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Senior Python Data Engineer (ETL / APIs)

Prairie Consulting Services
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Chicago, Illinois, USPosted April 6, 2026

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Job Description

Senior Python Data Engineer (ETL / APIs)

Chicago, IL (Onsite – Wabash)

We’re looking for a Senior Python Data Engineer to join a high-impact initiative building out a net new platform within a large, enterprise environment. This is a hands-on role where you’ll help shape how data is sourced, transformed, and exposed across a critical application.

If you enjoy working across data engineering + backend API development, this is a strong opportunity to get in early and make an impact.

Senior Python Data Engineer (ETL / APIs) - What You’ll Be Doing

  • Build data pipelines sourcing from Snowflake
  • Perform data transformations using Python & Pandas
  • Develop internal APIs (FastAPI / REST) to expose data
  • Work with teams to support deployment pipelines (Docker / Kubernetes)
  • Implement data quality checks and validation logic
  • Contribute to best practices around data integration and performance

Senior Python Data Engineer (ETL / APIs) - What We’re Looking For

  • Strong hands-on experience with Python
  • Experience with Snowflake and data sourcing
  • Solid understanding of ETL / data engineering concepts
  • Experience with Pandas for data manipulation
  • Experience building APIs (FastAPI or similar)
  • Exposure to Docker / Kubernetes
  • Ability to work independently and solve problems without heavy direction

Nice to Have

  • Kafka or event-driven architecture
  • Experience in financial services or other regulated environments
  • CI/CD and deployment pipeline experience

Senior Python Data Engineer (ETL / APIs) - Why This Role

  • Net new build – not a maintenance role
  • High visibility, critical initiative
  • Opportunity to work across both data + backend engineering
  • Fast-moving team looking to hire ASAP

Location Requirement

  • Must be able to work onsite in Chicago (Wabash area)
  • $65-70+/hr W2

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