

Calance
Cloud Data Engineer (AWS / PySpark / Serverless)
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This role is for a Senior Cloud Data Engineer (AWS/PySpark/Serverless) with a 12+ month contract, paying $70.00 - $74.00 per hour. Requires 5+ years of experience, strong Python/PySpark skills, and AWS expertise. Local candidates only; hybrid work in Torrance, CA.
π - Country
United States
π± - Currency
$ USD
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π° - Day rate
592
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ποΈ - Date
October 9, 2025
π - Duration
More than 6 months
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ποΈ - Location
Hybrid
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π - Contract
W2 Contractor
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π - Security
Unknown
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π - Location detailed
Torrance, CA
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π§ - Skills detailed
#AWS Lambda #Data Security #JavaScript #Lambda (AWS Lambda) #Microservices #S3 (Amazon Simple Storage Service) #SNS (Simple Notification Service) #Web Services #DynamoDB #GIT #DevOps #Data Engineering #BI (Business Intelligence) #Big Data #Spark (Apache Spark) #SQS (Simple Queue Service) #Java #NoSQL #Distributed Computing #API (Application Programming Interface) #React #VPC (Virtual Private Cloud) #PostgreSQL #Infrastructure as Code (IaC) #Terraform #Batch #Compliance #Data Access #Data Science #HTML (Hypertext Markup Language) #Python #PySpark #Cloud #Security #Agile #IAM (Identity and Access Management) #SQL (Structured Query Language) #SQL Queries #EC2 #AWS Glue #"ETL (Extract #Transform #Load)" #JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) #AWS (Amazon Web Services) #Code Reviews #Data Processing #Datasets #MongoDB #Databases #Version Control #Angular #Data Extraction #MySQL #RDS (Amazon Relational Database Service)
Role description
Select "APPLY" If you're interested in learning more about this position or email your resume directly to MCasey@calance.com
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β’ We will NOT work with C2C/3rd Party Agencies for any reason
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β’ We will NOT consider NON-LOCAL Candidates, even if your willing to relocate. You MUST BE LOCAL.
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β’ JOB DETAILS:
Position: Senior Cloud Data Engineer (AWS / PySpark / Serverless)
JOB REF#: 43883
Duration: 12+ Months (On-Going Contract)
Location: HYBRID - Torrance, CA 90501
Pay Rate: $70.00 - $74.00 per hour (W2 Only)
HYBRID: Must be able to work ONSITE 4 days a week (LOCAL CANDIDATE ONLY)
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
β’ Design, develop, and maintain robust ETL/ELT pipelines using AWS Glue for large-scale data processing
β’ Build serverless applications and microservices using AWS Lambda for real-time and batch data processing
β’ Implement data transformation logic using PySpark for distributed computing on large datasets
β’ Develop and optimize SQL queries for data extraction, transformation, and loading processes
β’ Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using AWS CloudFormation, CDK, or Terraform
β’ Design event-driven architectures using AWS services, such as EventBridge, SQS, and SNS
β’ Develop RESTful APIs and web services using Node.js for data access and integration
β’ Mentor junior developers and provide technical guidance to the team
β’ Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and stakeholders to understand requirements
β’ Participate in code reviews and maintain high coding standards
β’ Document technical designs, processes, and best practices
β’ Develop and maintain web applications using Node.js, Java, and Python. Design and implement RESTful APIs and microservices. Experience with AWS services (EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, etc.).
β’ Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code while adhering to best practices. Troubleshoot and debug applications to ensure optimal performance.
β’ Participate in code reviews and contribute to team knowledge sharing. Proficiency in Node.js, Java, and Python.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/SKILLS:
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β’ MUST BE ABLE TO INTERVIEW ONSITE
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β’ LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY
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β’ W2 Hrly
β’ 5+ years relevant experience with 3+ years in Cloud environments
β’ Strong proficiency in Python with extensive experience in PySpark for big data processing
β’ Hands-on experience with AWS Glue for ETL pipeline development and management
β’ Proven expertise in AWS Lambda for serverless application development
β’ Solid understanding of Node.js for API development and backend services
β’ Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB)
β’ Proficiency in AWS services including S3, IAM, CloudWatch, and VPC
β’ Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
β’ Understanding of Infrastructure as Code tools (CloudFormation, CDK, Terraform)
β’ Familiarity with version control systems (Git) and agile development methodologies
β’ Strong understanding of data warehousing concepts and dimensional modeling
β’ Experience with data formats (JSON, Parquet, Avro, ORC) and data serialization
β’ Understanding of data security, privacy, and compliance requirements
β’ Strong understanding of front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, frameworks like React or Angular).
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Calance Consultant Benefits Offerings:
- EPO/PPO Medical Plans
- HMO/PPO Dental programs
- Vision - VSP (Vision Plan Summary)
- 401K Retirement vesting program (VOYA)
- Paid Bi-Weekly/Direct Deposit
- Flex Spending Plan
- Voluntary Life, AD&D, STD or LTD plans
Select "APPLY" If you're interested in learning more about this position or email your resume directly to MCasey@calance.com
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β’
β’
β’ We will NOT work with C2C/3rd Party Agencies for any reason
β’
β’
β’ =============================================
β’
β’ We will NOT consider NON-LOCAL Candidates, even if your willing to relocate. You MUST BE LOCAL.
β’
β’ JOB DETAILS:
Position: Senior Cloud Data Engineer (AWS / PySpark / Serverless)
JOB REF#: 43883
Duration: 12+ Months (On-Going Contract)
Location: HYBRID - Torrance, CA 90501
Pay Rate: $70.00 - $74.00 per hour (W2 Only)
HYBRID: Must be able to work ONSITE 4 days a week (LOCAL CANDIDATE ONLY)
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
β’ Design, develop, and maintain robust ETL/ELT pipelines using AWS Glue for large-scale data processing
β’ Build serverless applications and microservices using AWS Lambda for real-time and batch data processing
β’ Implement data transformation logic using PySpark for distributed computing on large datasets
β’ Develop and optimize SQL queries for data extraction, transformation, and loading processes
β’ Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using AWS CloudFormation, CDK, or Terraform
β’ Design event-driven architectures using AWS services, such as EventBridge, SQS, and SNS
β’ Develop RESTful APIs and web services using Node.js for data access and integration
β’ Mentor junior developers and provide technical guidance to the team
β’ Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and stakeholders to understand requirements
β’ Participate in code reviews and maintain high coding standards
β’ Document technical designs, processes, and best practices
β’ Develop and maintain web applications using Node.js, Java, and Python. Design and implement RESTful APIs and microservices. Experience with AWS services (EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, etc.).
β’ Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code while adhering to best practices. Troubleshoot and debug applications to ensure optimal performance.
β’ Participate in code reviews and contribute to team knowledge sharing. Proficiency in Node.js, Java, and Python.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/SKILLS:
β’
β’ MUST BE ABLE TO INTERVIEW ONSITE
β’
β’ LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY
β’
β’ W2 Hrly
β’ 5+ years relevant experience with 3+ years in Cloud environments
β’ Strong proficiency in Python with extensive experience in PySpark for big data processing
β’ Hands-on experience with AWS Glue for ETL pipeline development and management
β’ Proven expertise in AWS Lambda for serverless application development
β’ Solid understanding of Node.js for API development and backend services
β’ Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB)
β’ Proficiency in AWS services including S3, IAM, CloudWatch, and VPC
β’ Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
β’ Understanding of Infrastructure as Code tools (CloudFormation, CDK, Terraform)
β’ Familiarity with version control systems (Git) and agile development methodologies
β’ Strong understanding of data warehousing concepts and dimensional modeling
β’ Experience with data formats (JSON, Parquet, Avro, ORC) and data serialization
β’ Understanding of data security, privacy, and compliance requirements
β’ Strong understanding of front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, frameworks like React or Angular).
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Calance Consultant Benefits Offerings:
- EPO/PPO Medical Plans
- HMO/PPO Dental programs
- Vision - VSP (Vision Plan Summary)
- 401K Retirement vesting program (VOYA)
- Paid Bi-Weekly/Direct Deposit
- Flex Spending Plan
- Voluntary Life, AD&D, STD or LTD plans