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Senior Data Engineer

Apex Systems
Charlotte, NC Contractor
POSTED ON 5/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/30/2026
Job#: 3035180

Job Description:

Senior Data Engineer

Location: Charlotte, NC/Plano, TX (Onsite)

Employment Type: Contract

Contract Duration: 12 Months

Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior Data Engineer to analyze, design, develop, and support applications that integrate with existing business components. This role involves developing solutions for new and existing project requirements, coordinating with business stakeholders to understand needs, and analyzing the impact of change requests. The position requires proactive communication on work progress and the swift resolution of application and process issues.

Key Responsibilities

  • Analyze, design, develop, enhance, and support integrated applications using established processes and technologies.
  • Develop and support new project requirements by coordinating with business teams to define and analyze needs.
  • Perform comprehensive analysis of application and process issues, including problem identification and coordination with support teams.
  • Communicate work progress to management, identifying and resolving potential issues to minimize project impact.
  • Develop complex Teradata SQL-based ETL and analytic workflows using native utilities such as BTEQ, TPT, and Fastexport.
  • Utilize Unix/Linux shell scripting and scheduling tools like Autosys for workflow automation.
  • Work with Big Data technologies including Hadoop, Hive, Sqoop, Impala, Kafka, and Python/Spark workloads.
  • Operate within a CI/CD based development and deployment framework using tools like JIRA and BitBucket.

Required Qualifications

Education: A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field is required.

Experience:

  • A minimum of 4 years of experience with end-to-end application development on Teradata data warehouse and analytical platforms.
  • A minimum of 2 years of experience with end-to-end application development on Big Data technologies, specifically Hadoop Hive and PySpark.

Technical Skills:

  • Extensive experience with Teradata SQL, including native utilities (BTEQ, TPT, Fastexport).
  • Proficiency in Unix/Linux shell scripting and job scheduling (e.g., Autosys).
  • Experience with Big Data tools such as Hadoop, Hive, Sqoop, Impala, Kafka, and Python/Spark/PySpark.
  • Working knowledge of CI/CD tools, including JIRA and BitBucket.
  • Strong command of SQL and Python.

Professional Skills:

  • Excellent written, verbal, and diagramming communication skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to work effectively in a global team environment and collaborate with business partners.
  • A positive attitude, flexibility, and a willingness to learn new skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Industry certifications in Teradata, Hadoop, or Big Data.
  • Experience conducting discussions with business owners to streamline requirements.
  • Background in preparing unit test plans, performing code reviews, and managing builds.

Compensation

The pay rate for this position is between $60.00 and $65.06 per hour.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.

If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.

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Everforth Apex is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. (Do not submit resumes or solicit consultants to this email address). UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex.

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