#19892 - Data Engineer (Python)

Are you interested in working with the world’s leading AI-powered Quality Engineering company? Ready to advance your career, team up with global thought leaders across industries, and make a difference every day? Join us at Qualitest!

We’re seeking a Data Engineer (Python) to join our growing team in Oakbrook Terrace, IL.

Role: Data Engineer (Python)
Location: Oakbrook Terrace, IL

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Data Engineer (Python) to join our development team. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in designing, developing, and maintaining software applications using Python as well as maintaining data flows and dashboards in PowerBI. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, efficient, and high-quality solutions that meet business and technical requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy applications and services using Python.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code following best practices and coding standards.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to gather requirements and deliver solutions.
• Optimize applications for maximum performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Perform code reviews, unit testing, and integration testing to ensure software quality.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing applications.
• Stay current with emerging trends, tools, and frameworks in Python and software engineering.
• Audit, transform, and clean data from Databases.
• Manage data connections in PowerBI.
• Adjust and publish PowerBI Dashboards to fit the needs of the team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field such as Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• Experience in data engineering, data pipelines, or machine learning frameworks (e.g., Pandas, NumPy, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Background in DevOps practices (CI/CD, automation).
• Experience in Python development (1+ years preferred).
• Experience in PowerBI (1+ years preferred).
• Experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Experience auditing data.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Preferred Skills (Nice-to-Have)

• Knowledge of microservices architecture and distributed systems.
• Familiarity with front-end technologies (React, Angular, Vue.js) is a plus.
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborative development workflows.
• Strong understanding of Python frameworks such as Django, Flask, or FastAPI.
• Knowledge of software development methodologies (Agile/Scrum).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) is a plus.
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) is desirable.

Benefits
Why QualiTest?

• Be a part of a company who strives to support for diversity and inclusion in the workplace – we are one, we are many at Qualitest. Celebrate culture, share knowledge with engineers from around the globe, and inspire each other through our differences. We have more than 40% women and around 120 different nationalities.
• Local and global opportunities – we offer you internal rotation and international mobility opportunities to grow your career.
• Clear view of your career and progression with the company – Qualitest is growing massively (since 2021 – tripled our employees base – we now have more than 8,000 engineers) and giving you the opportunity to grow with us.
• Work hard and play harder with our flexible and casual culture. Take a break from work and join an employee event, or enjoy the amenities and games provided from one of our Employees Centers.Save your earnings and prepare for your future by enrolling in our 401k plan where Qualitest will match your contributions accelerating your savings plan.
• Take care of health with enrollment into one of our competitive healthcare benefits. Qualitest will match towards your HSA if you choose to participate.
• Never stop experimenting and learning with QCraft – our Learning & Development platform: 50,000+ courses, 300+ virtual labs, mentorship and leadership programs, professional tribes, sponsored certifications, and much more.
• Stay active and get rewarded with our Corporate Wellness Program. We pay your Gym membership and giving you opportunities to Earn additional vacation times for attendance the gym!
• Earn bonuses via our Client Referral and Employee Referral Program’s. Refer and earn – tap your network for net-worth.
• We recognize our employees work via our Qudos platform - You can earn bonuses and spot awards by celebrating your and your peers’ achievements.
• Planning a vacation? Looking for car insurance? Get access to Qualitest Employee Perks for discounts on anything from travel to electronics. With so many offerings the savings are endless!
• A Competitive pay, the salary range for the role is $70,000 - $75,000.
• Intrigued to find more about us?
• Visit our website at https://www.qualitestgroup.com/
• If you like what you have read, send us your resume and let’s start talking!