Data Engineer

Dice is the leading career destination for tech experts at every stage of their careers. Our client, Pyramid Consulting, Inc., is seeking the following. Apply via Dice today! Immediate need for a talented Data Engineer. This is a 06 Months Contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Dallas TX (Hybrid). Please review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested. Job ID:26-00480 Pay Range: $40 - $45/hour. Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location). Key Responsibilities: • Design, develop, and optimize end-to-end data pipelines using Python and PySpark • Build and maintain ETL/ELT workflows to process structured and semi-structured data • Write complex SQL queries for data transformation, validation, and performance optimization • Develop scalable data solutions using Azure services such as Azure Data Factory, Azure Data Lake, Azure Synapse Analytics, and Databricks • Ensure data quality, reliability, and performance across data platforms • Collaborate with data analysts, data scientists, and business stakeholders to understand data requirements • Implement best practices for data governance, security, and compliance • Monitor and troubleshoot data pipeline failures and performance issues • Support production deployments and ongoing enhancements Key Requirements and Technology Experience: • Must have skills: Data Engineer, Azure, Python, PySpark • Strong proficiency in SQL for querying and data modeling • Hands-on experience with Python for data processing and automation • Solid experience using PySpark for distributed data processing • Experience working with Microsoft Azure data services • Understanding of data warehousing concepts and big data architectures • Experience with batch and/or real-time data processing • Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams • Experience with Azure Databricks • Knowledge of data modelling techniques (star/snowflake schemas) • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and version control tools (Git) • Exposure to data security, access control, and compliance standards • Experience with streaming technologies • Knowledge of DevOps or DataOps practices • Cloud certifications (Azure preferred) Our client is a leading Pharmaceutical Industry and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions. If you are interested in this position, please apply online for immediate consideration. Pyramid Consulting, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. By applying to our jobs you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Pyramid Consulting, Inc. and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy .