Become a Data Engineer: Gain Industry Experience
Add real-world data engineering experience to your resume that employers actually value.
Projects: Choose between two real-world data engineering challenges at Branchy Solution:
- Build end-to-end ETL pipelines using Snowflake, dbt, and Airflow (entry-level)
- Create cloud data infrastructure with AWS services including EC2, S3, Lambda, and Redshift (advanced)
Your Team: You'll be working with Yiming (Mentor and Project Manager) and Sara (Client, AI) to solve data challenges at Branchy Solution.
Data Engineering Projects
Hi there! I'm Yiming, your mentor and project manager. I'll be guiding you through these data engineering projects and helping you develop your technical skills.
Hello! I'm Sara, the data science director at Branchy Solution. As Branchy Solution's client, I'm excited to work with you on building robust data pipelines and cloud infrastructure that will power our analytics platform.
Thanks for the introduction! I'm looking forward to working with both of you. I have some experience with databases but I'm excited to learn more about ETL pipelines and cloud architecture. Which project should I start with?
A New Learning Experience
Forget traditional courses. Immerse yourself in real-world data engineering challenges that build your technical skills and portfolio simultaneously.
Learn By Doing
No more passive learning. Work in a realistic virtual environment with actual data challenges from Branchy Solution that mirror industry demands.
Build Your Portfolio
Create tangible work products that demonstrate your skills to employers. Get company verification that validates your experience.
Expert Guidance
Receive personalized feedback from industry professionals who know exactly what employers are looking for in today's data engineers.
Data Engineering Challenges
Branchy Solution, a technology consultancy with expertise in data systems, offers two real-world projects to help you gain practical experience. Choose the challenge that matches your skill level and career goals.
Project 1: ETL Pipeline Development (Entry-Level)
Build end-to-end data pipelines using Snowflake, dbt Core, and Apache Airflow. Design data models, implement data quality checks, and optimize query performance for business intelligence needs.
Project 2: AWS Cloud Infrastructure (Advanced)
Create scalable cloud data infrastructure with AWS services including EC2, S3, Lambda, Redshift, and more. Implement security best practices, real-time data processing, and infrastructure-as-code using Terraform.
These are the exact types of challenges that data engineers tackle daily in tech companies—portfolio pieces that demonstrate real technical skills and business impact.
Branchy Solution
Technology Consultancy · Seattle, WA
Leading technology consultancy delivering data-informed systems across e-commerce, finance, and logistics sectors. Known for lean, agile projects that drive business results.
About this Virtual Work Experience
This experience allows you to work as a Data Engineer at Branchy Solution, solving real business challenges.
Preview the workspaceSkills & Experience You'll Gain
Develop a comprehensive skill set that employers actively seek in data engineering professionals
Technical Skills
Data Modelling
- Design and implement data models for ETL pipelines
- Create CTEs and window functions for data transformation
- Optimize query performance for large-scale data warehouses
ETL Pipeline
- Develop ETL scripts using Python for data extraction and transformation
- Create AWS Lambda functions for serverless data processing
- Implement data quality checks and pipeline monitoring scripts
AWS / Cloud Infrastructure
- Configure and manage AWS services (EC2, S3, Lambda, Redshift)
- Implement infrastructure-as-code using Terraform
- Design secure and scalable cloud data architectures
Professional Skills
Communication & Presentation
- Present complex data insights to non-technical stakeholders
- Create compelling data stories that drive business decisions
- Collaborate effectively in cross-functional team environments
Technical Leadership
- Design scalable data architectures that meet business requirements
- Implement data governance and security best practices
- Optimize infrastructure costs while meeting performance SLAs
Portfolio Artifacts You'll Create
A complete end-to-end data pipeline using Snowflake, dbt Core, and Apache Airflow with documentation and optimization strategies.
A scalable cloud data infrastructure using AWS services with Terraform configuration files and security best practices.
A GitHub repository with well-documented code, tests, and deployment instructions for your data engineering solutions.
Get Verified Skills That Employers Trust
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- 1Complete real-world projects
Solve the same challenges faced by professional data engineers
- 2Get expert verification
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Kickstart Your Data Engineering Career
Choose the plan that fits your needs.
Essential Mentorship
- Four 1-on-1 mentorship sessions
- Complete project portfolio development
- Professional resume optimization
- Mock interview coaching
- Professional networking guidance
- Unlimited Q&A via chat
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- Dedicated job application concierge
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Connect with a Network of Data Professionals
Become part of a thriving community at Brave where you can learn, collaborate, and grow alongside fellow data enthusiasts.
Learn From Peers
Exchange knowledge and insights with experienced data professionals
Collaborate on Projects
Work together on real-world data challenges and build your portfolio
Accelerate Your Career
Access job opportunities and career resources exclusive to our community
"Being part of this community has been invaluable for my growth as a data engineer. Connecting with other professionals, exchanging ideas, and getting feedback on real projects gave me fresh insights and pushed my skills further. Those conversations and collaborations ultimately helped me make a successful move into a new role."