Data Engineer / Architect III USC and GC - W2 Role
Skills
About the role
Position Summary
Seeking a highly skilled Data Engineer / Architect III to support enterprise-scale data integration and platform optimization initiatives focused on the Cloudera ecosystem and Apache NiFi. This role is responsible for evaluating, optimizing, modernizing, and operationalizing existing NiFi-based data integration platforms while serving as both a hands-on engineer and a technical advisor.
The ideal candidate will possess strong experience with Apache NiFi, ETL/ELT pipelines, Python automation, Linux environments, and distributed systems.
Employment Type: W2 – Full Time
Location: Cincinnati, Ohio (Hybrid)
Contract Duration :12 Months
Visa Requirement: Permanent Residents Only (Green Card Holders)
Deadline to apply: June 4, 2026
Key Responsibilities
Apache NiFi Platform Engineering
Assess and optimize existing Apache NiFi and Cloudera environments.
Review:
Processor Configurations
Queue Management
Flow Prioritization
Back Pressure Settings
Clustering Strategies
Improve platform scalability, reliability, and operational efficiency.
Establish reusable design standards and governance practices.
ETL / ELT Pipeline Development
Design, develop, optimize, and support enterprise ETL/ELT pipelines.
Integrate data from:
Relational Databases
APIs
Streaming Platforms
Cloud Storage
Distributed File Systems
Support batch and real-time data ingestion.
Resolve:
Pipeline Failures
Data Latency Issues
Throughput Bottlenecks
Operational Instability
Python Automation
Develop Python-based automation and transformation scripts.
Build integrations between NiFi and external systems.
Automate deployment, validation, monitoring, and operational support processes.
Support custom orchestration and processing logic.
Governance & Security
Implement enterprise security standards including:
Authentication
Authorization
Encryption
RBAC Controls
Secure Data Movement
Support deployment procedures and operational runbooks.
Assist with version control and CI/CD processes.
Advisory & Collaboration
Serve as a technical advisor for platform modernization initiatives.
Document:
Architecture Recommendations
Operational Procedures
Knowledge Transfer Materials
Optimization Findings
Collaborate with:
Data Engineers
Architects
DevOps Teams
Infrastructure Teams
Analytics Teams
Application Teams
Technical Environment
Data Integration & Processing
Apache NiFi
ETL / ELT Pipelines
Data Integration Platforms
Programming
Python
Infrastructure
Linux
Distributed Systems
Big Data & Cloudera
Kafka
Hive
HDFS
Iceberg
DevOps
CI/CD Pipelines
Architecture
Cloud & Hybrid Environments
What Success Looks Like
Improve performance and reliability of enterprise NiFi environments.
Optimize large-scale ETL/ELT pipelines.
Reduce operational overhead through automation.
Establish reusable platform standards and governance practices.
Deliver scalable and maintainable data integration solutions.
Support long-term platform modernization initiatives.
Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will:
Have strong hands-on Apache NiFi experience in enterprise production environments.
Be highly skilled in ETL/ELT architecture and optimization.
Possess advanced Python scripting expertise.
Have strong Linux and distributed systems knowledge.
Demonstrate excellent troubleshooting and root cause analysis capabilities.
Be comfortable working independently and advising technical teams.
Balance architecture strategy with operational execution.
Required Skills
Apache NiFi (Production Environment)
Cloudera Ecosystem
ETL / ELT Development
Python Scripting & Automation
Linux Administration
Distributed Systems
Data Pipeline Optimization
Data Integration
Monitoring & Operational Support
Root Cause Analysis
Secure Data Movement & Governance
Preferred Skills
Apache Kafka
Hive
HDFS
Iceberg
CI/CD Pipelines
Cloud & Hybrid Architectures
Enterprise Data Governance
Reusable Integration Frameworks
Distributed Systems Performance Tuning
Compensation & Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k)
Paid Time Off
Professional Development Opportunities
Additional Benefits Package
Important Notes
✔ W2 Only
✔ Green Card Holders Only
✔ Hybrid Role – Cincinnati, OH
✔ Strong Apache NiFi Experience Required
✔ Python & Linux Expertise Required
✔ Data Engineering / Platform Optimization Focus
Compensation
This Data Engineer role pays $50k-$55k/yr. Within typical range for data engineer roles in United States.
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