Hadoop / Python Engineer

Contract consulting opportunity for an experienced Machine Learning Engineer with Hadoop / Python experience.

• Hybrid onsite (approx 2-3 days / week) - Must be local to Minneapolis metro
• Client work authorization requirements : US Citizen or GC holder
• W2 hourly only (No C2C)
• Must have experience with Hadoop, Spark, Python, Orchestration

Seeking a Machine Learning Engineer to support and maintain critical batch jobs responsible for generating high-volume forecasts. These jobs are scheduled using a proprietary in-house scheduler and run R, Python, Bash, and Spark on an in-house YARN-managed cluster.

You will play a key role in enabling smooth day-to-day operations by watching, restarting, and debugging jobs in order to minimize downtime and system reliability. Besides operations, you will also contribute towards code enhancements, performance optimization, and observability instrumentation to improve workflow efficiency and stability.

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This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact on a large-scale forecasting platform, working at the intersection of Machine Learning Operations, Data Engineering, and Infrastructure Automation. You'll collaborate with a technically strong team and contribute to both system stability and innovation.

ITR Group offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, and 401(k) for eligible employees. The W2 pay range for this type of role is approximately $70.00-89.00 per billable hour. This range is an estimate and not a guarantee of compensation. The final rate will be determined by factors such as experience, market trends, and specific job assignments. Discover more about how ITR Group connects top talent with leading client opportunities.