New

Data Engineer

TEKsystems
$65.00 - $80.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, New York, New York
Mar 06, 2026
Data Engineer Length: 6 months Onsite: NY, NY Top Skills * At least 3 years of professional experience building and optimizing ETL data pipelines, structured file transfers (e.g., FTP/SFTP or cloud warehouse sharing), and data validation routines. * Expertise in secure data transfer models (e.g., SFTP, cloud-based direct sharing) and data warehouse solutions (e.g., Snowflake and equivalents). * Strong technical background in data engineering tools (e.g.,* R, SQL, Python, command-line scripting) with demonstrated experience optimizing large-scale production environments. Job Description* The Data Engineer will provide guidance and support for automating, simplifying, and modernizing existing proprietary data series and data tools, as well as advising and supporting the creation of new data products and infrastructure. The position will work closely with the Indicators, Labor Markets, and IT teams to design and develop pipelines for data ingestion, data transformations, and production deliverables. The role will leverage Python, R, SQL, and cloud-based storage and computing tools to improve data reliability, processing efficiency, and transparency across data workflows. The ideal candidate has experience managing large, third-party-sourced datasets and in building reproducible ETL pipelines to support production-ready research products. Job responsibilities * Plan and program streamlined data pipelines for HWOL job posting data, including for data ingestion (via Snowflake, SFTP, or similar), aggregation logic, and internal data management. * Advice on the design of various database architectures (e.g. local and cloud-based warehouse), evaluating available vendor solutions and supporting implementation of cost-effective data processes. * Develop automated processes for auditable diagnostics and exception-handling to identify data anomalies and production failures to ensure data completeness and consistency. * Propose new and revised code components to improve production efficiency and reliability, such as parallel processing, scheduled loads, and quality monitoring of deliverables. * Document data processes, schemas, and operational dependencies to improve institutional knowledge, onboarding, and long-term maintainability of data product systems. * Help with automating and modernizing existing processes. * Use machine learning to help us refine and build new data series, data tools, and platforms. * Provide suggestions and guidance on how to better plan, structure, and execute data projects. Required Skills & Qualifications * At least 3 years of professional experience building and optimizing ETL data pipelines, structured file transfers (e.g., FTP/SFTP or cloud warehouse sharing), and data validation routines. * Expertise in secure data transfer models (e.g., SFTP, cloud-based direct sharing) and data warehouse solutions (e.g., Snowflake and equivalents). * Strong technical experience in data engineering tools (e.g., R, SQL, Python, command-line scripting) with demonstrated experience optimizing large-scale production environments. * Ability to help code and execute machine learning processes (e.g., LLM, NLP) * Familiarity with AI-supported data visualization solutions is preferred. * Familiarity with economic or financial market datasets is preferred. * Strong documentation, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with economists and non-technical stakeholders. ** Bachelor's required; Advanced degree preferred in data science, computer science/engineering, information systems, or a similar field. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of New York, NY. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $65.00 - $80.00/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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in New York,NY. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Mar 6, 2026. h4>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.