AWS Data Engineer

JustinBradley’s client, a leading source of mortgage financing, is seeking a highly skilled AWS Data Engineer. The ideal candidate will have deep hands-on experience in building, automating, and supporting large-scale data and infrastructure solutions using AWS services and big data technologies. You will play a key role in designing and managing cloud-native data workflows, implementing infrastructure as code, and supporting mission-critical production environments in a rotating 24/7 capacity. Must be local to Reston, VA for their hybrid work environment. Responsibilities: • Design, build, and manage scalable data pipelines using Spark, PySpark, AWS Glue, and Amazon EMR/Hadoop. • Develop and maintain infrastructure as code using Terraform, CloudFormation, and GitLab CI/CD pipelines. • Automate provisioning, configuration, and deployment of AWS services including EC2, SSM, CloudWatch, and Lambda. • Write efficient Python and shell scripts to support automation and data processing needs. • Provide production support, troubleshooting system issues, and ensuring high availability and performance. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver technical solutions that meet business needs. • Create and maintain detailed documentation and conduct technical presentations as needed. • Follow security, compliance, and operational best practices within cloud environments. Requirements: • Hands-on experience with core AWS services (EC2, SSM, CloudFormation, CloudWatch, Lambda). • Strong experience with big data tools such as Spark, Amazon EMR, Hadoop, and AWS Glue. • Proficiency in Python and Unix shell scripting. • Hands-on experience building reusable Terraform modules and managing infrastructure using infrastructure as code. • Experience automating operational workflows using tools like GitLab, Ansible, and Python. • Proven ability to support and troubleshoot production environments in a 24/7 rotation. • Excellent communication, time management, and technical presentation skills. Nice to Have: • Experience with ETL tools such as Informatica or Ab Initio. • AWS Certification (e.g., AWS Certified Data Analytics, Solutions Architect). • Experience in Agile or DevOps environments. JustinBradley is an EO employer - Veterans/Disabled and other protected employees.