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Data Engineer

Optimus
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 4/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/15/2026

Our client is seeking a Data Engineer to design, build, and scale data infrastructure in a cloud-based environment. This role will develop robust data pipelines and enabling advanced analytics across the business.

Responsibilities:

  • Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and workflows using AWS services
  • Develop and optimize data models and storage solutions within Redshift
  • Leverage AWS Glue for ETL processes and data integration across multiple sources
  • Support advanced analytics and machine learning workflows using SageMaker

Experience / Skills:

  • Strong experience as a Data Engineer with hands-on expertise in AWS (Glue, Redshift, SageMaker)
  • Proficiency in building and optimizing ETL pipelines and large-scale data architectures
  • Experience with Python for data processing and pipeline development
  • Nice-to-have: Terraform, and exposure to TypeScript/React for front-end dashboards or data applications

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must not require employer sponsorship now or in the future. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship, and the company will not assume sponsorship obligations for existing visa holders.

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