Data Engineer

Beghou Consulting • Boston, MA

8h • $90,000 - $110,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Beghou brings over three decades of experience helping life sciences companies optimize their commercialization through strategic insight, advanced analytics, and technology. From developing go-to-market strategies and building foundational data analytics infrastructures to leveraging artificial intelligence to improve customer insights and engagement, Beghou helps life sciences companies maximize performance across their portfolios. Beghou also deploys proprietary and third-party technology solutions to help companies forecast performance, design territories, manage customer data, organize, and report on medical and commercial data, and more. Headquartered in Evanston, Illinois, we have 10 global offices. Our mission is to bring together analytical minds and innovative technology to help life sciences companies navigate the complexity of health care and improve patient outcomes. This role is responsible for building, optimizing and supporting Beghou’s AI forward data platform. This role requires hands on development in Databricks, Python/Pyspark and cloud environments (AWS or Azure), while adhering to software engineering, CI/CD and security best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Engineering, Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or related quantitative field.
• 1-3 year of data engineering experience using Python, including pandas and/or PySpark.
• Strong experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL, Oracle, MySQL, Redshift, or Snowflake.
• Experience with Git-based workflows and CI/CD practices.
• Experience with identity and access management tools (AzureAD/SAML/Okta/OAuth) and cloud security best practices (AWS or Azure).
• We are currently unable to consider candidates who require, or will require in the future, sponsorship for work authorization . Applicants must be authorized to work in the US on a permanent and ongoing basis without the need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with ETL tools (Azure Data Factory, Informatica, SnapLogic, Boomi), preferred.
• Experience with containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes, AWS ECS), preferred.
• At least 6 months of web application development experience with Flask, Django, JavaScript, Ajax, or CSS/HTML, preferred.
• Experience working with AI tools in development workflows preferred.
• Recognized data engineering certifications preferred (e.g., Databricks Data Engineer, Google Cloud Professional Data Engineer, Azure/Fabric Data Engineer, AWS Certified Data Engineer).
• Life Sciences industry experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Works extensively in Databricks, including installing packages, configuring clusters, managing jobs, overseeing user/permission administration, managing Unity Catalog, using Databricks APIs and AI tools, and resolving configuration issues.
• Follows software development best practices including Agile workflows, version control (Git/DevOps), code reviews, testing, and documentation.
• Administers and configure identity/access systems such as AzureAD, SAML, Okta, OAuth, and apply AWS or Azure security best practices.
• Utilizes WYSIWYG ETL tools such as Azure Data Factory, Informatica, SnapLogic, or Boomi.
• Deploys and manages container orchestration environments using Docker, Kubernetes, or AWS ECS.
• Supports web application development using frameworks such as Flask, Django, and front-end technologies like JavaScript, Ajax, CSS/HTML.
• Uses Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) for documentation, reporting, and presentations.
• These essential functions are not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness We provide comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as life & AD&D coverage, disability insurance, and a Lifestyle Wellness Account to help you feel your best.
• Work-Life Balance Our generous PTO, company holidays, and paid parental & bonding leave help you recharge and be present where it matters most. With a flexible hybrid work policy, you’ll enjoy the balance of in-person collaboration and remote flexibility.
• Financial Wellness We invest in your future with a 401(k) and employer match, tax-free commuter, health, and childcare accounts, and performance bonuses. You’ll also receive a monthly phone stipend and access to an employee discount program.
• Growth & Giving Back Through mentorship, training, and tuition reimbursement, we help you grow your career while supporting causes you care about with a charitable donation match.
• Culture & Values Collaboration, innovation, and inclusion define us. Here, you’ll join a community that values your ideas and celebrates your impact.
• Equal Opportunity Employer We are committed to fostering an inclusive company culture that respects and promotes diverse backgrounds and points of view. We seek candidates who will add to our culture and support the company’s vision of a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and collaborative workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level