Data Engineer

About

Akkodis is seeking a Data Engineer for a Contract with a client in Sunnyvale, CA/Austin, TX (Hybrid). You will design and build scalable data solutions by developing high‑quality SQL, Python, and Spark pipelines.

Rate Range: $55/hour to $60/hour; the rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.

If you are interested in this role, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis, or any questions, feel free to contact me at Gopal.Gupta@akkodisgroup.com.

Pay Details: $55.00 to $60.00 per hour

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Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain scalable data pipelines using SQL, Python, and Spark to support data processing and analytics needs.
• Build, optimize, and troubleshoot ETL/ELT workflows to ensure efficient data ingestion, transformation, and delivery.
• Work with large datasets to perform data cleansing, validation, and quality checks for reliable downstream consumption.
• Collaborate with data analysts, data scientists, and cross‑functional teams to translate business requirements into technical data solutions.
• Monitor pipeline performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement improvements for speed, scalability, and reliability.
• Maintain clear documentation of data processes, workflows, and code to support ongoing maintenance and team knowledge‑sharing.

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Data Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical field.
• 6–8 years of hands‑on experience in data engineering, ETL/ELT development, or large‑scale data processing.
• Strong proficiency in SQL, Python, and Spark with proven experience building and optimizing data pipelines.
• Ability to work with large datasets, perform data quality checks, and troubleshoot pipeline performance issues in production environments.

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Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan.
• Flexibility to choose coverage that meets individual needs.
• Paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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Equal Opportunity

• Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
• Military‑connected talent encouraged to apply

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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