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Senior Data Engineering Consultant

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Consultant, Software Engineering

Richmond, VA

What You'll Bring: * 3-5 years of experience in software or data engineering, ideally with exposure ... Developing consulting instincts -- you think about the client's problem, not just the engineering ...

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Consultant, Software Engineering

Nashville, TN · On-site

What You'll Bring: * 3-5 years of experience in software or data engineering, ideally with exposure ... Developing consulting instincts - you think about the client's problem, not just the engineering ...

West Monroe

Data Engineering Director

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Lead, mentor and grow data engineering consultants and actively participate in the career advisory and performance management process * Actively participate in recruiting and retaining top quality ...

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Data Engineering Director

Dallas, TX · On-site

Lead, mentor and grow data engineering consultants and actively participate in the career advisory and performance management process * Actively participate in recruiting and retaining top quality ...

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Data Engineering Director

Chicago, IL · On-site

Lead, mentor and grow data engineering consultants and actively participate in the career advisory and performance management process * Actively participate in recruiting and retaining top quality ...

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Manager, Data Engineering

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How much do data engineering consultant jobs pay per hour?

As of May 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for data engineering consultant in the United States is $44.89, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $30.29 and $60.10 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Data Engineering Consultant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Data Engineering Consultant, you need strong programming skills (e.g., Python, SQL), expertise in data modeling, and a background in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with cloud platforms (such as AWS, Azure, or GCP), ETL tools, and data warehousing systems is typically required, along with relevant certifications. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills help consultants effectively translate business needs into technical solutions and collaborate with stakeholders. These skills are crucial for designing robust, scalable data architectures that drive actionable insights and meet client objectives.

What are some common challenges faced by Data Engineering Consultants when working with clients, and how can they be addressed?

Data Engineering Consultants often encounter challenges such as integrating data from disparate sources, ensuring data quality, and aligning technical solutions with client business goals. Successfully addressing these issues involves strong communication skills to clarify requirements, a deep understanding of modern data platforms, and the ability to recommend scalable architectures. Building trust with stakeholders and proactively managing expectations are also key to overcoming obstacles and delivering impactful results.

What does a Data Engineering Consultant do?

A Data Engineering Consultant helps organizations design, build, and optimize systems for collecting, storing, and analyzing large volumes of data. They work with clients to understand their data needs, recommend appropriate technologies, and implement solutions that support data-driven decision making. Their role often includes integrating data from different sources, ensuring data quality, and optimizing data pipelines for performance and scalability. Data Engineering Consultants also provide guidance on best practices and may assist in training in-house teams.

What is the difference between Data Engineering Consultant vs Data Analyst?

AspectData Engineering ConsultantData Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's/Master's in CS, Data Science, or related; certifications like AWS, Azure, GCPBachelor's in Statistics, Math, or related; certifications like Microsoft Data Analyst
Work EnvironmentDesigning data pipelines, building infrastructure, working with cloud platformsAnalyzing data sets, creating reports, visualizations, and insights
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, consulting firms, finance, healthcareMarketing agencies, finance, retail, healthcare

While both roles work with data, Data Engineering Consultants focus on building and maintaining data infrastructure, whereas Data Analysts interpret data to provide insights. The roles often collaborate but require different skill sets and tools.

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Data Engineering Consultant

Data Engineering Consultant

Accenture

Birmingham, AL

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago

Accenture Federal Services rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

47th of 424 rated business services

Job description

Data Engineer - Consultant/Sr. Consultant
Our talented Data Engineering team is made up of globally recognised experts - and there's room for more analytical, innovative, client-driven data professionals. If you're passionate about helping clients make better data-driven decisions to tackle their most complex business issues, let's talk. Take your skills to a new level and launch a career where you can truly do what matters.

Come join us

As a member of the Data Engineering team, you'll have access to the research, knowledge, and tools to create leading-edge solutions across Avanade's Data & AI practice. The role of Data Engineer is perfect for ambitious technologists passionate about working with the latest Microsoft Fabric and / or Azure Databricks technologies to deliver modern, highly scalable data platforms for all our client's analytics and AI needs. Our clients look to us for innovation, which means you'll have early access to the latest technologies so you can master them and stay ahead of the curve.

Together we do what matters.

What you'll do

  • Design, development, and delivery of enterprise-grade analytics solutions based on Azure and Databricks technologies

  • Evangelise and evolve best practices for our clients and our team including to mentor your colleagues, supporting their personal development

  • Constantly developing technical skills in the latest Azure and Databricks technologies - achieving & maintaining relevant certifications

  • Working directly with high profile clients across a variety of sectors to understand their requirements and present solutions to customer sponsors

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Skills and experiences

  • Demonstrable end-to-end experience in Data Engineering, including large-scale projects

  • Experience in working with the latest Azure technologies, such as; Databricks, Microsoft Fabric, Data Factory, Azure Data Lake Storage (Gen 2), Purview, Cosmos DB, Open AI, Azure ML, AI Foundry, Kubernetes,

  • Understanding of software engineering tools and concepts including experience in Python, Scala or PySpark, database technologies, data modelling and SQL

  • Confident communicator who is able to explain technical terms to non-technical audiences and mentor junior colleagues

  • Leads small development teams: track work, manage assignments, manage capacity, etc.

About you

Characteristics that can spell success for this role

  • Analytical, curious, agile

  • Team player and good communicator

  • Problem-solver, patient, quality-driven

  • Self-motivating

  • Innovative mindset

Enjoy your career

Some of the best things about working at Avanade

  • Opportunity to work for Microsoft's Global Alliance Partner of the Year (14 years in a row), with exceptional development and training (minimum 80 hours per year for training and paid certifications)

  • Real-time access to technical and skilled resources globally

  • Collaborate with some of the brightest "Microsoft minds"

  • Build your expertise, solve problems, learn, and develop

Find out more about some of our benefits here.

A great place to work

As you bring your skills and abilities to Avanade, you'll get distinctive experiences, limitless learning, and ambitious growth in return.As we continue to build our diverse and inclusive culture, we become even more innovative and creative, helping us better serve our clients and our communities. You'll join a community of smart, supportive collaborators to lift, mentor, and guide you, and lean on your expertise. You get a company purpose-built for business-critical, leading-edge technology solutions, committed to improving the way humans work, interact, and live. It's all here, so take a closer look!

We work hard to provide an inclusive, diverse culture with a deep sense of belonging for all our employees. Visit our Inclusion & Diversity page.

Create a future for our people that focuses on

Expanding your thinking Experimenting courageously Learning and pivoting

Inspire greatness in our people by

Empowering every voice Encouraging boldness Celebrating progress

Accelerate the impact of our people by

Amazing the client Prioritizing what matters Acting as one

Learn more

To learn more about the types of projects our Data Engineering team works on check out these case studies:

  • thyssenkrupp Materials Services uses data to help strike a delicate operational balance

  • What matters to SSE Renewables is innovating for a sustainable future

Interested in knowing what's going on inside Avanade? Check out our blogs:

  • Avanade Insights - exchange ideas that drive tomorrow's innovation

  • Inside Avanade - explore what life is like working at Avanade

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