• Data Architect/ Principal Data Engineer

    Eliassen Group (Cincinnati, OH)


    Data Architect/ Principal Data Engineer

    Cincinnati, OH

    **Type:** Contract

    **Category:** Engineer

    **Industry:** Financial Services

    **Reference ID:** JN -102025-103989

    **Date Posted:** 10/07/2025

    **Shortcut:** http://careers.eliassen.com/fRH2Iy

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    Description:

    Eliassen is looking for a Data Architect to partner with other LOB's to help lead and execute the migration of commercial enterprise data from DB2 to a modern Cloud platform. This role combines hands-on development with strategic planning, ensuring a phased migration with strong data quality and reconciliation.

     

    Work site address: Hybrid – 4 days onsite - Cincinnati, OH 45202

     

    Contract Length or Perm: 8 months with possible extension

     

    Years of Experience: 8-20 Years

     

    Interview Process: Video and/or In-person

     

    _Due to client requirements, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance._

     

    _Rate: $75 - $85 / hr. w2_

    Responsibilities:

    + Design and implement data migration strategies from DB2 to Cloud.

    + Build and optimize ETL pipelines and automation scripts.

    + Use Python for data processing, validation, and reconciliation.

    + Define migration phases, checkpoints, and quality controls.

    + Collaborate with DBAs, architects, and business teams to ensure success.

    Experience Requirements:

    MUST HAVE SKILLS:

    + Business Intelligence – Data Engineering

    + DB and SQL Knowledge

    + Previous large scale migration experience

    NICE TO HAVE SKILLS:

    + Experience with Java and WebSphere Application Server (WAS 9)

    + Familiarity with DevOps for date pipelines and big data frameworks (Spark, Hadoop)

    + Knowledge of data modeling and automation frameworks

    + Python or some ETL language skills

    Requirements:

    + Experience with large-scale database migrations (10K+ customers, multiple LOBs).

    + Strong understanding of Payments and Treasury Management products.

    + Expertise in ETL processes, SQL, and Python for automation.

    + Familiarity with Cloud data services (AWS, Azure, or GCP).

    + Knowledge of data validation, reconciliation, and compliance best practices.

     

    _Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range._

     

    _W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality._

     

    _Please be advised- If anyone reaches out to you about an open position connected with Eliassen Group, please confirm that they have an Eliassen.com email address and never provide personal or financial information to anyone who is not clearly associated with Eliassen Group. If you have any indication of fraudulent activity, please contact [email protected]._

     

    _About Eliassen Group:_

     

    _Eliassen Group is a leading strategic consulting company for human-powered solutions. For over 30 years, Eliassen has helped thousands of companies reach further and achieve more with their technology solutions, financial, risk & compliance, and advisory solutions, and clinical solutions. With offices from coast to coast and throughout Europe, Eliassen provides a local community presence, balanced with international reach. Eliassen Group strives to positively impact the lives of their employees, clients, consultants, and the communities in which they operate._

     

    _Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status._

     

    _Don’t miss out on our referral program! If we hire a candidate that you refer us to then you can be eligible for a $1,000 referral check!_