Data Engineer

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About the Role We are seeking a talented Data AI Engineer to build scalable data solutions for online investing platforms, client behavioral analytics, financial product insights, and risk mitigation. The role involves developing secure cloud-based data pipelines and supporting GenAI data platforms, including Vector Database integration for RAG-based applications. Job Title Data Engineer Key Responsibilities

Design and build ETL/ELT pipelines and data processing workflows

Develop batch and real-time data pipelines using modern frameworks

Work with Python and SQL for data transformation and analytics

Implement GenAI data architectures, including RAG pipelines and vector indexing

Manage and optimize Vector Databases for embedding storage and similarity search

Build secure data solutions on AWS, ensuring data quality and compliance

Support analytics, reporting, and data modernization initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

2+ years of experience in data engineering or related roles.

Strong proficiency in SQL and Python.

Experience with AWS, Apache Spark, and data warehousing technologies.

Desired Qualifications

Master's degree in a relevant field.

Strong experience in Python and SQL

Hands-on experience with ETL/ELT and data pipelines

Mandatory: Experience with Vector Databases

Experience with GenAI / LLM frameworks (LangChain or LangGraph)

Experience with Big Data frameworks (Apache Spark, Apache Kafka)

Workflow orchestration using Apache Airflow

Experience with data platforms like Databricks or Snowflake

AWS services: S3, Glue, Redshift

Location Jersey City, NJ

Salary and Other Compensation:The annual [salary/hourly rate] for this position is between [$75,000 - 98000 annually]. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits:The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:[medical insurance] [dental insurance] [vision insurance] [401(k) retirement plan] [long-term disability insurance] [short-term disability insurance] [personal days accrued each calendar year. The Paid time off benefits meet the paid sick and safe time laws that pertains to the City/ State] [12-15 days of paid vacation time] [6-8 weeks of paid parental leave after a year of service] [9 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays per calendar year] [Ascendion Learning Management System] [Tuition Reimbursement Program] Want to change the world? Let us know. Tell us about your experiences, education, and ambitions. Bring your knowledge, unique viewpoint, and creativity to the table. Let’s talk!