About the Data Engineer Role at Robert Half

Robert Half is seeking a talented Data Engineer to join our dynamic team in Delray Beach, Florida. As a premier provider of professional services, Robert Half specializes in connecting top talent with innovative companies across various industries. Our Data Engineers play a pivotal role in building robust database solutions that drive business intelligence, enhance data-driven decision-making, and support scalable applications for our clients.

In this critical position, you will design, develop, and maintain high-performance database systems using both SQL and NoSQL technologies. You'll collaborate closely with software engineers, data analysts, and IT teams to ensure seamless data flow, optimal performance, and ironclad security. This role offers the perfect blend of technical challenge and professional growth, with opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects in a supportive environment. If you're passionate about database optimization, ETL processes, and emerging data technologies, this Data Engineer position at Robert Half is your chance to make a real impact.

Delray Beach, known for its beautiful beaches, vibrant downtown, and thriving tech scene, provides an ideal backdrop for your career. Enjoy Florida's sunny weather while advancing your expertise in data engineering with a market-leading firm like Robert Half.

Key Responsibilities

As our Data Engineer, you'll take ownership of mission-critical database operations. Here's what you'll do daily:

• Design and Implementation: Architect highly available, scalable database systems using SQL (MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Cassandra) technologies tailored to business needs.
• Performance Optimization: Implement advanced indexing strategies, query optimization techniques, and capacity planning to ensure lightning-fast data retrieval and processing.
• Schema Management: Design and maintain complex database schemas, tables, stored procedures, functions, and triggers to support evolving application requirements.
• ETL Development: Build and maintain robust ETL pipelines using tools like Apache Airflow, Talend, or custom Python scripts for seamless data extraction, transformation, and loading across multiple sources.
• Data Integrity: Enforce data consistency and integrity across distributed systems, handling replication, sharding, and conflict resolution with precision.
• Proactive Monitoring: Deploy monitoring solutions (Prometheus, Grafana, New Relic) to track performance metrics, identify bottlenecks, and resolve issues before they impact operations.
• Cross-Team Collaboration: Partner with developers to create database architectures that perfectly align with application needs, participating in code reviews and architecture discussions.
• Security Implementation: Apply industry-leading security measures including data encryption at rest and in transit, role-based access controls (RBAC), regular backups, and compliance with GDPR/ CCPA standards.
• Innovation Leadership: Research emerging technologies like cloud-native databases (AWS Aurora, Google Cloud Spanner) and recommend implementations to boost efficiency and reduce costs.
• Documentation Excellence: Create comprehensive documentation for all database configurations, disaster recovery procedures, and operational best practices to empower the team.

Required Qualifications

To succeed in this Data Engineer role, you need:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (Master's preferred).
• 3-5+ years of hands-on experience in database engineering, administration, or architecture.
• Expert-level proficiency in SQL and NoSQL databases with proven optimization experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in ETL development and data pipeline orchestration.
• Strong understanding of database security, backup/recovery, and high-availability clustering.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Proficiency in scripting languages like Python, Bash, or PowerShell for automation.
• Excellent analytical skills with a track record of troubleshooting complex database issues.
• Superior communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments.

Bonus points for certifications like AWS Certified Database Specialty, Oracle OCP, or Microsoft Azure Data Engineer Associate.

Why Join Robert Half?

At Robert Half, we don't just offer a job—we provide a career launchpad. Enjoy competitive compensation ($110,000-$145,000 base, depending on experience), comprehensive benefits including health coverage, 401(k) matching, generous PTO, and professional development stipends. Our Delray Beach office features modern amenities, flexible hybrid work options, and regular team events. As part of our global network, you'll access exclusive training, mentorship from industry leaders, and endless opportunities for advancement. Join Robert Half's Data Engineer team and shape the future of data management in sunny Florida. Apply today!