Senior Data Engineer #11266

ECCO Select is a talent acquisition and consulting company specializing in people, process and technology solutions. We provide the talent behind the technology enabling our clients to achieve their goals. For more information about ECCO Select, visit us at www.eccoselect.com.Position Requested /contact infoJob Role: Data EngineerPosition Level: SeniorPosition Type: Contract 12 months, extensions likelyLocation: Kansas City Metro (must be within 100 miles of KC)Reason for Request: Migration from Oracle to an Enterprise data platform (snowflake) This position involves designing, developing, and maintaining scalable data pipelines, databases, and systems to ensure the efficient collection, storage, and accessibility of data. Data Engineers collaborate closely with data scientists, analysts, software engineers, and business stakeholders to ensure data is accurate, reliable, and optimized for analysis.High Level Technical Skills/Experience Required:Educational Background: bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.Programming Proficiency: Expertise in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Scala.Database Management: Strong knowledge of SQL and experience with relational and non-relational databases like Oracle, Snowflake, PostgreSQL, MongoDB…Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex data challenges.Attention to Detail: A meticulous approach to data accuracy and process optimization.Effective communication skills to consult effectively with cross-functional teams.Adaptability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Preferred skills:Cloud Platforms: Experience with cloud services like AWS, Google Cloud Platform, or Microsoft Azure.Data Pipelines: Hands-on experience building ETL pipelines using tools like Apache Airflow, Talend, or Informatica.Familiarity with DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines and containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes.Certifications in cloud platforms & Snowflake (e.g., AWS Certified Data Analytics, Google Cloud Data Engineer, SnowPro Data Engineer, and SnowPro Architect).Useful skills:Domain experience with financial or insurance data and terms.Data Warehouse designFamiliarity with Agile methodologiesKnowledge of data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or Looker.Leadership, collaboration, and excellent communication skillsECCO Select is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. Our policy is to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Veterans of our United States Uniformed Services are specifically encouraged to apply for ECCO Select opportunities.Equal Employment Opportunity is The LawThis Organization Participates in E-Verify