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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Data Engineer - **Company:** Amgens Mission Of Serving Patients - **Location:** Thousand Oaks, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $159,423.0 - $215,689.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Airflow, Amazon Web Services, Unit Testing, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Database, Cloud Engineering, Databases, Continuous Integration, Data Architecture, Information Engineering, Data Integration, Extract Transform Load (ETL), DevOps, Python (Programming Language), Apache Maven, Online Analytical Processing, Online Transaction Processing, Performance Tuning, Rapid Prototyping Process, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Subversion, Google Cloud, Apache Spark, Data Strategy, Git, Pyspark, Data Management, Software Version Control, Data Pipelines, Jenkins, Databricks - **Published:** August 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/9d6a21c1-f716-4ab1-a5bf-9a0049cad5d2 ## About the Role * Demonstrated proficiency in leveraging cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform) for data engineering solutions. Strong understanding of cloud architecture principles and cost optimization strategies. * Proficient on experience in Python, PySpark, SQL. Handon experience with bid data ETL performance tuning. * Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing data engineering teams. * Strong problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills to address complex data challenges. Good-to-Have Skills: * Experienced with data modeling and performance tuning for both OLAP and OLTP databases * Experienced with Apache Spark, Apache Airflow * Experienced with software engineering best-practices, including but not limited to version control (Git, Subversion, etc.), CI/CD (Jenkins, Maven etc.), automated unit testing, and Dev Ops * Experienced with AWS, Google Cloud Platform or Azure cloud services Education and Professional Certifications Doctorate degree and 2 years of Data Engineer experience OR Master's degree and 4 years of Data Engineer experience OR Bachelor's degree and 6 years of Data Engineer experience OR Associate's degree and 10 years of Data Engineer experience OR High school diploma / GED and 12 years of Data Engineer experience * AWS Certified Data Engineer preferred * Databricks Certificate preferred Soft Skills: * Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills. * Strong verbal and written communication skills * Ability to work effectively with global, virtual teams * High degree of initiative and self-motivation. * Ability to manage multiple priorities successfully. * Team-oriented, with a focus on achieving team goals * Strong presentation and public speaking skills. ## Description Let's do this. Let's change the world. In this vital role you will lead the design, development, and implementation of our data strategy. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of data engineering principles, coupled with strong leadership and problem-solving skills. As a Principal Data Engineer, you will architect and oversee the development of robust data platforms, while mentoring and guiding a team of data engineers. 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