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Data Engineer

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Boulder, CO Contractor
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/17/2026
Description

A successful candidate for this role will manage and support our client's efforts to develop and maintain data assimilation software; working with the infrastructure team to provide data, workflow, and platform infrastructure support.

This position demands a strong understanding of Unix system programming, with a significant focus on data infrastructure including database application development (MySQL), web API development, and data pipelines. The role requires competencies in modern software engineering practices, including source code management, agile development methodologies, and issue tracking.

Essential Skills

Database application development and database administration.

HTTP REST API development and governance.

Python and shell scripting.

Data pipeline authoring and maintenance.

Advanced skill in UNIX system internals and environment management, including system organization and best practices.

AWS infrastructure, and infra-as-code systems such as Cloud Formation.

Ability to work effectively within a diverse and multidisciplinary team.

Preferred Skills

Experience with system programming languages including C, C , and Fortran.

Advanced skill with UNIX build system tools such as Autotools, Make, and CMake.

Knowledgeable of fundamental concepts of continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD).

Skilled in setup, management, and use of heterogeneous computing environments (HPC, cloud, workstations).

Excellent communication abilities, capable of explaining complex technical details to audiences with varying technical backgrounds.

Knowledgeable in object oriented and generic programming.

Desired but not Required

Experience working with HPC systems.

Experience working with several cloud service providers including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.

Knowledge of data pipeline/DAG (directed acyclic graph) concepts and their application in DA/NWP

Skills

Database administrator, mysql, aws, Cloud, engineering software, Software development, Development, unix, C, c , Fortran, Make, CMAKE, HPC, metadata

Top Skills Details

Database administrator,mysql,aws,Cloud,engineering software,Software development,Development,unix

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in computer-related field and extensive and progressive relevant experience, which is typically gained by eight to twelve years of experience.

Experience Level

Expert Level

We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected classification.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. This temporary role may be eligible for the following:

  • Medical, dental & vision
  • 401(k)/Roth
  • Insurance (Basic/Supplemental Life & AD&D)
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Boulder, CO.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $70.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Boulder,CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 2, 2026.

>About TEKsystems:

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems And TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

Salary : $55 - $70

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