Data Engineer

Job#: 3032402 Job Description: Data Engineer Location: Cincinnati, Ohio (Remote) Employment Type: Contract with potential to extend or convert to permanent For immediate consideration, please email your resume to James Hall at [email protected] . Role Overview As a Sr Data Engineer, you will be responsible for working closely with the broader organization to drive the development and deployment of key productivity, collaboration, and engagement tools. You will design, build, deploy, and maintain a suite of databases, data warehouses, data pipelines, data transfer solutions, and their infrastructure to efficiently collect, store, and process large volumes of data. This role is part of a growing team focused on continually developing an internal product portfolio that impacts employees across the company. Key Responsibilities • Design and implement robust data architectures, including databases, data lakes, data warehouses, and cloud-based solutions. • Build and deploy scalable infrastructure for databases and data warehouses using Infrastructure as a Code (e.g., Terraform) across multiple cloud environments such as AWS and Azure. • Work closely with data scientists, analysts, and business/product teams to understand data requirements and define data models, normalization, and schema design. • Develop and maintain scalable data pipelines to ingest, integrate, transform, and load data from diverse sources. • Create and maintain database objects such as tables, views, indexes, and database packages. • Manage and optimize relational/non-relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL/MariaDB, Oracle, MongoDB) and data warehouses (e.g., AWS Redshift). • Maintain data quality, ensure data integrity, and implement data security measures to protect sensitive information. • Monitor the health of databases and data warehouses, while identifying and resolving bottlenecks. • Document data engineering processes, workflows, and system configurations. Required Qualifications Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 2 years of professional experience, OR an Associate's degree with a minimum of 5 years of professional experience, OR a High School Diploma with a minimum of 7 years of professional experience. Military experience is considered equivalent to professional experience. Technical Skills: • A minimum of 2 years of experience in data engineering with proficiency in SQL. • A minimum of 1 year of experience managing databases/data warehouses, including administration and optimization. • A minimum of 2 years of experience managing Database Infrastructure for a Digital Workplace. • A minimum of 2 years of experience developing Data pipelines & ETL jobs using tools such as Talend, Rundeck, or AWS Glue. • Must be a US person (US citizen or Permanent Resident). Preferred Qualifications • Primary role in recent positions as a Data Engineer, Data Analyst, or Database Administrator. • Working experience in public cloud environments (AWS, Azure). • Experience with at least one programming language (e.g., Python) and scripting (e.g., Bash/Shell). • Experience with data warehouse platforms like Redshift, Snowflake, or BigQuery. • Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines for data engineering (e.g., Flyway, Liquibase). • Knowledge of ETL tools and frameworks. • Demonstrated ability to analyze complex data sets and identify patterns or trends. • Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams. • Comfortable working with different Agile software development methodologies. How to Apply For immediate consideration, please email a copy of your resume to the designated contact person. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Veterans and military personnel are encouraged to apply. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide. Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide. © 2026 Everforth, Inc. All rights reserved. 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