Senior Data Engineer

Job#: 3035809 Job Description: Senior Data Engineer Location: Richmond, VA (On-site) Employment Type: Contract Contract Duration: 12 Months Role Overview Data Engineers provide data-driven solutions to help improve processes and overall business performance. This role focuses on gathering, analyzing, interpreting, and presenting data to inform strategic decisions. The position involves designing data solution frameworks, ingesting data from various sources, and processing it using technologies like Hadoop, Spark, and SQL databases. Collaboration with data scientists is key to enhancing data transparency and enabling better decision-making. Key Responsibilities • Analyze and organize raw data to build data systems and pipelines. • Evaluate business needs and objectives to interpret trends and patterns. • Conduct complex data analysis and report on results. • Prepare data for prescriptive and predictive modeling. • Build algorithms, prototypes, and combine information from different sources. • Explore ways to enhance data quality and reliability. • Develop analytical tools and programs in collaboration with data scientists and architects. • Gather and document business requirements, and design reports and dashboards. • Design and build data models and data product roadmaps. • Prototype solutions, prepare test scripts, and conduct tests for data replication, extraction, and loading. Required Qualifications Education: A degree in Computer Science, IT, or a similar field is required. Experience: Previous experience as a data engineer or in a similar role is necessary. A proven track record of managing and executing data projects is expected. Technical Skills: • Knowledge of programming languages such as Java and Python. • Proficiency in SQL and other data manipulation languages. • Experience with big data technologies like Hadoop or Spark. • Technical expertise with data models, data mining, and segmentation techniques. • Familiarity with machine learning algorithms. Preferred Qualifications • A Master's degree is a plus. • 3+ years of experience working with data migrations and/or implementations. • Data engineering certification (e.g., IBM Certified Data Engineer) or certification in data analytics is advantageous. Compensation & Benefits The anticipated pay range for this position is $65.00/hour to $70.24/hour. Please note that the pay range may differ based on factors such as experience, skills, and location. A benefits package may be available to eligible employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide. Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide. © 2026 Everforth, Inc. All rights reserved. Everforth Apex Systems is part of the Commercial Segment of Everforth, Inc. NYSE: EFOR 4400 Cox Road Suite 200 Glen Allen, Virginia 23060 Everforth Apex is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. (Do not submit resumes or solicit consultants to this email address). UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex.