AWS Data Engineer

We are seeking an AWS Data Engineer to support a mission-critical mainframe modernization initiative for a financial and regulatory reporting platform. This role involves migrating legacy workloads to cloud-native platforms, including AWS, Databricks, and Snowflake. The position requires hands-on technical leadership to guide the transformation, ensuring a controlled and auditable migration while maintaining uninterrupted financial close and regulatory reporting throughout the transition., * Perform deep technical analysis of the existing mainframe environment, utilizing GenAI-based tooling for code and data assessment.

• Design the target-state architecture using AWS, Databricks, and Snowflake services.
• Drive initial implementation activities, including foundational data requirements, security controls, encryption standards, and CI/CD pipeline setup.
• Manage the implementation of PII and security controls in alignment with organizational standards.
• Oversee the integration with critical downstream systems.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including application, security, and data governance, to address complex design and compliance dependencies within delivery timelines.

• 7+ years of experience in ETL and SQL/PLSQL.
• 7+ years of experience with databases.
• 4+ years of experience with Big Data technologies.
• 2+ years of experience in AWS Data Engineering.
• 2+ years of experience with AWS Glue and AWS EMR.
• 2+ years of experience with PySpark or Python.
• 2+ years of experience with Databricks and Snowflake.
• 2+ years of experience with AWS Services (S3, EFS, Lambda, SNS, DMS, DataSync).
• 2+ years of experience on a mainframe migration project.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with GenAI developer tools such as GitHub Copilot or Claude.

Interview Process

The interview process will consist of two video rounds. Interviews will be technical and role-appropriate, focusing on assessing hands-on experience, architectural thinking, and practical problem-solving.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.