KellyMitchell Group

Lead Data Engineer

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This role is for a Lead Data Engineer in Denver, Colorado, with a contract length of over 6 months and a pay rate of $145,000 - $160,000. Key skills include Python, SQL, ETL, and experience with AWS, Azure, and Snowflake.
🌎 - Country
United States
💱 - Currency
$ USD
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💰 - Day rate
727
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🗓️ - Date
January 18, 2026
🕒 - Duration
More than 6 months
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🏝️ - Location
On-site
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📄 - Contract
Unknown
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🔒 - Security
Unknown
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📍 - Location detailed
Greenwood Village, CO
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🧠 - Skills detailed
#Azure #Cloud #Azure Databricks #Data Pipeline #Snowflake #SQL (Structured Query Language) #Redshift #AWS (Amazon Web Services) #Databricks #Data Engineering #"ETL (Extract #Transform #Load)" #Python
Role description
Job Summary Our client is seeking a Lead Data Engineer to join their team! This position is located in Denver, Colorado. Duties • Perform hands-on engineering and provide lead-level ownership to data engineering teams • Collaborate cross-functionally to solve complex business and technical challenges • Translate analytical requirements into actionable engineering solutions and conduct independent research and analysis to inform strategic decision • Perform data pipeline development/maintenance and build ETL processes from various sources into Snowflake, Azure, and Fabric • Design new data structures and explore how to leverage new tools or platforms Desired Skills/Experience: • 7+ years of professional experience, 2+ of those in a dedicated lead/management role • Comfortable bridging the gap between engineering teams and executives • Hands on technical work will be required, seeking experience in Python, SQL, and ETL • Experience working with cloud tools such as: AWS Fabric, Azure Databricks, Snowflake, Redshift Benefits: • Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans • Employee-Owned Profit Sharing (ESOP) • 401K offered The approximate pay range for this position starting at $145,000 - $160,000+. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and location. We comply with local wage minimums.