Manager, Data Engineer

Kaygen Inc.

Boston, MA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$50–$65 Per Hour
SKILLS
Agile Programming Methodologies, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Analysis Skills, Apache, Apache Hadoop, Apache Spark, Best Practices, Big Data, Career Development, Cloud Computing, Community Support, Computer Programming, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Data Management, Data Modeling, Data Processing, Data Science, Database Extract Transform and Load (ETL), DevOps, Fortune 500 Customers, GCP (Good Clinical Practices), Health Insurance, High Availability, High Reliability, Identify Issues, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Java, Leading Edge Technology, Machine Learning, Mentoring, Microsoft Windows Azure, NoSQL, Performance Management, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Problem Solving Skills, Python Programming/Scripting Language, SQL (Structured Query Language), Scala Programming Language, Scalable System Development, Startup, Team Player, Trend Analysis
LOCATION
Boston, MA
POSTED
30+ days ago

KAYGEN is an emerging leader in providing top talent for technology-based staffing services. We specialize in providing high-volume contingent staffing, direct hire staffing and project-based solutions to companies worldwide ranging from startups to Fortune 500 and Managed Service Providers (MSP) across a wide variety of industries. 
Job Title: Manager, Data Engineer
Location: Boston, MA
Duration: 6 Months

Senior Associate Technology L2

As a Senior Associate Technology L2 specializing in Data Platforms, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and optimizing data solutions that enable scalable, high-performance data processing. You will work with cutting-edge technologies to build robust data pipelines, data lakes, and analytics platforms that drive business insights and innovation.

Your Impact

  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable data platforms that support enterprise data needs.
  • Build and optimize data pipelines, ETL processes, and data integration workflows.
  • Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and business stakeholders to ensure data solutions meet business requirements.
  • Implement best practices in data governance, security, and compliance.
  • Work with cloud-based data platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
  • Utilize big data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, Kafka, and Snowflake.
  • Automate data processing and monitoring using tools like Airflow, Kubernetes, or Apache NiFi.
  • Troubleshoot and optimize data performance, ensuring high availability and reliability.
  • Stay updated on emerging trends in data engineering and contribute to innovation within the team.

Skills & Experience

  • 5+ years of experience in data engineering, data platforms, or related fields.
  • Strong expertise in SQL, NoSQL, and data modeling.
  • Hands-on experience with big data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, Kafka, or Snowflake.
  • Proficiency in cloud-based data solutions (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Experience with data pipeline orchestration tools like Apache Airflow, NiFi, or Kubernetes.
  • Strong programming skills in Python, Java, Scala, or similar languages.
  • Knowledge of data governance, security, and compliance best practices.
  • Ability to work in an Agile environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a focus on data-driven decision-making.

Set Yourself Apart With

  • Experience with real-time data processing and streaming analytics.
  • Knowledge of machine learning pipelines and data science workflows.
  • Certifications in cloud platforms (AWS Certified Data Analytics – Specialty, Azure Data Engineer, GCP Professional Data Engineer).
  • Exposure to DevOps practices for data engineering.
Pay Range: $50-65/Hr.
    At KAYGEN, we are always looking for dynamic, talented and experienced individuals. We invite you to join our team of talented IT professionals, consulting at client locations across the globe. Our culture is team-orientated; we strive to stand by our core values of respect, honesty and integrity. Our team of experienced staffing experts will work with you to find you the best opportunity. For more information, please visit us at www.kaygen.com.

    Benefits:
    • Free Healthcare Insurance
    • Vision and Dental Insurance
    • 401(k) Retirement Plan
    • Free Life Insurance
    • Sick Time Off
    Achieve your Kaizen by clicking here. A unique and exclusive talent community supported by Kaygen, that includes programs like:
     
    • Certifications 
    • Mentorship Program
    • Referrals
    • Family and Wellness benefits
    • Continuous Growth and Career Development 

    About the Company

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    Kaygen Inc.

    Kaygen, an award-winning technology consulting and talent firm, assists organizations to achieve digital transformation. From structuring data to the Cloud and visualization, Kaygen leads the digital transformation of global clients.

    Kaygen, from the Japanese word, kaizen, for continuous improvement, signifies how we continuously seek to bring expert tech talent to our client engagements to create a sustainable competitive advantage. However, there is more. Our company is diverse, and minority woman owned and operated by expert data technologists who have conceived and developed the very strategic technology initiatives that we now engage in for our clients with our talent.

    Our core belief in diversity, complemented by the principles of kaizen, ensures we bring the best expert data talent to work transparently, collaboratively, and with the flexibility to ensure client success.

    Visit http://www.kaygen.com/ for a solutions overview.

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    COMPANY SIZE
    100 to 499 employees
    INDUSTRY
    Computer/IT Services
    EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
    Paid Sick Days, Professional Development, 401K, Employee Referral Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Events, Life Insurance, Merchandise Discounts
    FOUNDED
    2003
    WEBSITE
    http://www.kaygen.com