SCI SOLUTIONS GLOBAL - Data Engineer

Data Engineer is needed in Chicago, United States.

Client: SCI SOLUTIONS GLOBAL

Location: Chicago, IL, us

Contract: Freelance

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Data Engineer to design, develop, and support modern data solutions across data engineering, integration, warehousing, analytics, business intelligence, data science, governance, data quality, and master data management.

The role will involve working with Microsoft Azure, Informatica, Snowflake, and other leading data technologies to build scalable data pipelines, models, platforms, and analytics solutions. The successful candidate will collaborate with technical teams, business stakeholders, and senior leadership to translate complex data and technical concepts into clear, actionable insights.

The Data Engineer will be expected to apply critical and creative thinking, identify trends and opportunities in complex data, recommend solutions, and support both short-term priorities and long-term business objectives. The role also requires a proactive, adaptable, strategic, and continuously improvement-focused approach.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, data science, software engineering, information systems, or a related quantitative field.
• At least 8 years of overall data engineering experience.
• Strong experience with data modeling, ETL/ELT, data integration, master data and entity management, data quality, data warehousing, analytics, business intelligence, data science, and data governance.
• Proficiency in programming and database languages such as C#, Python, SQL, and Java.
• Experience with Microsoft technologies, including SQL Server, Synapse, Cosmos DB, HDInsight, Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, Power BI, and Microsoft Fabric.
• Experience with Informatica Cloud technologies, including CIH, DIH, CDGC, Master Data Management, and Data Quality.
• Experience with Snowflake and other leading industry data platforms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership and diverse technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to simplify and explain complex technical information in a clear, concise, and engaging manner.
• Strong critical-thinking, analytical, research, problem-solving, persuasion, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to recognize trends, evaluate business implications, make timely decisions, and advise key stakeholders.
• Proactive and innovative approach, with a focus on identifying solutions, improving processes, increasing efficiency, and contributing ideas for continuous improvement.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing circumstances, and balance short-term needs with long-term objectives.
• Demonstrated respect for diverse perspectives, emotional intelligence, collaboration, humility, and professionalism.
• Ability to remain positive, resilient, composed, and constructive when handling conflict or challenging situations.
• Commitment to knowledge sharing, stakeholder engagement, and building a strong professional reputation.

Additional Information

• Location: Remote role based in or near Chicago, Illinois; local candidates are highly preferred.
• Employment Type: W2 only.
• Work Authorization: Any authorization accepted, except H-1B and CPT.
• Engagement Restrictions: C2C, 1099, and third-party profiles are not accepted.