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Data Engineer

Robert Half

Princeton, NJ 08540-6211 • $130,000 to $150,000 / yr • 9/25/2026

Job Description

Job Description
We are looking for a Data Engineer to help build reliable data solutions that support reporting, analytics, and day-to-day business decisions in Princeton, New Jersey. This position focuses on creating scalable data flows, improving platform performance, and organizing data for efficient access across teams. The ideal candidate brings strong technical depth in pipeline development, database technologies, and cloud-based data environments.

Responsibilities:
• Build, enhance, and support scalable ETL workflows that move and transform data from multiple sources into trusted analytical platforms.
• Create and refine data models, storage structures, and warehouse solutions to improve accessibility, efficiency, and long-term maintainability.
• Monitor data processes to identify issues, strengthen reliability, and maintain high standards for accuracy, consistency, and performance.
• Partner with analytics, engineering, and business stakeholders to understand data needs and deliver practical data solutions.
• Optimize SQL Server and related data systems to support efficient querying, integration, and operational stability.
• Implement and maintain orchestration processes using tools such as Airflow or comparable workflow technologies.
• Contribute to cloud-based data infrastructure initiatives across platforms such as Azure and other enterprise cloud environments.• At least 3 years of experience in data engineering or a closely related field.
• Strong hands-on experience with Python for data processing, automation, or pipeline development.
• Proven background in ETL design, development, and support within production environments.
• Solid expertise with Microsoft SQL Server, including database development and performance tuning.
• Experience working with cloud data platforms such as Azure or similar services.
• Familiarity with Snowflake, Apache Airflow, or comparable modern data engineering tools.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and translate business data needs into technical solutions.