Principal Data Engineer (Remote)

hackajob is collaborating with 8th Light to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Who We Are At 8th Light, we bring life to the best ideas. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Chicago, we are a technology solutions consultancy that partners with organizations from early-stage startups to the world's largest companies. We take on hard software challenges and turn them into durable results. We build agentic products, the platforms they run on, and the engineering and design …

Our engineering team is dedicated to building robust, scalable solutions that solve real-world problems. You will work alongside senior developers to architect and deploy high-quality code. We emphasize continuous learning, peer code reviews, and staying ahead of the curve with emerging technologies.

Requirements

• Proficiency in at least one modern programming language (Python, JS, Java, etc.).
• Understanding of software development life cycles and version control (Git).
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to technical detail.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) is a plus.
• Ability to work in an agile, fast-paced environment.
• Degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience.