Data Engineer
Job ID: 503198 Posted 21 hours ago
Oakland, CA
Contract
Databases
$75-$81/hr
Job Details
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IDR is seeking a Data Engineer to join one of our top clients for a remote contract opportunity (California preferred). This role is ideal for a senior Data Engineer who can build and optimize modern data pipelines across multiple ETL/data ecosystems and partner closely with technical and business stakeholders to deliver reliable data products.
Position Overview for the Data Engineer:
- Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and ETL/ELT workflows across modern data platforms
- Develop and optimize solutions using tools such as Spark, PySpark, Databricks, Snowflake, SQL, Informatica, and/or Palantir Foundry
- Partner with stakeholders to understand requirements and translate needs into durable datasets and data products
- Apply software engineering best practices including unit testing, CI/CD, and source control
- Contribute to platform modernization and continuous improvement (cloud-native data platform experience is a plus)
- Support/guide development teams; leadership experience is a plus
- (Nice to have) Contribute to Generative AI initiatives (LLMs, RAG, agentic workflows) and/or geospatial analytics use cases
Requirements for the Data Engineer:
- BA/BS in Computer Science, MIS, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 7+ years of experience in data engineering / ETL ecosystems (e.g., Palantir Foundry, Spark/PySpark, Databricks, Snowflake, SQL, Informatica)
- Proven experience working across multiple data engineering/ETL ecosystems
- Knowledge of software engineering principles such as unit testing, CI/CD, and source control (preferred)
- (Preferred) Cloud-native data platform experience
- (Preferred) Generative AI experience (LLMs, RAG, agentic workflows)
- (Preferred) Geospatial/spatial analytics experience
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive compensation package
- Full Benefits; Medical, Vision, Dental, and more!
- Opportunity to get in with an industry leading organization.
Why IDR?
- 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets
- Employee Stock Ownership Program
- Dedicated Engagement Manager who is committed to you and your success.
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner 12 years in a row.
#LI-REMOTE IDR is an equal opportunity employer. We provide reasonable accommodations for disabled employees and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, criminal history, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, or local laws. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in compliance with applicable Fair Chance laws. To comply with civil rights laws, we invite applicants to voluntarily self-identify their race, ethnicity, gender, and veteran status. This information is confidential, optional, and will not affect your application. You may access this form here. Pursuant to pay transparency laws, salary ranges and benefits will be disclosed where required by law. Compensation is based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at hr@idr-inc.com
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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.