Data engineer with workday exp - Remote - 12 months contract - direct client

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This is a build-focused role requiring strong expertise in data extraction, transformation, reconciliation, and production-grade pipeline development across migration and post-go-live integrations.

Must-Have Skills

Data Engineering (Python)

• Strong Python fundamentals with experience in data processing (pandas, NumPy)
• Ability to write clean, efficient, and production-grade code with error handling

PySpark / Big Data

• Expertise in distributed data processing
• Hands-on with transformations vs actions, joins, partitioning, and performance tuning
• Experience handling large-scale data and memory optimization

AWS Data Ecosystem

• Hands-on with S3, EMR, AWS Glue, Redshift, Step Functions
• Experience designing cloud-native data pipelines and orchestration

Data Modeling & Architecture

• Strong understanding of fact/dimension modeling and SCDs
• Experience designing scalable schemas and ETL/ELT workflows

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end data migration from UKG (Pro/Dimensions) to Workday HCM
• Extract HR data (employee, position, org structure, compensation, benefits, time, accruals) via APIs, BI tools, or DB access
• Design and build ETL/ELT pipelines for downstream enterprise integrations
• Implement CDC and delta load patterns using GoldenGate and/or AWS-native services
• Execute mock cycles (Mock 1, Mock 2, Dress Rehearsal, Go-Live) with reconciliation (row counts, hash totals, key validation)
• Identify and resolve data discrepancies in partnership with functional and integration teams
• Ensure data quality, integrity, and auditability across migration and steady-state pipelines
• Apply data security controls (PII masking, RBAC, SOX-aligned change management)
• Support cutover planning, sequencing, and data validation activities
• Create design documents, mapping specs, runbooks, and audit logs

Required: Bachelor''s degree in Computer Science or a related field

This role is open to W2 or those seeking Corp-Corp employment. The salary range for this role is $110 - $130k. For corp-Corp rates please contact the recruiter. In addition to other benefits, Accion Labs offers a comprehensive benefits package, with Accion covering 65% of the medical, dental, and Vision Premiums for employees, their spouses, and dependent children enrolling in the Accion-provided plans.