Data Engineer II

Piper Companies is seeking a Data Engineer II to join a leading organization in the healthcare data and analytics industry for a remote long-term contract opportunity. The Data Engineer II will support backend data processing initiatives, contributing to large-scale data pipelines and analytics solutions used to inform critical healthcare decision-making.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and enhance PySpark data pipelines within a Databricks environment to support high‑volume data workflows
• Improve backend services by designing reliable, scalable components and optimizing performance
• Investigate and resolve data or application issues, ensuring smooth and consistent system operations
• Participate in Agile ceremonies while collaborating closely with engineering and analytics teams
• Maintain clear technical documentation and contribute to routine code review processes

Requirements:

• At least 5 years of professional experience in data engineering or software engineering roles
• Strong hands-on experience with Python, Apache Spark, and distributed data processing concepts
• Solid knowledge of R programming, data modeling strategies, and ETL best practices
• Experience working in Agile development environments with strong problem-solving abilities
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical area