Data Engineer Consultant - Remote

Overview

InterWorks is seeking a Data Engineering Consultant to work closely with clients as they navigate modern data platform decisions. This role blends hands-on data engineering with consulting, discovery, and client advisory work.

In Short

• Lead and participate in discovery conversations to understand client goals, constraints, and current-state data environments
• Guide clients through data platform, architecture, and tooling decisions
• Design and deliver technical roadmaps for scalable data and analytics platform adoption
• Apply strong data modeling and engineering best practices
• Stay current on modern data engineering trends and technologies
• Design and build modern, reliable data pipelines
• Architect cloud-native data infrastructure
• Integrate and unify data from diverse sources
• Own technical direction for client engagements
• Deliver billable consulting services

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional experience in data engineering or consulting
• Strong SQL skills with relational databases
• Hands-on experience with ETL/ELT workflows
• Solid understanding of data modeling best practices
• Experience in client-facing environments
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts
• Knowledge of cloud platforms and data engineering architectures
• Familiarity with DevOps concepts and CI/CD pipelines
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Client-centered mindset

Benefits

• Empower clients with customized solutions
• Collaborative work environment
• Opportunity for innovation
• Unique and unconventional company culture
• Focus on people and community