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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr Data Engineer - **Company:** Robert Half - **Location:** Southfield, MI, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Cloud Computing, Databases, Information Engineering, Data Governance, Data Infrastructure, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Warehousing, Distributed Computing Environment, Apache Hadoop, Python (Programming Language), Power BI, SQL Databases, Data Ingestion, Apache Spark, Apache Kafka, Operational Systems, Tools for Reporting, Data Pipelines - **Published:** August 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3367839722&tx=VT6459TTT&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54 ## About the Role Requirements - 5+ years of experience in data engineering, data warehousing, or a closely related field. * Strong hands-on expertise with Python and SQL for building, transforming, and managing large-scale datasets. * Experience working with Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, and Apache Kafka in data pipeline or distributed processing environments. * Proven background designing ETL processes and enterprise-grade data warehouse architectures. * Familiarity with cloud-based databases and modern data platforms. * Experience supporting business intelligence and reporting solutions, including Power BI or comparable BI tools. * Ability to work cross-functionally with business and technical stakeholders to define data standards and reporting requirements. Technology Doesn't Change the World, People Do., All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. ## Description Our client is looking for a Senior Data Engineer to lead the development of a scalable enterprise data environment that supports reporting, analytics, and informed decision-making across a nationwide organization. In this role, you will bring together data from multiple business platforms, create trusted structures for analysis, and help teams move from manual reporting methods to dependable automated solutions. You will work closely with leaders across finance, sales, and operations to define consistent data standards and deliver high-quality datasets for business intelligence and advanced analytics. This position is based in Southfield, Michigan., * Design and maintain enterprise data warehouse solutions that centralize information from multiple platforms and operational systems. * Build and optimize ETL and data ingestion workflows using tools and frameworks such as Python, Apache Spark, Kafka, and Hadoop. * Develop governed data models that improve consistency, accuracy, and usability for executive reporting, financial analysis, and self-service BI. * Partner with finance, sales, and operations stakeholders to align business definitions and translate reporting needs into reliable data assets. * Automate data consolidation processes to reduce manual effort and strengthen auditability across acquired and distributed business units. * Monitor data pipelines and warehouse performance, troubleshooting issues and implementing improvements to ensure stability and scalability. * Support analytics initiatives by preparing structured datasets for dashboards, ad hoc analysis, and emerging AI-enabled use cases. * Collaborate with BI teams to deliver data sources that integrate effectively with reporting tools such as Power BI. ## Related Videos - [Alibaba Big Data and Machine Learning Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/37-alibaba-big-data-and-machine-learning-technology) - [Beyond Dashboards: Fixing Text-to-SQL with Semantic RAG](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2036-beyond-dashboards-fixing-text-to-sql-with-semantic-rag) - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [From Messy Queries to Scalable Systems - How Data Engineering actually works](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100203-from-messy-queries-to-scalable-systems-how-data-engineering-actually-works) - [PySpark - Combining Machine Learning & Big Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/44-pyspark-combining-machine-learning-big-data) - [Data Analytics with Microsoft Fabric: End-to-End Use Case with Data Agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1547-data-analytics-with-microsoft-fabric-end-to-end-use-case-with-data-agents) ## Related Articles - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Top Big Data Technologies That You Need to Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/108-top-big-data-technologies-that-you-need-to-know) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk)