Senior Data Engineer / Software Engineer (Data-Driven Applications)

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Job Title - Senior Data Engineer / Software Engineer (Data-Driven Applications)

Job Location Type Remote

Location Remote

Job type 6-month contract with potential for contract-to-hire

Shift Schedule 1st shift

Number of Openings - 3

Job Description:

About The Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Engineer / Software Engineer to design and deliver scalable, data-driven applications that combine robust data pipelines with modern application architecture. This role offers the opportunity to influence system design, mentor team members, and work on high-impact solutions in a collaborative, agile environment.

What Success Looks Like

• Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable, data-centric applications
• Build and manage reliable data pipelines integrated with application components
• Apply strong architecture and design principles across software and data layers
• Collaborate with developers, architects, and stakeholders to align solutions with business and data strategies
• Support deployment, monitoring, and operational stability in cloud or managed environments
• Continuously evaluate and adopt emerging technologies and best practices in data engineering and application development

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in software development and/or data engineering

• Strong participation in architecture and design discussions, especially around data platforms and application integration

• Proficiency in one or more of the following: Python, Scala, SQL, C#

• Deep understanding of:

• Data engineering principles

• Microservices architecture

• APIs and integration patterns

• Hands-on experience with SQL and NoSQL databases, including data modeling and transformations

• Experience deploying and scaling applications on cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud)

Nice to Have

• Experience with Databricks
• Knowledge of Docker and containerization
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, agile environment
• Proven leadership skills, including mentoring team members and driving technical decisions