Data Engineer II - (API & Database Focus) - Remote Opportunity

Data Engineer (API & Database Focus) – Fully Remote (W2 Contract)Location: Fully Remote (U.S.)Duration: 6-Month W2 ContractPay Rate: $55–$64/hour (depending on experience)Company: Russell Tobin (supporting a leading global technology client)OverviewRussell Tobin is supporting a major technology client in the search for a highly skilled Data Engineer with a strong emphasis on API development, integration, and database engineering .This is a fully remote opportunity where we are targeting top-tier talent with a proven track record of building scalable data solutions and working with modern cloud data platforms.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines for API data ingestionBuild and manage APIs, including authentication, error handling, and data parsingOptimize and maintain relational databases (primarily Postgres)Develop and optimize data models in SnowflakeUse Databricks (PySpark, notebooks) for data processing and pipeline orchestrationCollaborate with analytics and BI teams to deliver clean, structured datasetsSupport reporting tools such as Tableau by ensuring high-quality data availabilityMonitor and improve performance of data workflows and systemsRequired QualificationsProven experience as a Data Engineer with strong API development/integration experienceDemonstrated experience building API-driven data pipelinesStrong SQL skills, including database design, query optimization, and performance tuningHands-on experience with Postgres or similar relational databasesExperience with Snowflake (data loading, querying, performance optimization)Experience with Databricks (ETL/ELT, PySpark, notebooks)Proficiency in Python or similar programming languageExperience working in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP)Strong understanding of data warehousing concepts and best practicesExperience supporting BI tools such as TableauExcellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independentlyStrong communication and collaboration skillsPreferred (Nice to Have)Experience with ETL/orchestration tools (Airflow, Fivetran, dbt)Familiarity with containerization (Docker)Experience working in consulting or contract rolesKnowledge of data governance and compliance standardsExperience supporting Tableau dashboards or BI developersPride Global offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.#RTA#LI-BK1#JD-E2EProf