Senior Data Engineer
Job ID: 501774 Posted 1 day ago
Eagan, Minnesota
Contract
Databases
55-58/hr
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IDR is seeking a Senior Data Engineer to join one of our top clients for a remote contract opportunity. This role offers the chance to design and manage critical data pipelines on cloud platforms, supporting healthcare data analytics and ensuring reliable, scalable data operations.
Position Overview for the Senior Data Engineer:
- Develop and maintain end-to-end ETL/ELT pipelines on cloud platforms like GCP and Azure to support healthcare data needs.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into efficient data solutions.
- Model data structures for analytical purposes, including dimensional modeling and handling slowly-changing dimensions.
- Ensure pipelines are optimized for performance, reliability, and security, adhering to healthcare compliance standards.
- Lead technical direction for data projects, especially when requirements are unclear or evolving.
- Use orchestration tools such as Airflow, Cloud Composer, or Prefect to automate workflows.
- Drive continuous improvement by exploring new tools and techniques to enhance data processes.
Requirements for the Senior Data Engineer:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience with at least 5 years in data engineering.
- Over 5 years of practical experience working with SQL in a production environment.
- At least 3 years of building and maintaining automated data pipelines using batch or streaming methods.
- Proficiency in programming with SQL, Java, or Python for pipeline development.
- Hands-on experience working with cloud platforms such as GCP, Azure, BigQuery, and SQL Server.
- Deep understanding of designing scalable, high-performance ETL/ELT pipelines.
- Familiarity with orchestration tools like Airflow, Cloud Composer, or Prefect.
- Strong knowledge of data modeling techniques, including dimensional modeling and handling slowly-changing dimensions.
- Working knowledge of HIPAA regulations and PHI data security practices.
- Experience with version control systems like Git and CI/CD pipelines.
- Ability to independently manage projects from requirements to deployment, prioritizing operational stability.
- Skilled in translating business needs into technical solutions and communicating effectively with stakeholders.
- Proactive in exploring new data tools and trends, with a focus on continuous learning.
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive hourly pay rate of $55–58.
- Fully remote work environment with flexible scheduling.
- Opportunity to work on impactful healthcare data projects on enterprise cloud platforms.
- Collaborate with a team committed to innovation and continuous improvement.
- Gain experience with modern data engineering tools and practices.
- Potential for contract extension or conversion based on performance.
Why IDR?
- 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets
- Employee Stock Ownership Program
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner 12 years in a row
Compensation Range: $55-58/hr
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Why Us?
IDR has been in business for over 25 years and offers access to hundreds of companies across the country to work for. For many of the contractors that work for us, there are some unique benefits to being a part of the IDR team. One specific benefit is that we believe our contractors are part of something bigger than yourself. We are an employee-owned company and in an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), as the share price of our company grows, so does your equity in our company. Our contractors, as well as our internal employees, can participate in this plan after one year of service. In addition to joining our ESOP program, you will also receive weekly pay, 401k access, and access to three different benefit plans that cover 50% of the individual premiums along with access to unlimited behavioral health sessions with a licensed counselor.
About Us
IDR, Inc. is an award-winning, employee-owned staffing firm with headquarters in Alpharetta, GA and offices in the Nashville, Dallas, and Denver markets. Founded in 1998, IDR has grown to serve businesses and professionals across industries including IT, healthcare, accounting and finance, government services, and professional services. Recognized for our expertise and the high-touch approach of our Engagement Management Program, IDR continues to build rewarding partnerships with companies and consultants. Our best-in-class service has earned IDR ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing Client and Talent awards for ten consecutive years, in addition to awards from Staffing Industry Analysts and Best and Brightest Companies to Work For. With our commitment to empowering talent and developing leaders, we’re passionate about what we do and how we do it, and we look forward to working with you.