Data Engineer- 6 Months Contract to Hire- Skokie, IL (Fully Onsite)

Title : Data Engineer

Location : Skokie, IL (Fully Onsite)

Duration : 6 Months

Summary
Seeking a Data Engineer responsible for maintaining and scaling the data infrastructure. ensuring the availability of reliable, high-quality data to end users. The Data Engineer will assist in shaping the organization s data strategy and empowering data-driven decision-making to maximize impact.

Professional Competencies
Proficiency in programming languages such as SQL, Python, and Java
Experience with non-relational databases such as MongoDB and Cassandra
Knowledge of data integration tools and ETL frameworks (e.g., Apache NiFi, Apache Beam, Talend).
Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
Well-versed in operating systems such as Linux and Windows.
Understanding of data governance, security, and compliance best practices.
Experience and Education Requirements
Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
Minimum 2-3 years of experience as a Data Engineer.
Proven history of maintaining and scaling a data architecture
Strong communication skills to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Experienced in integrating data from third party sources (ex. External databases, data generated by equipment etc.)