AI Data Engineer

AI Data Engineer (Contract)

Please note that this is a contract role providing services to Microsoft through external staffing partners of Allegis Global Solutions. If you are selected for this role, you will be employed by AGS and will not be an employee of Microsoft.

Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Data Analyst and Business Intelligence professional to join a dynamic team focused on transforming complex operational and infrastructure data into trusted, actionable insights. In this fully remote role, you will serve as a critical bridge between data, operations, and business stakeholders — ensuring that data is reliable, meaningful, and accessible. You will analyze large datasets related to power, cooling, environmental systems, and critical infrastructure, while designing scalable reporting solutions and automating manual processes to drive operational excellence and strategic decision-making.

Job Responsibilities:

• Partner with engineering, operations, program management, and leadership teams to define data requirements and develop analytics solutions that drive informed decision-making
• Analyze large and complex datasets to identify trends, anomalies, gaps, risks, and opportunities for operational improvement
• Perform data quality assessments, validation, and verification to ensure accuracy, completeness, consistency, and integrity across multiple sources and systems
• Design, implement, automate, and maintain scalable data collection, transformation, and validation processes that reduce manual effort and improve reliability
• Develop and maintain dashboards, scorecards, KPI reporting, and self-service analytics solutions that provide visibility into operational performance, telemetry health, and business outcomes
• Create data validation frameworks, monitoring processes, and quality controls to proactively detect and resolve data issues
• Collaborate with technical teams to improve data models, metadata management, reporting structures, and overall data governance practices
• Translate complex technical findings into clear, actionable insights and recommendations tailored for both technical and executive audiences
• Drive continuous improvement through automation, standardization, and implementation of scalable reporting and analytics solutions
• Support root cause analysis and investigative efforts by leveraging data to identify underlying drivers of performance issues and operational risks
• Document processes, methodologies, reporting requirements, and data quality standards to ensure consistency and scalability

Requirements:

• 4+ years of experience conducting data quality verification to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency across critical infrastructure data sources
• 4+ years of experience performing data analysis to identify trends, anomalies, gaps, and performance opportunities
• 3+ years of experience developing intuitive dashboards and reports providing clear visibility into metrics, operational health, and program outcomes
• Experience in business intelligence, reporting, data quality management, or related analytical disciplines
• Background working with data center or equivalent critical infrastructure environments including power distribution and environmental systems strongly preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field required
• 5–7 years of applicable professional experience required
• Strong data quality validation, verification, and monitoring expertise with the ability to ensure accuracy and integrity across multiple data sources
• Proficiency developing dashboards and visualizations using business intelligence tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms
• Experience analyzing telemetry, operational, IoT, industrial controls, or critical infrastructure data including power and cooling systems
• Ability to automate manual processes using scripting, workflow automation, or data integration technologies
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, analytical thinking, and investigative skills with a focus on identifying root causes
• Experience developing executive-level dashboards and KPI scorecards that communicate complex findings to diverse audiences
• Solid written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present insights clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Demonstrated success delivering scalable solutions that improve efficiency, data accuracy, and operational visibility
• Experience with data center or critical infrastructure health and performance data is highly desirable
• Familiarity with automated data validation and exception management processes

Additional Details:

• Location: Remote
• Duration: 12 months
• Pay Range*: $68.50 - $77.50 per hour
• Weekly Schedule: 40 hours
• Job Status: Non-Exempt
• Application Deadline: Apply within 72 hours of the posting date to ensure consideration.

This role is eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Hospital plans
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Company paid Basic Life and AD&D as well as voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Company paid short and long-term disability
• Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave(PTO, Allegis Group Paid Family Leave, Parental Leave

Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

AGS 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.

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In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, employment is contingent upon verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States. All persons hired will be required to complete Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation as required by law.

Please note that we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. These tools may analyze application materials and assist our team in identifying candidates whose qualifications best match the requirements of the role. If you have questions about our use of AI in the hiring process, or would like more information, please contact us.

*We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to protected classifications.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.