Data Engineer - W2 Only (No C2C)

About the role

Top Skills' Details

Strong BQ and Databricks data engineering experience

Strong SQL / data engineering fundamentals

PySpark and Databricks notebook development

Ideally, experience building BigQuery-to-Databricks data replication / ingestion pipelines

Experience with BigQuery authorized views and federated connections

Strong understanding of Apache Iceberg, preferably Databricks-managed Iceberg / Unity Catalog

Experience with large-scale data movement, incremental replication, performance tuning and optimization

Description

Our customer has an immediate need to bring on 4-6 onshore contractor resources to support a high-priority BigQuery-to-Databricks replication effort. They are looking to move quickly, so please start sending qualified candidates as soon as possible. The work will support the replication of enterprise data currently housed in BigQuery into Databricks. For these roles, they would like candidates with direct, hands-on experience with this type of replication path, ideally specifically BigQuery Databricks.

Key skills we are looking for:

Strong BQ and Databricks data engineering experience

Strong SQL / data engineering fundamentals

PySpark and Databricks notebook development

Ideally, experience building BigQuery-to-Databricks data replication / ingestion pipelines

Experience with BigQuery authorized views and federated connections

Strong understanding of Apache Iceberg, preferably Databricks-managed Iceberg / Unity Catalog

Experience with large-scale data movement, incremental replication, performance tuning and optimization

Experience with orchestration and productionizing Databricks jobs is a plus

Skills

BigQuery, Databricks, Apache Iceberg

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with orchestration and productionizing Databricks jobs is a plus

Experience Level

Expert Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Atlanta, GA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $62.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 21, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

Were a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Were a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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Workplace

Remote Matched in posting text

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Employment type

contract

Location as listed

Atlanta, GA

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Stated pay

$55–62/hr AI reading of the posting

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