Senior Data Engineer | Remote

Job Title: Senior Data Engineer (Data Analytics & AI Focused)
Location: Remote
Duration: Long term
Client: Client
 
Role Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Engineer with strong expertise in data analytics, AWS cloud technologies, and AI-driven solutions. The ideal candidate will play a key role in designing, building, and optimizing scalable data pipelines and analytics platforms supporting critical digital products.This role requires a hands-on engineer with a strong software development mindset, capable of working across data engineering, backend development, and cloud infrastructure in a fast-paced Agile environment.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines and ETL processes using AWS serverless technologies
• Build and optimize data solutions on Amazon Redshift for high-performance analytics
• Develop and maintain backend services using Python and Node.js in a microservices architecture
• Integrate AWS services such as AWS Lambda, Amazon S3, Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon SQS, and Amazon SNS
• Build serverless workflows using AWS Step Functions
• Implement infrastructure using AWS CloudFormation
• Develop and maintain dashboards using BI tools such as Tableau, Amazon QuickSight, or Looker
• Write and optimize complex SQL queries for data transformation and reporting
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product Owners, Architects, and Developers
• Perform unit testing, code reviews, and ensure high-quality, performant code
• Contribute to automation, testing, and DevOps best practices

• 5 years of experience in Data Engineering / Software Engineering
• Strong expertise in SQL (complex queries, joins, window functions, performance tuning)
• Hands-on experience with Amazon Redshift and data warehousing solutions
• Strong experience with AWS services (Lambda, S3, DynamoDB, SQS, SNS, Step Functions)
• Experience building serverless ETL pipelines
• Proficiency in Python and working knowledge of Node.js
• Experience with BI tools (Tableau, QuickSight, Looker, etc.)
• Exposure to AI / Generative AI technologies
• Experience working in Agile environments
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills

• Experience integrating Redshift with AWS services such as Glue, Athena, and Kinesis
• Exposure to DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines
• Experience with event-driven microservices architecture
• Knowledge of OpenSearch or similar technologies

• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving ability
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Customer-focused mindset
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment

• Initial Screening
• Technical Interview (Panel – 90 minutes)
• Final Interview with Executive Leadership

• This is a Temp-to-Hire opportunity
• Fully remote role
• Candidates must be eligible to convert to full-time employment

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Why TalentBurst?
At TalentBurst, we deliver more than talent, we deliver outcomes. We partner with you to move quickly and connect you to opportunities aligned with your skills and long term growth.

Backed by precision, transparency, and results, we connect top talent with leading organizations through trusted partnerships.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options.

TalentBurst is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce.