Data Engineer

Data Engineer (AI & Cloud Platforms)

We are seeking a Data Engineer to support the design, development, and optimization of modern data platforms across cloud and AI-driven environments. This role will work across internal and client-facing initiatives, building scalable data pipelines, supporting machine learning workflows, and enabling high-performance analytics solutions. Position is hybrid in DFW area.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and optimize scalable data pipelines, ETL/ELT workflows, and cloud-based data platforms (data lakes, warehouses, lakehouses)
• Support AI/ML integration by building feature pipelines, enabling model workflows, and integrating tools such as LLMs or vector databases
• Develop and maintain cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP) including services like S3, Glue, Athena, and Redshift
• Implement orchestration and automation using tools like Airflow or Prefect, along with infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, dbt)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical data solutions

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data engineering or related roles with strong hands-on expertise in Python and SQL
• Experience building and managing data pipelines, warehouses, and modern data platforms (Snowflake, Databricks, BigQuery, etc.)
• Hands-on experience with AWS and cloud-based data services, along with orchestration and IaC tools
• Exposure to machine learning pipelines, MLOps concepts, or AI-driven data workflows preferred
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work in client-facing or consulting environments

------------------------------------------------------------------

This job is Hybrid Remote.

We offer several comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, paid and unpaid time off, and retirement and savings plans to qualifying employees.

Download the Sparks Group mobile app from Apple App Store or Google Play.

------------------------------------------------------------------

Sparks Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, citizenship, family status, genetic information, disability, or protect veteran status.