Data Engineer (Backend & AWS)

OmegaHires is seeking a Data Engineer (Backend & AWS) in Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, NC. This 12‑month hybrid role offers a competitive salary of $125,043.60 and focuses on building scalable data pipelines and backend services on AWS.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high‑performance data pipelines using AWS services such as Glue, Redshift, S3, and Lambda.
• Implement robust backend APIs and micro‑services in Python/Java/Scala to support analytics and BI tools.
• Optimize data storage, retrieval, and transformation processes for speed and cost efficiency.
• Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and product teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Ensure data quality, security, and compliance with industry standards.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and fine‑tune production workloads using CloudWatch, X‑Ray, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Document architecture, code standards, and operational procedures.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of hands‑on experience in data engineering and backend development.
• Strong proficiency with AWS ecosystem (EC2, S3, RDS, Redshift, Glue, Lambda, IAM).
• Expertise in SQL and NoSQL databases, data modeling, and ETL processes.
• Programming experience in Python, Java, or Scala.
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes/ECS).
• Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and teamwork skills.

What We Offer

• Hybrid work model – combine office collaboration in Charlotte with remote flexibility.
• Competitive annual salary of $125,043.60.
• Opportunities for professional growth on cutting‑edge cloud projects.
• Comprehensive benefits package.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of employment is offered?

The position is a 12‑month contract with the possibility of extension based on performance.

Is remote work allowed?

OmegaHires offers a hybrid model, allowing you to work both from the Charlotte office and remotely.

What AWS services will I use?

You will work with AWS Glue, Redshift, S3, Lambda, EC2, IAM, and related services to build data pipelines.