Data Engineer (Contract)

Job Description: We are looking for an experienced Data Engineer Contractor to support our People Analytics team. The primary responsibilities include developing scalable data pipelines, creating Power BI dashboards, and integrating data from Snowflake and other platforms to advance our analytics strategy. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Python, a strong background in cloud data platforms such as Snowflake, and a passion for transforming data into actionable business insights. Key Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain ETL/ELT data pipelines using Python and SQL. Develop and optimize Power BI dashboards for business stakeholders, ensuring both performance and usability. Integrate and manage data from Snowflake, including schema design, ingestion, and transformation processes. Work closely with data analysts, IT teams, and business partners to gather requirements and deliver scalable solutions. Uphold high standards for data quality, governance, and security across all data pipelines and dashboards. Automate data workflows and oversee regular data refresh schedules. Document technical processes and facilitate knowledge sharing with internal teams. Required Qualifications At least 2+ years of experience in data engineering or analytics engineering. Proficiency in Python for developing pipelines, automation, and data manipulation. Experience supporting and enhancing data science models as needed. Strong hands-on expertise with Power BI, including dashboard design and data modeling. Extensive experience using Snowflake for data warehousing and SQL-based solutions. Solid understanding of Python, SQL, relational databases, and data modeling best practices. Familiarity with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or GCP is advantageous. Knowledge of version control tools (e.g., Git) and CI/CD practices. Excellent collaboration and communication skills. Preferred Skills Experience working with HR or workforce analytics data is highly desirable. Understanding of Agile methodologies and experience with project management tools like Jira. Strong ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Contract Length: 4 month Pay Range: $45/hr.-$55/hr. Shift/Hours: Monday - Friday Requisition Disclaimer: This job posting is for a temporary role with a third-party agency partner on assignment at Vertex Pharmaceuticals (“Vertex”). The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of a third- party agency partner; compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by the third-party agency partner upon offer. The pay rate range provided is a reasonable estimate of the anticipated compensation range for this job at the time of posting. The actual pay rate will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, location and/or being pursued and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition, this role will be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements By applying for this position, you agree to the Atrium Terms and Conditions and you direct Atrium to share your application materials, which may include your CV/Resume, email address or phone number, with Vertex. For more information on how Vertex handles your personal data related to your job application, please see Vertex’s Careers Privacy Notice. Agreeing to the Atrium Terms and Conditions, includes permission to use the email address and mobile phone number you provide during the application process or throughout the duration of your prospective or actual employment to notify you of job openings, profiles, articles, news, and other employment-related information, as well as to notify you of special promotions or additional products and services offered by us or our affiliates and partners (collectively, “Atrium Alerts”). Atrium Alerts may be sent by email, phone, or text message. Your personal information will be safely stored within the Atrium & Vertex databases. Atrium does not sell your personal information to third parties. Text message and data rates may apply. To OPT OUT of text messaging or to modify your communication preferences for Atrium Alerts at any time, please contact Atrium at privacyadministrator@atriumstaff.com. If you do not agree with the Atrium Terms and Conditions, you can still complete your application for this position by emailing your resume to our team at tempstaffing@vrtx.com. Please include the job title in the subject of your email. No C2C or Third-Party Vendors