Lead Data Engineer - AWS, Snowflake

Company Description Arthur Grand is an IT services firm specializing in Digital Transformation initiatives for Federal, Commercial, State & local customers. Since 2012, Arthur Grand has been successfully supporting and delivering IT services to our customers in the areas of enterprise modernization and transformation with a core focus on emerging technologies including Cloud Solutions (AWS, Azure), Agile Development, Custom Programming, Full Stack Development, DevOps, DevSecOps, CI/CD, Web Development, Mobile APP Development, Data Visualization, Data Warehousing, Financial/ERP System Implementation and Infrastructure Management. Arthur Grand’s culture of delivery excellence, combined with a commitment to bring the best talent to provide services, has earned our company an unparalleled reputation for delivering transformative results. Job Description Arthur Grand Technologies is currently seeking a highly motivated and skilled Lead Data Engineer (AWS) –Contract / Full Time – Jersey City, NJ – Hybrid for one of our clients. Job Title – Lead Data Engineer (AWS) Location: Jersey City, NJ Work mode: Hybrid (4 days a week onsite) Mode of Work: Full Time / Contract Key Skills: Snowflake, SQL, Python, Spark, AWS- Glue, Big Data Concepts Responsibilities: Lead the design, development, and implementation of data solutions using AWS and Snowflake. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions. Develop and maintain data pipelines, ensuring data quality, integrity, and security. Optimize data storage and retrieval processes to support data warehousing and analytics. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior data engineers. Work closely with stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver data-driven insights. Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices in data engineering. Utilize knowledge of insurance, particularly claims and loss, to enhance data solutions. Must have: 8+ years of relevant experience in Data Engineering and delivery. 8+ years of relevant work experience in Big Data Concepts. Worked on cloud implementations. Strong experience with SQL, python and Pyspark Good understanding of Data ingestion and data processing frameworks Good experience in Snowflake, SQL, AWS (glue, EMR, S3, Aurora, RDS, AWS architecture) Good aptitude, strong problem-solving abilities, analytical skills, and ability to take ownership as appropriate. Should be able to do coding, debugging, performance tuning, and deploying the apps to the Production environment. Experience working in Agile Methodology Good to have: Have experience in DevOps tools (Jenkins, GIT etc.) and practices, continuous integration, and delivery (CI/CD) pipelines. Worked on cloud implementations, data migration, Data Vault 2.0, etc. Requirements: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Proven experience as a Data Engineer, with a focus on AWS and Snowflake. Strong understanding of data warehousing concepts and best practices. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Experience in the insurance industry, preferably with knowledge of claims and loss processes. Proficiency in SQL, Python, and other relevant programming languages. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with data modeling and ETL processes. Familiarity with data governance and data security practices. Certification in AWS or Snowflake is a plus. Arthur Grand Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer (including disability/vets) About Arthur Grand Technologies: Arthur Grand Technologies is a leading provider of staffing and technology consulting services. Our company is managed by a team of professionals who have worked for big 5 consulting firms for 20+ years. We are a minority-owned staff augmentation and technology consulting company. At Arthur Grand Technologies, we value our employees & contractors and strive to provide them with challenging, interesting work, market-relevant benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. If you have the necessary qualifications, and are excited to join a dynamic team. Thank you for considering Arthur Grand Technologies. We look forward to hearing from you soon. Best regards, Richard Tucker Arthur Grand Technologies Inc www.arthurgrand.com Arthur Grand Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer (including disability/vets) Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.