide engineering contracts within the Intelligence Community. This is a full-time position requiring 1880 hours ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
$35 - $38/hr
W2 Contract We are seeking an experienced Data Engineer with strong hands-on expertise in PySpark, Databricks, and AWS Redshift to join our data engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a ...
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Chicago, IL · On-site
$35 - $38/hr
W2 Contract We are seeking an experienced Data Engineer with strong hands-on expertise in PySpark, Databricks, and AWS Redshift to join our data engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a ...
Manhattan, NY · On-site
$75 - $82/hr
The start date is ASAP (targeting end of summer) for this long-term contract-to-hire position. Job Title: Data Engineer (AVP Level) Location-Type: Hybrid (3 days/week onsite in NYC, must be local ...
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Manhattan, NY · On-site
$75 - $82/hr
The start date is ASAP (targeting end of summer) for this long-term contract-to-hire position. Job Title: Data Engineer (AVP Level) Location-Type: Hybrid (3 days/week onsite in NYC, must be local ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$134K - $162K/yr
Syntricate Technologies is seeking a Data Engineer for a contract position. The role involves working with SQL and Snowflake, as well as understanding data pipelines and documentation of data ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$134K - $162K/yr
Syntricate Technologies is seeking a Data Engineer for a contract position. The role involves working with SQL and Snowflake, as well as understanding data pipelines and documentation of data ...
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
$111K - $133K/yr
Role: Data Engineer Location: Phoenix, AZ onsite Job Type: Contract * Experience with strong data engineering and big data concepts (Hadoop, SQL, Hive) * Hands-on experience with PySpark and Python
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
$111K - $133K/yr
Role: Data Engineer Location: Phoenix, AZ onsite Job Type: Contract * Experience with strong data engineering and big data concepts (Hadoop, SQL, Hive) * Hands-on experience with PySpark and Python
$130K - $156K/yr
Role: Data Engineer Location: Bay Area or Seattle Relocation Open Contract to Hire Min 9 years of experience required! Data Engineers with a strong background in Spark, Python/Java, Big Query, SQL ...
New
$130K - $156K/yr
Role: Data Engineer Location: Bay Area or Seattle Relocation Open Contract to Hire Min 9 years of experience required! Data Engineers with a strong background in Spark, Python/Java, Big Query, SQL ...
New
$130K - $156K/yr
Role: Data Engineer Location: Bay Area or Seattle Relocation Open Contract to Hire Min 9 years of experience required! Data Engineers with a strong background in Spark, Python/Java, Big Query, SQL ...
New
$130K - $156K/yr
Role: Data Engineer Location: Bay Area or Seattle Relocation Open Contract to Hire Min 9 years of experience required! Data Engineers with a strong background in Spark, Python/Java, Big Query, SQL ...
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Houston, TX · On-site
$109K - $131K/yr
DATA ENGINEER III CONTRACT LENGTH: 6 - 12 MONTH CONTRACT, LOOKING TO THEN CONVERT ONSITE 5 DAYS A WEEK IN DOWNTOWN HOUSTON OFFICE. LOOKING FOR HOUSTON LOCAL TALENT. NEED SENIOR CANDIDATES 12+ - 15 ...
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Houston, TX · On-site
$109K - $131K/yr
DATA ENGINEER III CONTRACT LENGTH: 6 - 12 MONTH CONTRACT, LOOKING TO THEN CONVERT ONSITE 5 DAYS A WEEK IN DOWNTOWN HOUSTON OFFICE. LOOKING FOR HOUSTON LOCAL TALENT. NEED SENIOR CANDIDATES 12+ - 15 ...
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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.
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.
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$115K - $139K/yr
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Role: Data Engineer.
Location: McLean VA -hybrid
Duration : Contract
Tech stack: Python Pyspark node.js vue.js AWS EMR/Glue Lambda S3 SNS DynamoDB Databricks
Description: Sr. Data Engineer Leads meetings with internal customers to determine data needs Requirements mapping and documentation to support engineering partners Metadata registration and data governance activities Configuring data quality rules and testing Coordinate ETL pipelines testing across multiple areas and validate results Strong communication skills - legacy Capital One business data engineers DFS team - what data is required to accomplish tasks Python SQL core analyst responsibilities building dashboards and reporting.
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Hamilton Square, NJ, US
