Job Title: Senior Data Engineer Location: Glendale, CA – Onsite 4 days a week Employment Type: W2 Contract (No C2C) Work Authorisation: US Citizen, Green Card Holder, H4-EAD, TN Visa holders only Contract Duration: 12 Months About the Role: Our client is seeking a Senior Data Engineer to join a cutting-edge technology team focused on building and scaling modern data infrastructure. This role involves maintaining and expanding large-scale data pipelines, developing real-time streaming solutions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high data quality, operational efficiency, and system reliability. Technology Stack: • Languages/Tools: Python, SQL, GraphQL • Frameworks/Platforms: Apache Airflow, Apache Spark, Databricks, Delta Lake, Snowflake • Cloud Services: AWS Key Responsibilities: • • Maintain, improve, and scale existing data pipelines within the core data platform • .Build APIs to expose data to various internal applications and teams • .Develop and manage real-time data streaming pipelines • .Collaborate with product managers, architects, and engineers to align on priorities and implementation • .Ensure high operational efficiency, reliability, and SLA adherence of core datasets • .Establish and document internal standards for pipeline naming conventions, configurations, and best practices . Must-Have Qualifications • : • 5+ years of hands-on experience in data engineering and building large-scale data pipeline • s.Proficient in Python and SQ • L.Production-level experience with Spark and Airflo • w.Experience with Databricks or Snowflake (or other cloud-based MPP databases • ).Familiarity with developing APIs using GraphQ • L.Solid understanding of OLTP vs. OLAP system • s.Strong background in distributed data processing, data modeling, or engineering data service s. Nice-to-Have • s: • Experience in Media & Entertainment or content-driven organizatio • ns.Familiarity with large-scale content distribution or post-production syste • ms.Background with digital asset workflows or large-volume data manageme nt. Soft Skil • ls: • Excellent verbal and written communication ski • lls.Proactive, self-motivated, and comfortable working in fast-paced, evolving environme • nts.Strong collaboration and problem-solving mind set. Additional Informat • ion: • Background Check: Req • uiredBenefits (W2 O • nly):Medical and dental insurance (multiple plan options for you and your fa • mily)401(k) • planOvertime pay eligib ility