Senior Data Engineer / Databricks / AI / Chicagoland Area

$60 - $75

A rapidly growing enterprise organization in the automotive technology and distribution space is seeking a Data Engineer to join its team in Oak Brook, Illinois. This full-time role offers the opportunity to build scalable cloud-based data solutions that support analytics, operational reporting, machine learning, and AI initiatives. The ideal candidate will have experience with Python, SQL, modern data platforms, and enterprise-scale ETL development.

What makes this opportunity stand out is the chance to help modernize a complex data ecosystem that spans cloud platforms, APIs, operational applications, and legacy databases. The organization is making substantial investments in data-driven decision making and artificial intelligence, creating an environment where engineers can influence architecture, work with cutting-edge technologies, and make a measurable business impact. This is an ideal role for professionals who enjoy solving large-scale data challenges while collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders.

Required Skills & Experience

• 4+ years of Data Engineering experience

• Strong SQL development expertise

• Python or Scala programming experience

• Experience building ETL/ELT pipelines

• Hands-on experience with Snowflake, Databricks, Redshift, or BigQuery

• Knowledge of data warehousing concepts and dimensional modeling

• Experience with orchestration platforms such as Airflow, Prefect, or Dagster

• Understanding of CI/CD practices and version control

• Experience integrating data from APIs and enterprise applications

Desired Skills & Experience

• AWS cloud experience

• Experience with Kafka or Kinesis

• Streaming data architecture

• AI/ML data pipeline exposure

• Supply chain, ERP, or CRM integration experience

• Data observability and monitoring tools

• Enterprise-scale data modernization projects

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

What You Will Be Doing

Tech Breakdown

• 40% Python Development

• 30% SQL & Data Engineering

• 20% Cloud Data Platforms (Snowflake/Databricks/AWS)

• 10% Data Orchestration & Automation

Daily Responsibilities

• 75% Hands On Engineering

• 15% Team Collaboration

• 10% Strategic Architecture & Design

The Offer

• Competitive Salary

You will receive the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.

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Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.