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Weekend Data Engineer Jobs in Massachusetts (NOW HIRING)

Data Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

$124K - $149K/yr

Data Engineer Location: Boston MA-Remote Rate: DOE Required Skills: Strong hands-on experience with Azure Databricks. Experience in Azure Data Factory (ADF). Proficient in Python programming and ...

Data Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

$124K - $149K/yr

Our client, a mid-size global investment firm with $75 Billion AUM, is seeking a talented full-time Data Engineer to join their Boston data engineering team where the impact will be immediate and ...

Data Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

$124K - $149K/yr

We are growing our Enterprise Data & Engineering team! Do you have a passion for data and a drive to build things that matter? We're looking for a Data Engineer to join our high-visibility Enterprise ...

Data Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site +1

$124K - $149K/yr

This position is ideal for an engineer who is passionate about data, eager to learn emerging technologies, and interested in growing their skills in Snowflake, Azure, and modern data engineering ...

Data Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site +1

$124K - $149K/yr

This position is ideal for an engineer who is passionate about data, eager to learn emerging technologies, and interested in growing their skills in Snowflake, Azure, and modern data engineering ...

Data Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

$124K - $149K/yr

About the Team RA Capital's Data Engineering team builds the enterprise data platform that powers research, investment, and operational workflows across the firm. Beyond traditional data pipelines ...

Data Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

$124K - $149K/yr

Summary The Data Engineer, Solutions & Data role designs, builds, and operates data pipelines and data integration processes that translate raw data into trusted, usable datasets for analytics ...

Data Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site +1

$124K - $149K/yr

This position is ideal for an engineer who is passionate about data, eager to learn emerging technologies, and interested in growing their skills in Snowflake, Azure, and modern data engineering ...

Data Engineer

Wakefield, MA · On-site

$120K - $145K/yr

The Data Engineer is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the data pipelines and integrations that power GEI's AI solutions and digital initiatives. This role focuses on ensuring ...

The Data Engineer is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the data pipelines and integrations that power GEI's AI solutions and digital initiatives. This role focuses on ensuring ...

Data Engineer

Boston, MA · Hybrid

$124K - $149K/yr

Summary The Data Engineer, Solutions & Data role designs, builds, and operates data pipelines and data integration processes that translate raw data into trusted, usable datasets for analytics ...

Data Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site +1

$31 - $64/hr

We're looking for a Data Engineer to help build and support scalable enterprise data pipelines and transformations in a modern cloud environment. This hybrid role in Boston offers the chance to work ...

Data Engineer

Wakefield, MA · On-site

$90K - $150K/yr

The Data Engineer is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the data pipelines and integrations that power GEI's AI solutions and digital initiatives. This role focuses on ensuring ...

Data Engineer

Burlington, MA · On-site

$124K - $149K/yr

We're looking for a hands-on Data Engineer to design, build, and optimize the data infrastructure that powers our internal engineering workflows. You'll build scalable pipelines that ingest and ...

Data Engineer

Acton, MA · On-site

$126K - $151K/yr

We are seeking an experienced Data Engineer to own and optimize end-to-end data pipeline operations across our Snowflake data warehouse environment. This is a highly technical, hands-on role focused ...

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Data Engineer

Acton, MA · On-site

$126K - $151K/yr

We are seeking an experienced Data Engineer to own and optimize end-to-end data pipeline operations across our Snowflake data warehouse environment. This is a highly technical, hands-on role focused ...

Data Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

$124K - $149K/yr

The Data Engineer will help Geode build a modern, cloud native data and analytics platform centered around technologies such as Python, DBT, Snowflake, and AWS. This role is based in our office in ...

Data Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

$124K - $149K/yr

About the Team RA Capital's Data Engineering team builds the enterprise data platform that powers research, investment, and operational workflows across the firm. Beyond traditional data pipelines ...

Data Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

$130K - $155K/yr

The Data Engineer will help Geode build a modern, cloud native data and analytics platform centered around technologies such as Python, DBT, Snowflake, and AWS. This role is based in our office in ...

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Weekend Data Engineer information

What is a weekend data engineer?

Weekend Data Engineers are professionals who work primarily on weekends to design, build, and maintain data systems and pipelines. Their responsibilities may include ensuring data flows smoothly between systems, managing databases, and supporting data analytics tasks during off-peak hours. This role is ideal for organizations that need data engineering support outside of standard business hours, such as companies with continuous operations or those processing large volumes of data over weekends. Weekend Data Engineers often collaborate remotely and may be part-time or contract workers.

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

To thrive as a Weekend Data Engineer, you need strong proficiency in data modeling, SQL, ETL processes, and programming languages like Python or Scala, typically supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with cloud platforms (such as AWS or Azure), data warehouse systems (like Redshift or Snowflake), and relevant certifications are often required. Excellent problem-solving, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently during off-hours are standout soft skills. These skills and qualities are crucial for maintaining reliable data pipelines, troubleshooting issues efficiently, and ensuring uninterrupted data services during weekend operations.

What are the typical expectations and work patterns for a weekend data engineer?

As a Weekend Data Engineer, you’ll generally be responsible for maintaining, optimizing, and troubleshooting data pipelines and infrastructure during the weekend hours when production systems still require support. This role often involves monitoring data flows, addressing urgent issues, and ensuring data availability for business needs that operate on a 24/7 basis. You may collaborate remotely with on-call team members or communicate hand-offs to weekday staff, so strong documentation and clear communication are key. Weekend shifts can offer flexibility but may also require independent problem-solving, as fewer team members are available for immediate support.

What is the difference between Weekend Data Engineer vs Part-Time Data Analyst?

AspectWeekend Data EngineerPart-Time Data Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's in CS, Data Science, or related field; experience with data pipelinesBachelor's in related field; skills in data analysis and visualization
Work EnvironmentTech companies, data-driven organizations, remote or on-siteBusiness, marketing, or finance sectors; often remote or part-time
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in industries needing weekend data processing or maintenanceUsed in roles requiring part-time data insights and reporting

The Weekend Data Engineer focuses on building and maintaining data pipelines during weekends, often requiring technical skills and experience with data infrastructure. In contrast, a Part-Time Data Analyst primarily interprets data, creates reports, and provides insights on a flexible schedule. Both roles are suitable for flexible work arrangements but serve different functions within data teams.

What are the most commonly searched types of Data Engineer jobs in Massachusetts?

The most popular types of Data Engineer jobs in Massachusetts are:

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What cities in Massachusetts are hiring for Weekend Data Engineer jobs?

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Infographic showing various Weekend Data Engineer job openings in Massachusetts as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution.

Data Engineer

Boston, MA • On-site

Georgia IT
IT Services • 51 - 200 employees

$124K - $149K/yr

Other

Posted 6 days ago


Job description

Job Title: Data Engineer
Location: Boston MA-Remote
Rate: DOE


Required Skills:

Strong hands-on experience with Azure Databricks.
Experience in Azure Data Factory (ADF).
Proficient in Python programming and scripting.
Strong SQL development experience with MS SQL Server (preferred).
Experience in designing and implementing ETL/ELT solutions.
Understanding of data warehousing concepts and data modeling.
Ability to troubleshoot and optimize data processing workloads.

Preferred Skills:

Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments using JIRA.
Experience with Azure DevOps, including source code management, branching strategies, and code check-ins.
Experience working with ServiceNow for incident, change, and service management processes.
Knowledge of CI/CD implementation for data engineering projects.
Exposure to cloud-native data architecture and best practices.

Experience Required:

5+ years of overall experience in Data Engineering and Data Integration.
3+ years of hands-on experience with Azure Data Services (ADF, Databricks).
Strong experience in SQL and Python-based development.
Educational Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
Preferred Certifications
Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate
Microsoft Azure Fundamentals
Databricks Certified Data Engineer (Preferred)

Key Competencies:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to work independently and within distributed teams.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Keywords: Databricks, Azure Data Factory (ADF), Python, SQL Server, Azure Data Engineering, ETL, ELT, Azure DevOps, JIRA, ServiceNow, Data Warehousing, Data Integration.


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A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES ORGANIZATION WITH A VISION OF DELIVERING SIMPLE AFFORDABLE, SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS FOR COMPLEX PROBLEMS WITH INTEGRITY. OUR GOAL IS TO ACHIEVE ALL THIS IN A COLLABRATIVE APPROACH WITH ALL PARTIES INVOLVED IN DELIVERING SOLUTIONS/PRODUCTS.

Industry

It services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Alpharetta, GA, US

Year founded

2007

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