Description We are offering an exciting opportunity at our location in BALTIMORE, Maryland for a Data Engineer. The ideal candidate will be tasked with designing and maintaining data pipelines, integrating data from various sources, and ensuring our databases meet our business objectives. This role involves working in a diverse team, focusing on improving efficiency and scalability, while ensuring data security and compliance. Responsibilities: • Develop, maintain, and manage robust, efficient data pipelines to handle large amounts of data. • Integrate data from various sources such as APIs and third-party datasets into a unified and accessible format. • Design, establish, and manage databases, data warehouses, and other data storage solutions to meet business goals. • Implement and manage Extract, Transform, Load (ETL/ELT) processes to ensure accurate and efficient data flow between systems. • Ensure high data quality by implementing appropriate monitoring, testing, and validation techniques. • Collaborate with data integration engineers, business analysts, and software engineers to understand and meet their data requirements. • Automate manual data processes and workflows to enhance efficiency and reduce errors. • Adhere to data security, privacy, and regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA). • Continuously monitor and optimize the performance of data systems to increase efficiency and scalability. Requirements • Proficiency in Apache Kafka is a must for real-time data processing • Familiarity with Apache Pig for scripting and dataflow programming • Extensive knowledge of Apache Spark for large-scale data processing • Demonstrable experience with Cloud Technologies for data storage and management • Proficient in Data Visualization to represent data in a meaningful way • Capable of Algorithm Implementation for solving complex data problems • Strong background in Analytics for interpreting trends and patterns • Mastery of Apache Hadoop for distributed data processing • Experience in API Development for seamless data integration • Proficient in AWS Technologies for cloud-based data solutions Technology Doesn't Change the World, People Do.® Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .