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Associate Data Engineer, Gradient Specialist
Chicago, IL
Live, first seen by us 26 days ago- Pay
USD 70,000–75,000/year · BaseAnnual period assumed — pay source
US Base Salary Range $70,000—$75,000 USD Please note, we cannot sponsor or transfer any visas, of any kind, at this time.
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Before you apply
- New graduates
- Open to new graduates
The Gradient Specialist program is our differentiator training program that focuses on preparing recent graduates for their careers in technology consulting
- Work authorization
- Must already have the right to work
Please note, we cannot sponsor or transfer any visas, of any kind, at this time
What you’ll work on
Full postingThe Gradient Specialist program is our differentiator training program that focuses on preparing recent graduates for their careers in technology consulting.
Completing this program means you are a GCP Certified 66degrees Specialist prepared for your career at 66degrees guiding enterprises through the age of AI by transforming their data into intelligent solutions that drive real business impact and empower their people to shape the future of work.
Complete the Gradient Development Program training
Pursue Google Cloud Platform certifications matched to your career track
Work with technical and business leads to turn business requirements into solutions
From the employer’s posting
The Gradient Specialist program is our differentiator training program that focuses on preparing recent graduates for their careers in technology consulting. Learning from our very own Google Cloud Certified experts, we nurture your talent and accelerate your learning through structured training, hands-on building, and mentorship.
Completing this program means you are a GCP Certified 66degrees Specialist prepared for your career at 66degrees guiding enterprises through the age of AI by transforming their data into intelligent solutions that drive real business impact and empower their people to shape the future of work. Are you ready to become our next GCP expert?
Complete the Gradient Development Program training.
Pursue and obtain Google Cloud Platform Certifications based on your matched career track.
Work with technical and business leads to transfer global business requirements into sound solutions.
What you’ll bring
All qualificationsCore experience
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Data Science or similar, graduating Spring 2027
- Programming or scripting experience in any language
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Analytical skills for solving complex problems
- Commitment to the Gradient Specialist Program and the technical career that follows
Preferred experience
- Python experience
Qualification wording
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Data Science or similar, graduating in Spring 2027.
Programming or scripting experience in any language, Python preferred.
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Ability to use analytical skills to solve complex problems.
Ability to commit to our Gradient Specialist Program and the technical career that follows.
Python preferred.
Education & alternatives
Qualifications - Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Data Science or similar, graduating in Spring 2027. - Programming or scripting experience in any language, Python preferred.
Posting record
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- Oct 9, 202626 days ago
- Recorded sightings
- 26
- Last seen by us
- Nov 4, 2026
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How this job compares
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Where the posting names them
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Data Science or similar, graduating in Spring 2027. - Programming or scripting experience in any language, Python preferred. - Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Role Overview The Gradient Specialist program is our differentiator training program that focuses on preparing recent graduates for their careers in technology consulting. Learning from our very own Google Cloud Certified experts, we nurture your talent and accelerate your learning through structured training, hands-on building, and mentorship. Completing this program means you are a GCP Certified 66degrees Specialist prepared for your career at 66degrees guiding enterprises through the age of AI by transforming their data into intelligent solutions that drive real business impact and empower their people to shape the future of work. Are you ready to become our next GCP expert?
- Complete the Gradient Development Program training. - Pursue and obtain Google Cloud Platform Certifications based on your matched career track. - Work with technical and business leads to transfer global business requirements into sound solutions.
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About the role
We file this job under Data Engineer, by the work the posting describes.
Data engineers build and run the pipelines that copy data out of apps and outside services into a warehouse or lake, and fix them when a source changes or a load fails.
Expect SQL, Python, a cloud platform, a scheduler such as Airflow, and often tools for large data such as Spark or Kafka.
An analytics engineer works one step later, turning the raw data a data engineer lands into clean tables people can query.
US government figures for database architects
- Median yearly pay, May 2025
- $139,500
- Expected change, 2025 to 2035
- 9.4% more jobsagainst 3.5% for all jobs
The government has no code for data engineers, so these figures are for the closest group, database architects, which includes data integration and data warehousing specialists.
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025) and Employment Projections (2025 to 2035). Occupation code 15-1243.
Job description
Overview of 66degrees
66degrees is an end-to-end AI transformation partner that guides enterprises from complex business challenges to clear, quantifiable outcomes. Our company is the culmination of several successful firms, each a leader in its own right in cloud, artificial intelligence, and data. This convergence of talent and expertise is how we help businesses reach their own "inflection point," where chaotic data becomes a strategic asset, complexity becomes clarity, and AI becomes an engine for growth. Our ultimate vision is to be the catalyst for a future where every business operates as an intelligent enterprise, with autonomous systems unlocking human potential.
At 66degrees, we believe in thriving through challenges and winning together. These values not only guide us in achieving our goals as a company but also for our people. We are dedicated to creating a significant impact for our employees by fostering a culture that sparks innovation and supports professional and personal growth along the way.
Role Overview
The Gradient Specialist program is our differentiator training program that focuses on preparing recent graduates for their careers in technology consulting. Learning from our very own Google Cloud Certified experts, we nurture your talent and accelerate your learning through structured training, hands-on building, and mentorship.
Completing this program means you are a GCP Certified 66degrees Specialist prepared for your career at 66degrees guiding enterprises through the age of AI by transforming their data into intelligent solutions that drive real business impact and empower their people to shape the future of work. Are you ready to become our next GCP expert?
This exciting opportunity is based out of our Downtown Chicago office.
Responsibilities
A Gradient Specialist’s responsibilities and duties are as follows:
- Complete the Gradient Development Program training.
- Pursue and obtain Google Cloud Platform Certifications based on your matched career track.
- Work with technical and business leads to transfer global business requirements into sound solutions.
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Data Science or similar, graduating in Spring 2027.
- Programming or scripting experience in any language, Python preferred.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Ability to use analytical skills to solve complex problems.
- Strong organizational skills including the ability to prioritize, handle multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently or as part of a team.
- Ability to commit to our Gradient Specialist Program and the technical career that follows.
Please note, we cannot sponsor or transfer any visas, of any kind, at this time.
66degrees is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability status or other legally protected class.
Base salary packages are based on function, candidate skill set, education, and relevant experience.
US Base Salary Range
$70,000—$75,000 USD
Please note, we cannot sponsor or transfer any visas, of any kind, at this time.
66degrees is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability status or other legally protected class.
AI Transparency & Disclosure
As an AI transformation partner, 66degrees leverages intelligent solutions to enhance our recruitment experience. We utilize AI tools—including LinkedIn Recruiter’s Hiring Assistant and interview transcription technologies—to assist with sourcing, role analysis, and capturing interview highlights.
These tools augment our process, but we "Commit to Our Craft" by ensuring all final hiring decisions are made by our human Talent Team. By applying, you acknowledge the use of these technologies to help us "Win Together" in finding the best fit for our team.
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- Pay
US Base Salary Range $70,000—$75,000 USD Please note, we cannot sponsor or transfer any visas, of any kind, at this time.
- Location & working pattern
Chicago, IL
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