Data Engineer
Summary
Contract (through Jul 31, 2026) hybrid Data Engineer/DBA in Richmond, VA, migrating on-prem SQL Server databases to AWS and Snowflake. Day to day: run migrations with AWS DMS, write Python data loads, and build AWS pipelines using S3, Glue, and Lambda, supporting RDS, DynamoDB, PostgreSQL, and SQL Server.
Location: Richmond, VA (Hybrid)
Duration: Through July 31, 2026 with possible extension
Role Summary:
Seeking a Database Administrator / Data Engineer with experience migrating on-prem SQL Server databases to AWS and Snowflake. The role will support database migration, Python-based data processing, and development of AWS data pipelines for applications using Amazon RDS and DynamoDB.
Required Skills:
5+ years of experience in Database Administration, Data Engineering, or similar role
Experience migrating on-prem SQL Server databases to AWS and Snowflake
Experience with AWS Database Migration Service (DMS) or similar migration tools
Hands-on experience with AWS database technologies including RDS and DynamoDB
Experience developing Python scripts for data processing and data loads
Experience building AWS data pipelines using S3, Glue, and Lambda
Experience with data modeling and supporting application data environments
Experience with PostgreSQL, SQL Server, and DynamoDB
Familiarity with version control tools such as GitHub
Additional Information:
Hybrid role requiring 2–3 days onsite each week and additional days if requested.
Candidates must currently reside in the United States.
Local candidates near Richmond, VA are preferred due to onsite requirements.
Parking is not provided for contractors.