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Junior Big Data Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Big Data Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$57.50 - $76/hr

Our client, a premier investment bank, is looking for a Big Data Engineer to join their growing team in Chicago, IL. Currently our client spends a lot of time trying to answer client's questions by ...

Big Data Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$60 - $79.50/hr

Company Description Intelliswift Software, Inc As a Big Data Engineer, you will be an integral member of our threat intelligence service, i.e. auto focus, team responsible for architecture, design ...

Big Data Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$64.25 - $84.75/hr

Big Data, Strategy and Business Architecture, Systems Engineering, Enterprise cloud services and solutions, PMO services, Innovation, R&D, Business Process and Improvements, and Software Engineering.

Big Data Engineer

Arlington, VA

$64.25 - $84.75/hr

Big Data, Strategy and Business Architecture, Systems Engineering, Enterprise cloud services and solutions, PMO services, Innovation, R&D, Business Process and Improvements, and Software Engineering.

Sr. Big Data Engineer

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$54.50 - $72/hr

Big Data Engineer Location: Charlotte, NC (onsite) Duration : 12 months ext. Job Type: W2 contract We are seeking Big Data Engineer to join our Enterprise Data & Analytics team. In this role, you ...

Sr. Big Data Engineer

Weehawken, NJ · On-site

$60.50 - $80.25/hr

Sr. Big Data Engineer Weehawken, NJ Strong Banking Domain experience is required Only Local candidates to NJ/NY Position type: W2 contract. Our Challenge * As a Big Data Engineer, candidate will be ...

Big Data Engineer

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

$54.50 - $72/hr

Overview: Big Data Engineer Joining Location: Remote due to Covid but eventually (Alpharetta, GA) # of Positions: 1 Client is a leading provider of platforms, digital innovation, artificial ...

Big Data Engineer

Reston, VA

$58 - $76.75/hr

Big Data Engineer_49415 Location: Reston, VA Duration: Full Time Description: * 6+ years of hands on experience and strong and deep knowledge of Java application development * Experience processing ...

Big Data Engineer

New York, NY · Remote

$57 - $75.50/hr

Does NOT want a machine learning engineer, wants a big data engineer Required Skills: * 5-10 years of experience * Python, Airflow, PySpark, Spark SQL, Spark Streaming, Scala, Relational/No SQL ...

Big Data Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$63.25 - $83.50/hr

Big Data Engineer Location: Washington, DC Duration: 6 Months Face to Face Must (NO SKYPE) must be Locals to VA/MD/DC Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer or Electrical Engineering ...

Big data engineer - Python

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$54.50 - $72/hr

We are looking for a Big Data Engineer for an onsite position located in Charlotte, NC, Denver, CO, Jacksonville, FL and Chicago, IL This is a 12+ month W2 contract opportunity. Summary: Join a ...

Big Data Engineer[Hybrid]

Dallas, TX · On-site

$55.25 - $73/hr

Skills Needed: Big Data, Spark SQL, Scala code, GCP Local to FL/TX/GA Position: Big Data Engineer Location: Temple Terrace, FL / Irving, Dallas TX / Alpharetta, GA (Hybrid - 3 Days in a Week Onsite ...

Big Data engineer

Naples, NC · On-site +1

$53.25 - $70.50/hr

If you want to know more about Big Data, artificial intelligence or machine learning and how they are changing the world, your place is here! We are an engineering and innovation company working in ...

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How much do junior big data engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior big data engineer in the United States is $71,799.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,500.00 and $80,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a junior big data engineer do?

A Junior Big Data Engineer helps design, develop, and maintain data pipelines and infrastructure to process large datasets efficiently. They work with big data technologies like Hadoop, Spark, and cloud platforms, assisting in data collection, storage, and analysis. Their responsibilities often include writing ETL processes, optimizing queries, and ensuring data quality. Typically, they collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and senior engineers to support business insights and decision-making.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a junior big data engineer?

To thrive as a Junior Big Data Engineer, you need a foundational understanding of programming (especially in Python, Java, or Scala), data structures, and basic database concepts, usually supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Experience with big data tools such as Hadoop, Spark, and SQL databases, as well as familiarity with cloud platforms and relevant certifications, is highly beneficial. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, effective communication, and a willingness to learn are key soft skills. These abilities enable you to manage, process, and analyze large datasets effectively while collaborating in dynamic, data-driven teams.

What types of projects or tasks can a junior big data engineer expect to work on?

As a Junior Big Data Engineer, you can expect to assist with the development and maintenance of data pipelines, support data ingestion processes, and help prepare datasets for analysis or reporting. You'll typically collaborate with senior engineers and data scientists, learning to optimize data workflows and troubleshoot issues within the big data infrastructure. Common tasks may include running ETL jobs, writing scripts to automate data processing, and contributing to data quality improvements. This role offers valuable hands-on learning opportunities and exposure to real-world big data challenges in a team-oriented environment.

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Big Data Engineer

LiniumIT

Chicago, IL • On-site

$57.50 - $76/hr

Full-time

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Job description

Our client, a premier investment bank, is looking for a Big Data Engineer to join their growing team in Chicago, IL.

Currently our client spends a lot of time trying to answer client's questions by logging in to several disparate data sources. It is estimated each support analyst spends about an hour every day answering client's questions. The goal of the project is to provide clients access to the data so they can access the data themselves.

Role to be played by the consultant/contractor:

  • Work with the business, understand and review technical requirements
  • Design and develop end to end solution
  • Ability to pick right technology for the execution of project

Profile

  • Hands on experience working with tools in Big Data ecosystem
  • Hands on experience in building Kafka streaming application in Java
  • Hands on experience in building Spark applications in Java or Scala
  • Hands on experience in working with NoSQL databases
  • Full stack Java developer
  • Hands on experience in building production applications using Node.js and React


Environment History of Project:

  • Cross Asset Query Tool will bring low latency query capabilities to our Cross Asset data