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Entry Level Data Engineer

Technology
Haystack
Chicago, United States2 months agoUntil 10/27/2026
Full timeFully remote

Job description

Are you ready to break into the tech industry or take your technical skills to the next level? We partner with a leading technology solutions provider dedicated to training and placing emerging talent in high-demand roles. They offer a unique pathway for individuals with foundational technical skills or professional experience to upskill and launch a career in Data Engineering.

The Role

  • Participate in immersive training, developing technical skills in Relational and Non-Relational Databases, APIs, Python, Pandas, Excel, Dash, Snowflake, Docker, Airflow, Apache Spark, and Machine Learning.
  • Gain real-world experience and mentorship from Senior Engineers in a hands-on environment.
  • Be willing to relocate anywhere in the continental United States.
  • Engage in client projects for two years after completing training.
  • Collaborate with a dedicated manager to navigate corporate culture and support professional growth.
  • Contribute to an innovative team, focusing on data engineering solutions.

What You'll Need

  • Willingness to relocate anywhere in the continental United States (excluding visa sponsorship).
  • Bachelor's degree in any field.
  • At least 6 months of programming experience (academic, personal, or professional) within the last 3 months.
  • A recent STEM degree OR 12+ months of professional work experience in finance, healthcare, banking, insurance, hospitality, aviation, or tech (with no more than a 12-month gap).
  • Passion for learning, strong logic, reasoning skills, and clear communication abilities.
  • A team-oriented mindset and eagerness to collaborate.

What's On Offer

  • Paid training (3-4 months) with an attractive weekly stipend and $2,500 relocation assistance.
  • Mentorship and instruction from Senior Engineers.
  • Competitive hourly pay rate post-training (~$50k - $60k annually).
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, dental, 401(k), and paid time off.

Apply via Haystack today!

Keywords
monthsOfExperience: 12Microsoft ExcelApache SparkAlmquist shellAirflowPythonApache LicenseApache Http ServerRelational grammarDocker

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