Job Summary
We are seeking a highly analytical and collaborative Data Engineering Contractor to support a critical data migration initiative within commercial lending, underwriting, and reporting functions.
This role combines technical expertise with business analysis and stakeholder engagement. The contractor will analyze legacy systems (SQL, DataStage, SAS) to identify key data elements, document current data usage, and assess downstream impacts across reporting and regulatory systems.
Location: Cincinnati, OH (Downtown)
Experience: 5+ Years
TOP SKILLS (Must Have)
5+ years of experience with relational & non-relational databases (SQL, Snowflake, DB2, MongoDB)
5+ years of experience analyzing legacy codebases (SQL, DataStage, SAS)
Strong programming skills in Python, Java, or J2EE
Primary Responsibilities
Design, build, test, and maintain scalable data management systems aligned with migration goals
Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions
Integrate modern data technologies into existing data ecosystems
Develop and optimize data pipelines for mining, modeling, and production use
Build custom software components and analytics applications for commercial lending and risk reporting
Recommend improvements to enhance data reliability, quality, and performance
Implement and maintain disaster recovery procedures
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years experience analyzing legacy code (SQL, DataStage, SAS) and documenting business logic
5+ years experience with databases (SQL, Snowflake, DB2, MongoDB)
3+ years experience developing backend solutions using Python, Java, or J2EE
3–5 years experience building ETL/data pipelines (DataStage, dbt, or similar tools)
5+ years experience in business analysis & stakeholder engagement
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
2+ years experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
Financial services / banking experience (commercial lending, underwriting, or regulatory reporting) is a plus
Agile experience is a plus
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
What You’ll Get
Competitive base salary
Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
Optional life and disability insurance provided
401(k) with a company match and optional profit sharing
Paid vacation time
Paid Bench time
Training allowance offering
You’ll be eligible to earn referral bonuses!
Analyze existing SQL, DataStage, and SAS code to extract business logic and identify critical data elements
Create detailed inventories of current data usage across reporting and operational systems
Assess the impact of data migration on downstream processes, reports, and regulatory requirements