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AWS Data Engineer

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Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 1/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/1/2026
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Role: AWS Data Engineer

Location: Houston, TX (3 days/week onsite)

We are seeking a skilled AWS Data Engineer who has experience working with Python, SQL, Glue, and Airflow.

Responsibilities:

  • Design, build, and optimize ETLs using Python, SQL, Glue, Airflow, and other AWS services.
  • Develop and maintain ETL workflows using Python, SQL, and AWS-native tools.
  • Create SQL queries to segment, manipulate, and formatdata.
  • Provide Run/DevOps support for data services, ensuring high availability and performance.
  • Implement batch job scheduling and manage data dependencies using tools like Airflow or Step Functions.
  • Maintain documentation for data flows, incident resolution, and operational procedures.
  • Participate in on-call rotations and incident response for production systems.
  • Build automations to ingest, transfer, move, upload, and manipulatedata.
  • Build or maintain data ingestion pipelines that move data from source systems into Data Lake.
  • Create and manage data models to ensure data integrity and facilitate efficient data analysis.
  • Implement and maintain data security and compliance measures, including access controls, encryption, and data masking.
  • Ensure data quality, accuracy, and consistency through data validation, cleansing, and monitoring.

Requirements:

  • 5 years of experience in data engineering.
  • Strong proficiency in AWS services: S3, Glue, DMS.
  • Solid programming skills in Python and SQL.
  • Must have experience with Airflow.
  • Advanced SQL query development proficiency
  • Understanding of data modelling principles and techniques.
  • Knowledge of data security best practices and compliance requirements.

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