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Part Time Data Engineer Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Test Engineer

Oxnard, CA · On-site

$86.90K - $198K/yr

You'll analyze recorded and calculated test data and assess for quality prior to release to data ... Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible ...

Explainable AI Engineer

Palo Alto, CA · On-site +1

$114.90K - $157.30K/yr

Automation of data wrangling and cleansing towards scalability * Aerospace grade V&V for mission ... You will have an opportunity to start as a contractor (preferred; full-time or part-time, at least ...

AI Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$77.60K - $176K/yr

You Have: * 2+ years of experience with artificial intelligence, data science, machine learning ... Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible ...

Electrical Engineer - EIT

Irvine, CA · On-site

$80K - $112K/yr

Assists with collecting data and gathering information to support design decisions. * Performs ... Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to ...

Electrical Engineer - EIT

Roseville, CA · On-site

$80K - $112K/yr

Assists with collecting data and gathering information to support design decisions. * Performs ... Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to ...

Electrical Engineer - EIT

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$80K - $112K/yr

Assists with collecting data and gathering information to support design decisions. * Performs ... Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to ...

Electrical Engineer - EIT

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$80K - $112K/yr

Assists with collecting data and gathering information to support design decisions. * Performs ... Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to ...

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How much do part time data engineer jobs pay per year?

As of May 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for part time data engineer in California is $128,018.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $113,000.00 and $135,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Part Time Data Engineer job?

A Part-Time Data Engineer is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining data pipelines and databases on a reduced-hour basis. They work with structured and unstructured data to ensure efficient storage, retrieval, and processing, often collaborating with data analysts and scientists. This role is ideal for professionals seeking flexible work arrangements while still contributing to data infrastructure and analytics. Part-time data engineers may work as freelancers, consultants, or employees with reduced-hour contracts. Their responsibilities can vary based on company needs but typically involve ETL processes, cloud data management, and performance optimization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Part Time Data Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Part Time Data Engineer, you need strong programming skills (usually in Python, SQL, or Scala), a solid understanding of data warehousing concepts, and experience with ETL pipelines, typically supported by a relevant degree or equivalent experience. Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, and relevant certifications such as Google Professional Data Engineer or AWS Certified Data Analytics, are highly valued. Effective time management, problem-solving abilities, and clear communication are standout soft skills for this flexible role. These skills are crucial because they enable part-time data engineers to efficiently deliver reliable data solutions while collaborating across teams in dynamic work environments.

What types of projects and responsibilities can I expect as a Part Time Data Engineer?

As a Part Time Data Engineer, you might work on projects such as developing and maintaining data pipelines, optimizing database performance, and preparing data for analytics and reporting. Responsibilities often include extracting, transforming, and loading (ETL) data, collaborating with data analysts and scientists, and troubleshooting data-related issues. You may also help implement data quality checks or participate in cloud migration initiatives. The scope of your work will typically be focused and project-based, making sure your contributions have a tangible impact within a flexible schedule.
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Part-time Faculty, B.S. Manufacturing Design Engineering Technology

Part-time Faculty, B.S. Manufacturing Design Engineering Technology

National University System

San Diego, CA • On-site

$26.63 - $28.89/hr

Part-time

Posted 19 days ago


Job description

Compensation Range:
Hourly: $26.63 - $28.89
National University - San Diego, California
Part-time Faculty: B.S. Manufacturing Design Engineering Technology
Location: Hybrid: San Diego, CA
National University is a veteran-founded, San Diego-based nonprofit. Since 1971, our mission has been to provide accessible higher education to adult learners. Today, we educate a diverse student body from across the U.S. and around the globe, with more than 230,000 alumni worldwide. Our three schools and three colleges offer more than 200 accredited and licensed graduate and undergraduate programs. National University holds accreditation through the Western Senior College and Universities Commission (WSCUC).
Position Summary
The Department of Engineering, Data, and Computer Sciences, in the College of Business, Engineering and Technology at the National University invites applications for part-time faculty with a specialization in Manufacturing Design Engineering Technology. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated record of, or potential for excellence in, the following: teaching in their field, a commitment to serving the university's diverse adult student body, and related scholarship and/or researchThis position primarily works closely with the Academic Program Director and other faculty within the program and contributes to ensuring program quality, student engagement, and success.
Essential Job Duties:
  • Provide substantive, timely feedback to students on various assessment activities.
  • Maintain a positive, safe, inclusive student-centric learning environment.
  • Complete required tasks on deadlines (e.g., final grades, assessment, grading rubrics, input for grade appeals, etc.)
  • Maintain appropriate professional training and/or scholarly activities, when applicable.
  • Provide feedback to the course lead regarding the course content.
  • Identify at-risk students and collaborate with student services.

Qualifications:
Required:
  • MS in Mechanical Engineering or very closely related field required. Degree must be from a regionally accredited university.
  • Significant expertise in the use of SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and MATLAB software in Design Engineering required. Experience in teaching use SolidWorks, AutoCAD and MATLAB desired.
  • 3 years of industry experience in designing, engineering and manufacturing complex engineering devices, product life cycles and engineering systems products preferred.
  • 3 years of higher education teaching experience preferred teaching adult learners the theoretical foundations, hands-on experience, and teaming skills required for effective conceptual, logistical, developmental, and interdisciplinary design of complex engineering devices, product life cycles, and engineering systems.
  • Other: Significant expertise required in two or more of the following areas: materials and manufacturing; human factors in engineering; reliability engineering; product design optimization; concurrent design engineering; and design and analysis of experiments

Preferred:
  • PH.D. in Manufacturing Design or very closely related field strongly preferred.

For full consideration, interested candidates should provide the following.
  • A cover letter.
  • A curriculum vita.
  • Statement of teaching experience online and/or onsite for a diverse student body

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Candidate receiving offers will be offered a salary/pay rate commensurate with experience that vary based on a candidate's qualifications, skills, and competencies. Absent exceptional circumstances, candidates will be offered a salary within this range for this position. Base pay is one component of National University's total rewards package, as we are dedicated to supporting the needs of the "whole you" with our holistic approach to employee benefits by offering comprehensive well-being benefits for you and your family. For full details about our benefit plan offerings, please visit benefits.nu.edu. For part-time positions, please click here.
National University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant per applicable federal, state and local laws. At NU, a mix of highly talented, innovative, and creative people come together to make the impact of a lifetime for each of our student learners. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment, education, and admission at National University.