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SeniorFull-timePythonAWSAgile
Salary Range
$132,600 - $179,400 /year
This salary is estimated based on similar roles. The actual salary may vary.
About the Role
We are seeking a hands-on Staff Data Engineer to modernize an enterprise data platform from legacy systems to a cloud-native AWS lakehouse architecture. This lead individual contributor role offers high ownership and a strong hands-on focus.
Key Responsibilities
- →Design, build, and operate end-to-end, production-grade data pipelines in AWS
- →Re-engineer legacy ETL into a lakehouse architecture (Bronze/Silver/Gold) on S3
- →Work hands-on with open table formats in AWS (S3 Tables / Apache Iceberg) and understand their metadata, snapshots, schema evolution, and performance characteristics
- →Develop pipelines using Python, PySpark, and Spark on AWS Glue and/or EMR
- →Orchestrate workloads using Airflow or AWS Step Functions
- →Partner with data architects to translate business requirements into data products
- →Perform code reviews, mentor engineers, and contribute hands-on in production
- →Support agile development practices, including planning, demos, and reviews
Requirements
- ✓Solid understanding of modern table formats and AWS S3 Tables (managed Apache Iceberg)
- ✓Experience with designing and implementing data pipelines in AWS
- ✓Proficiency in Python, PySpark, and Spark
- ✓Familiarity with AWS Glue and EMR
- ✓Experience with workflow orchestration tools like Airflow or AWS Step Functions
- ✓Strong background in data engineering and lakehouse architecture
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About AECOM2
AECOM2 is a specialized consulting and engineering firm operating at the intersection of infrastructure development and technology innovation. Headquartered in a major metropolitan area, the company builds upon the legacy of its namesake parent organization, AECOM, to deliver cutting-edge solutions for complex projects worldwide. With a focus on forward-thinking approaches to urban development, transportation systems, and environmental sustainability, AECOM2 has established itself as a forward-looking entity in the global engineering and consulting sector. The "2" in its name suggests a second iteration or specialized branch of the original firm, positioning it as an evolution in service delivery and technical expertise. AECOM2 offers a comprehensive suite of services including advanced infrastructure planning, smart city technology integration, sustainable design consulting, and digital transformation solutions for public and private sector clients. Key features of their offerings include data-driven decision support systems, modular construction expertise, and lifecycle management strategies that optimize long-term performance. The firm primarily serves municipal governments, transportation authorities, energy utilities, and large-scale development corporations seeking innovative approaches to infrastructure challenges. Their solutions are characterized by interdisciplinary collaboration and the application of emerging technologies to traditional engineering problems. Notably, AECOM2 has positioned itself as a leader in integrating artificial intelligence and predictive analytics into traditional engineering workflows, creating a unique value proposition that combines proven methodologies with next-generation capabilities. This technological focus has earned them recognition in industry publications and positioned them as a forward-thinking alternative within the competitive engineering consulting market.
