Data Engineer

MARS Solutions Group is looking for an experienced Data Engineer. Our client is an insurance firm looking for high-quality talent to make a difference. They are known to respect a traditional work week and often extend contracts for added job security and stability.

The Senior Data Engineer (DevOps/AWS Migration) - HR workforce data analytics: is responsible for designing, developing, deploying, and supporting cloud based data and software solutions across the full software development lifecycle, adhering to centrally governed CI/CD pipelines and company development standards. This role partners closely with cross functional team members to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, conduct thorough code reviews, and contribute to architectural and technical decision making while continuously recommending improvements to development and integration practices. The engineer applies strong expertise in AWS, Python, Spark, SQL, data integration patterns (ETL/ELT, event streaming, and real time processing), infrastructure as code, containerization, and DevOps methodologies to deliver reliable, scalable, and high quality solutions, effectively communicating complex concepts to both technical and non technical audiences and maintaining a strong focus on data quality, operational excellence, and production stability.

Develop and deploy applications following the software development life cycle within the guidelines and controls of company development pipeline process

Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues that may arise during the development and deployment of technical projects

Conduct thorough code reviews to ensure compliance with established coding standards and best practices

Has an evolving understanding of system-wide architectural challenges

Contribute to technical discussions and decision-making processes within the team

Interacts and aligns with members of the team on technical approach

Recommend efficiencies to current established development and continuous integration practices

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

4 years professional AWS experience

4 years of experience working with modern engineering tools, languages and practices

Proven track record of delivering significant and impactful technology solutions

2 years' professional experience with Data Integration Patterns and Tooling including ELT/ETL, EII, Replication, Event Streaming and Virtualization to support batch and real-time data needs.

Code Knowledge: Python, Apache Spark, SQL.

Experience with Agile methodologies/DevOps environment.

Strong understanding of database structures, theories, principles, and practices.

Strong understanding of Data Quality and Data Concepts.

Experience with cloud-based development, including PaaS and SaaS, and Docker and/or

Kubernetes, Infrastructure as Code and Terraform

Exposure to and understanding of CICD pipelines. Ours are centrally governed

Exposure/Understanding of automated testing concepts: unit testing and Test-Driven Development

Ability to communicate effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences

Understanding of design patterns and architecture

Strong passion for operational excellence, problem-solving, and ownership in achieving challenging objectives

Demonstrated commitment to high standards of reliability, performance, and production stability in team-owned applications and services

Experience refining features, defining solutions, and decomposing work into actionable stories for agile teams

Ability to remain focused and overcome challenges to deliver features within committed timelines

Track record of identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and leading initiatives that enhance team performance

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

3 5 years of professional software development experience

3 5 years working with modern software engineering tools such as Kubernetes and AWS Lambda

Proficiency in Domain Data Modeling and API-first design practices

Proven track record of designing and delivering significant, impactful technology solutions

Strong communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences, adapting communication style and detail as appropriate

Strong understanding of Data Quality and Data Concepts

Experience with cloud-based development, including PaaS and SaaS, and containerization tools such as Docker and/or Kubernetes

Familiarity with centrally governed CICD pipelines

Understanding of automated testing concepts, including unit testing and Test-Driven Development

About MARS Solutions Group: MARS Solutions Group provides a range of opportunities for meaningful work by understanding that employment fit is a combination of people, process, and technology. We leverage our experienced and compassionate team to bring humanity to matching you with the right advanced technology role, and stay connected with you to help you attain your professional goals.

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