Senior Platform Engineer- Data Science

Description This person will need to be onsite 4 days a week. The target location is Columbus but open to Minneapolis, Dallas, and Tupelo.

Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Platform Engineer who will be part of the Platform team managing the Data Science platform.

Job Responsibilities:

• Support ongoing Data Science Infrastructure operations.
• Develop and deploy AWS environments using CI/CD processes for a rapidly growing team of Data Scientists.
• Manage and support large-scale environments to meet the needs of current and future Data Science teams.
• Champion and mature the environment by implementing and overseeing the image management lifecycle process.
• Assist in setting up and managing AWS accounts specifically for the Data Science platform.
• Provide hands-on development using CI/CD tools such as Azure DevOps.
• Utilize Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform for environment setup and management.
• Develop scripts and applications using programming languages such as Python.
• Manage database technologies including Athena, Oracle, MySQL, and Postgres.
• Leverage AWS services essential for Data Lake, Data Science, AI/ML teams.
• Handle and resolve requests from development and business users, addressing any roadblocks.
• Manage secured infrastructure, enforce security measures, and apply necessary guard rails.
• Resolve infrastructure vulnerabilities within SLAs and maintain audit logs.
• Perform system upgrades and patching, providing on-call support as needed.
• Conduct root cause analysis and knowledge transfer sessions with the internal team.
• Collaborate with Network, Database, Infrastructure, and Architecture teams to align on projects and strategies.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field.
• 5+ years experience in Data Science Infrastructure.
• 5+ years extensive experience with Data Lake, Data Science, and AI/ML services hosted on AWS infrastructure.
• 5+ years working knowledge of the following technologies: o Kubernetes o AWS services such as SageMaker, Glue, Lambda, Athena o CI/CD tools like Azure DevOps o IaC tools like Terraform o Docker and ECR (Elastic Container Registry) o Security tools like AQUA and Kenna
• 5+ years experience in technical write-ups.

Preferred Qualifications:

• AWS and Terraform certified professionals. Kubernetes or CKA
• Familiarity with technical service management and product life cycle maintenance.
• Knowledge of programming and scripting languages such as Python and shell scripting.
• In-depth knowledge of database technologies like Athena, Oracle, MySQL.
• Extensive experience with CI/CD and IaC tools such as Azure DevOps and Terraform.

Skills aws, ci/cd, IaC, Cloud, Python, Terraform Top Skills Details aws,ci/cd,IaC Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, OH. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $68.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 19, 2026. h4>

About TEKsystems:

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.