Advanced Cloud Data Engineer - Remote - Contract

Akkodis is seeking an Advanced Cloud Data Engineer for a Contract position, and this is a 100% Remote role. Ideally, the client is looking for applicants with a solid background in ETL, Python, Cloud, SSIS, and Databricks. Rate Range: $50 - $55 per hour. The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors. SUMMARY: We are looking for a Cloud Data Engineer to work with the Data Team at the client to help grow and modernize their analytics. As a Data Engineer, you will use tools such as Azure, Databricks, Snowflake, SQL, Python, and Power BI to engineer data pipelines and data models to enhance enterprise reporting and analytics. Specific competencies include: • Data Structures and Models - Designs and develops the overall database/data warehouse structure based on functional and technical requirements. Designs and develops data collection frameworks for structured and unstructured data. • Data Pipelines and ELT - Designs and applies data extraction, loading, and transformation techniques to connect large data sets from various sources. • Data Performance - Troubleshoots and fixes for data performance issues that come with querying and combining large volumes of data. Adjusts performance for the solution accordingly during initial development. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Complete analysis, design, and development of BI solutions • Database development primarily in SSIS, Databricks, and SQL • Collaborate with other developers to create and implement the best approach solution(s) • Review queries and troubleshoot for performance issues • Assist with the analysis and extraction of relevant information from large amounts of historical business data to feed data science initiatives • Participate and support the design and documentation of processes for large-scale data analyses, model development, model validation, and model implementation • Support and maintain a positive safety culture by following all safety policies and procedures and actively contributing to a safe working environment QUALIFICATIONS: • A bachelor’s degree in data Analytics, MIS, Computer Science, or a related area, and significant experience with data analytics, business intelligence design, and development. • 3+ years of experience in engineering within a data warehouse or related experience with dimensional data modeling. • 3+ years of experience designing and developing ETLs with tools like Microsoft SSIS (SQL Server Integration Services), Databricks, or Python. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Excellent organizational and time management skills. • Tested problem-solving and decision-making skills. • Experience working as part of an Agile Scrum team. If you are interested in this position, please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis, go to www.akkodis.com. If you have questions about the position, please contact Narendra Pratap at (213) 410-5211 or narendra.pratap@akkodis.com Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, term life insurance, short-term disability insurance, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client. To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit https://www.akkodis.com/en/privacy-policy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.