Python/Pyspark/AWS Engineer - Intermediate

Location: New York City (Onsite, 5 days/week)
Type: 5+ Month Contract-to-Hire

Position Overview
Our client is seeking a Python/AWS Engineer. This team is responsible for building high-impact
internal tools, data pipelines, and platforms that support systems across the enterprise. This is a hands-on engineering role where you will architect, build, and optimize cloud-native applications, data pipelines, and backend services while collaborating closely with UI teams and cross-functional partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop Python- and AWS-based applications with an emphasis on scalability and reliability.
• Build and maintain data pipelines leveraging AWS Glue, Lambda, S3, ECS, and data lake technologies.
• Develop and support API endpoints consumed by internal UI teams.
• Contribute to system design, code reviews, and operational support of production systems.
• Create and maintain Java microservices and Spark-based data processing applications (nice to have).
• Integrate emerging technologies, including AI/ML capabilities where relevant.
• Work within an Agile team and contribute to the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).

Must-Have Skills

• Strong experience with Python and building Python-based backend services.
• Hands-on experience with AWS services including:
  • ECS
  • Glue
  • Lambda
  • S3
  • Data Lake architectures
• Experience creating data pipelines and backend APIs.
• Experience developing in large, enterprise-scale environments.
• Solid understanding of databases (Snowflake, Oracle, or PostgreSQL).
• Strong grounding in application development, testing, and system stability.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience with PySpark or Spark frameworks.
• Familiarity with React.js for UI integration.
• Exposure to AI/ML integration within applications.

Work Environment

• Fast-paced, innovation-driven culture.
• Direct interaction with engineering, product, and data teams.
• Onsite presence ensures rapid communication and high-impact collaboration.

Employee Value Proposition (EVP)

• Opportunity to work with modern cloud and data technologies at enterprise scale.
• Contract-to-hire path within one of the most respected organizations globally.
• Strong growth, visibility, and career acceleration potential.

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New York City, NY.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $78.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in New York City,NY.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jan 29, 2026.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.