Description We are offering a long term contract employment opportunity for a Data Engineer in Princeton, New Jersey. This role focuses on designing, building, and maintaining data pipelines and architectures to enable effective data transformation, storage, and analysis. As a Data Engineer, you will be collaborating with data analysts, data scientists, and other stakeholders to assure data accessibility, accuracy, and reliability for business decisions and insights. Responsibilities: • Design, build and maintain scalable ETL/ELT pipelines to process both structured and unstructured data. • Collaborate with data scientists and analysts to understand data needs and provide appropriate solutions. • Integrate data from multiple sources into data warehouses, lakes or other storage systems. • Develop and maintain data models that support analytics and reporting needs. • Ensure data integrity, consistency, and accuracy through quality checks and validation processes. • Implement data architecture best practices for high availability and performance. • Monitor and optimize the performance of data systems and pipelines. • Work with stakeholders to establish and enforce data governance policies. • Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to data processing and storage. • Provide technical support and documentation for data systems and processes Requirements • Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Data Engineer or in a similar role • Proficiency in Apache Kafka, Apache Pig, and Apache Spark is mandatory • Demonstrable experience in Data Visualization and Algorithm Implementation • Strong analytical skills with a data-oriented mindset • Extensive knowledge of Apache Hadoop is required • Experience in API Development is highly beneficial • Proven ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent work experience) is preferred • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal • Demonstrable problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail • Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. Technology Doesn't Change the World, People Do.® Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .