AARP is hiring for Data Engineer | $121.5K/ yr – $135K/ yr

About AARP

AARP is the nation’s largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering people 50 and older to choose how they live as they age. With a nationwide presence, AARP strengthens communities and advocates for health, financial security, and personal fulfillment. AARP is also a trusted source for news and information through publications like AARP The Magazine and AARP Bulletin.

Role Overview

• Establish technical roadmaps and lifecycle strategies that balance value, cost, and performance.
• Ensure integration, data, and security best practices throughout the data lifecycle.
• Deliver scalable data solutions aligned with business outcomes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical data issues.
• Continuously improve methodologies and services based on business needs.
• Participate in a community of interest with other engineers to share knowledge.
• Maintain deep technical expertise across data systems and platforms.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience designing and maintaining data pipelines and infrastructure.
• Strong proficiency in SQL and Python (Databricks, PySpark, etc.).
• Experience with big data technologies like Spark, Hadoop, or Delta Lake.
• Knowledge of ETL/ELT, APIs, batch, and streaming data integration.
• Background in data modeling, scalability, and optimization.
• Familiarity with modern cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, Databricks).

This role operates in a hybrid work environment (remote Mondays and Fridays). AARP offers a competitive benefits package including:

• 401(k) and company-funded pension plan
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and paid time off
• Parental, sick, caregiving, and vacation leave
• Performance-based and peer-based recognition
• Tuition reimbursement