Junior Data Engineer

This is a remote position.

As a Junior Data Engineer, you will support the design, development, and maintenance of modern cloud-based data solutions. Working closely with senior engineers, you’ll gain hands-on experience in building the infrastructure that powers analytics, reporting, and automation across the company. This role emphasizes learning, growth, and exposure to AWS technologies such as Redshift, Glue, S3, Lambda, along with Python, SQL, and Power BI.

• Assist in developing and maintaining data pipelines using AWS services (Glue, Lambda, Redshift, S3).
  

• Load, process, and transform data from APIs and other sources into the data warehouse.
  

• Help build and update database tables, functions, and schemas.
  

• Support ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) jobs and troubleshoot basic data issues.
  

• Contribute to reporting and automation solutions using Power BI and .NET (with guidance).
  

• Participate in infrastructure provisioning with AWS CloudFormation (under supervision).
  

• Collaborate with senior engineers to learn best practices in data engineering, database design, and cloud operations.
  

• Document data solutions and internal processes.
  

What You'll Need

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent training in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
  

• 0–1 years of experience in data engineering, software development, or cloud technologies (internships, coursework, or projects are welcome).
  

• Knowledge of Python (for scripting/automation)
  

• Knowledge of SQL (basic querying and relational database concepts)
  

• Strong eagerness to work with AWS technologies and learn new tools.
  

• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.
  

• Familiarity with AWS services (Redshift, Glue, S3, Lambda) through projects or coursework.
  

• Understanding of ETL and data pipeline concepts.
  

• Exposure to Power BI or other visualization tools.
  

• A problem-solving mindset with a drive for continuous improvement.
  

• Awareness or knowledge of IT security best practices as defined by ISO/SOC or similar.
  

Why Aspire
In addition to a competitive long-term total compensation with salary and performance-based bonus, we have a reward philosophy that expands beyond this. 

• Be part of a (Remote is here-to stay) organization 
  
• Work and learn from great minds 
  
• Explore new opportunities to learn and grow everyday by attending technical and nontechnical training 
  
• Get market exposure by working with international tech leaders 
  
• Nursery reimbursement benefit 
  
• Aspire Wellness Program 
  
• Attend virtual and onsite international tech conference
  
• Exposure to work in an IT environment that adheres to rigorous security and compliance standards defined by ISO/ SOC.