Job Description
Job Description
Data Engineer – Houston, TX (Hybrid)
We are seeking a strong Data Engineer with hands-on experience across SQL / NoSQL databases, advanced Python development, and real-time application architecture. This role supports both development and production support in a high-performing, user-interactive environment.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in data engineering and working with SQL and NoSQL databases such as Oracle, SQL Server, Postgres, DB2, Elastic, and MongoDB
- Advanced Python development skills , including experience building FastAPI microservices
- Advanced application development experience implementing complex business logic using SQL procedures and NoSQL utilities
- Experience designing and developing scalable and performant processes , including large datasets, high transaction volumes, concurrent users, and optimized API performance
- Development experience with real-time, user-interactive applications and communication between UI and databases (various protocols and data formats)
- Experience utilizing LLM models, coding agents, and testing agents as part of the development lifecycle
- Ability to balance application development and support activities in parallel
- Experience working directly with business users to understand requirements and deliver functionality
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to troubleshoot, problem-solve, and learn quickly (including leveraging AI tools)
- Ability to multitask, switch priorities, and self-manage workload effectively
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field
- Must be onsite in Houston at least 3 days per week
Not a Fit
Candidates with the following backgrounds will not be considered :
Experience limited to ETL , backend data pipelines, or database-to-database transfer processesExperience focused only on cloud platforms (Azure, GCP, AWS) without on-prem or application-focused engineering experience