Data Engineer - Remote (6007)

itD is seeking a Data Engineer to design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and data models that support analytics, reporting, and operational decision-making across complex technical environments. This role plays a critical part in enabling reliable data flow, improving data quality, and supporting advanced analytics initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in data engineering, cloud-based data platforms, and pipeline development, along with a proven track record of delivering robust, production-ready data solutions.

Location: Remote within the United States. Preference for candidates located in the Central or Mountain time zones due to collaboration with teams operating across Pacific and Eastern time zones.

We provide comprehensive medical benefits, a 401(k) plan, paid holidays, and more. Please note that we are only considering direct W2 candidates at this time, as we are unable to offer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain complex ETL/ELT pipelines that support analytics and operational reporting.
• Own and manage data tables, schemas, and transformations within cloud-based data platforms.
• Build and enhance data pipelines that ingest structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data from multiple sources.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to understand data needs and translate requirements into scalable solutions.
• Ensure data reliability, quality, and performance through monitoring, optimization, and troubleshooting.
• Document data models, pipelines, and processes to support maintainability and knowledge sharing.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of data engineering standards, tooling, and best practices.

Internal Responsibilities

• Attend regular internal practice community meetings.
• Collaborate with your itD practice team on industry thought leadership.
• Complete client case studies and learning material (blogs, media material).
• Build out material to contribute to the Digital Transformation practice.
• Attend internal itD networking events (in person and virtual).
• Work with leadership on career fast-track opportunities.

Required Qualifications And Skills

• 5+ years of experience with SQL, Python, Git, and cloud-based data lakes (e.g., Snowflake or equivalent).
• 5+ years of experience with Linux, shell scripting, and AWS cloud architecture.
• 5+ years of experience developing and maintaining complex data pipelines.
• 3+ years of experience working with semi-structured and unstructured data.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.

Preferred Qualifications And Skills

• Experience with AI engineering and DevOps tools such as Tekton, ArgoCD, Terraform, or OpenTofu.
• Experience with dbt and Fivetran.
• Proven experience with Apache Kafka and data streaming into a data warehouse environment.

Education Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience required.

Company Description About itD: We are part of a new generation of consulting and software development company that blends diversity, innovation, and integrity with real business results. Our structure rejects any strong hierarchy, empowering us to deliver excellent results. We are a woman- and minority-led firm. Every day, we challenge ourselves to be considerate, fair and to re-think what great outcomes mean for our customers. This permeates down to how we approach every interaction, on every project, for every client. You’ll thrive here if you are a dynamic self-starter, a difference-maker or someone who wants to deliver great results, without constraints.

The itD Digital Experience: Joining us means you’ll be part of our global community, you have a say about your own career journey, and you’ll get a chance to give back to causes that matter. You will experience working with Fortune 500 companies and high-performance teams across numerous industries. itD offers our employees excellent benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid holidays, 401K + matching, networking & career learning and development programs. We are growing and we want to see you grow! Visit https://itdtech.com/careers to learn more about what working at itD can mean for you.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law. itD is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us at recruiting@itdtech.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Additional Info Dynamic environment in a culture of respect, empowerment and recognition for a job well done, apply today!