Sr. Data Engineer (Reporting Team Strategist)

Dice is the leading career destination for tech experts at every stage of their careers. Our client, Apex Systems, is seeking the following. Apply via Dice today! Job#: 2080374 Job Description: Sr. Data Engineer (Data Strategist) - Long-Term Contract Location: 13736 Riverport Dr, Ste 900, Maryland Heights, MO Schedule: Hybrid - 4 days onsite per week About The Role Charter is seeking a Senior Data Engineer (Data Strategist) to lead the evolution of our data ecosystem. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker with strong hands-on engineering skills who can assess current data infrastructure, recommend scalable solutions, and implement modern data ingestion and analytics capabilities. You'll play a key role in shaping our data platform strategy, optimizing ingestion pipelines, and enabling advanced reporting and analytics across the organization. Key Responsibilities • Evaluate and modernize the current data architecture, including SQL Server and MongoDB environments. • Recommend and implement scalable data platform solutions and ingestion tools. • Design and optimize data pipelines to support high-volume, real-time data feeds. • Integrate diverse data sources including Splunk, SMTP, S3, and REST APIs. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support reporting needs through Tableau and internal portals like SOAR. • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance data quality, performance, and accessibility. Required Skills & Experience • Database Expertise: Strong hands-on experience with SQL Server, MongoDB, and Kafka. Ability to evaluate and recommend modern data platforms. • ETL/Data Ingestion: Proficiency with NiFi or similar tools. Experience integrating APIs, JSON, and unstructured data sources. • Data Strategy: Proven ability to assess data ecosystems and recommend scalable, future-ready solutions. • Reporting & Visualization: Familiarity with Tableau and performance reporting (e.g., application metrics, KPIs, agile metrics). • Problem Solving: Analytical mindset with a passion for solving complex data challenges using data-driven reasoning. Preferred Qualifications • Experience with cloud data platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform). • Familiarity with streaming data architectures and real-time analytics. • Exposure to enterprise reporting environments and performance monitoring tools. EEO Employer Apex Systems 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. 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 Employee Services Department at or . Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join 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. Apex Benefits Overview: 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. 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, 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. 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 Apex team member can provide.