What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr Data Engineer position at GuruSchools LLC?
Location: New York City (Onsite)
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Duration: Contract, potential for extension Key Highlights / Must-Haves
Hands-on experience with PySpark
Experience with Snowflake Cortex AI
Strong knowledge of modern Data Warehousing practices
Recent experience with React.js highly advantageous
Client is seeking a Senior Python and Snowflake Data Engineer to design, build, and optimize scalable data pipelines, implement Snowflake data models, and deliver end-to-end data engineering solutions. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve data quality, performance, and secure delivery of data products in complex enterprise environments.
Note: The client has an urgent need and is seeking candidates who can start immediately.
Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, build, and deploy high-performance data pipelines and backend services
Implement and optimize Snowflake data models and data marts
Deliver end-to-end data engineering solutions, including ingestion, processing, and delivery
Optimize performance, scalability, and cost of data workflows
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support complex business requirements
Support front-end applications with React.js where applicable (Preferred)
5 years in data engineering or backend development
Strong hands-on experience with Python, PySpark, and Snowflake
Proven expertise in Snowflake data modeling, performance tuning, and optimization
Experience with Snowflake Cortex AI or similar AI-enabled data platform capabilities
Solid understanding of modern data warehousing concepts (dimensional modeling, ELT/ETL, optimization strategies)
Advanced SQL skills for designing scalable data models
Experience delivering cloud-based end-to-end data engineering solutions (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Working knowledge of React.js for supporting data-driven front-end applications
Strong understanding of distributed data processing frameworks
Knowledge of data security, governance, and compliance best practices
Proven ability to collaborate effectively in complex enterprise environments