Kforce has a client that is seeking a Data Engineer in Westlake, TX.
Responsibilities:
Collaborate with business and technology groups and should be able to present formal and informal presentations in various settings: one-on-one, small, and large groups, with peers, and senior management
Design robust batch and streaming programs and adhering to standards and best practices for these databases
Enjoy analyzing data, identifying gaps, issues, patterns, and trends and can analyze application dependencies and conduct impact assessment of changes
Ensures alignment with enterprise data architecture strategies
Improves data availability via APIs and shared services and recommends optimization solutions using cloud technologies for data processing, storage, and advanced analytics
Performs SQL tuning and data integration activities
Provides technical guidance for cyber security on database technologies
Performs risk assessments and execute tests of data processing system to ensure functioning of data processing activities and security measures
Performs independent and complex technical and functional analysis for multiple projects supporting several divisional initiatives
Building technical infrastructure required for efficient Extraction, Transformation, and Loading (ETL) of data from a wide variety of data sources by leveraging, object-oriented/object function scripting languages such as Python
REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in a technology related field like Computer Science or Engineering with demonstrated ability
Experience working with and handling large data sets in DB2 with SQL; Writing sophisticated stored procedures to process data
Data parsing/analytics experience in large data sets using Python, scripting, and other similar technologies, integrating with and consuming APIs
Object oriented Python programming and solid experience with machine learning libraries - Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, etc.
Expertise with relational databases, Splunk, Snowflake, YugabyteDB, Aerospike, S3 and similar data management platforms
Strong analytical skills and ability to take on issues and work through ambiguous situations by making timely decisions based on facts, knowledge, experience and judgment
Good interpersonal and client-handling skills with the ability to handle expectations and explain technical detail; Consistent track record to multitask, prioritizes tasks, and quickly adjusts in a constantly evolving environment
Excellent conflict management and negotiation skills; Eager to learn and continuously develop personal and technical capabilities
High level of dedication, initiative, vision, passion and professional approach to time, costs, and deadlines
Ability to navigate organizationally to accomplish tasks and work on multiple efforts simultaneously and ability to work with multi-functional teams located across geographies
Ability to handle production issues with accuracy and attention to detail; a methodical, investigative, and inquisitive mind; together with creative abilities
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless
and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
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