Senior Data Engineer

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The Senior Data Architect implements methods to improve data reliability and quality. This role combines raw information from different sources to create consistent and machine-readable formats. This position also develops and tests architectures that enable data extraction and transformation for predictive or prescriptive modeling. 

Essential Responsibilities 

• Analyze and organize raw data. 

• Develop and maintain datasets. 

• Improve data quality and efficiency. 

• Interpret trends and patterns. 

• Conduct complex data analysis and report on results. 

• Prepare data for prescriptive and predictive modeling. 

• Build algorithms and prototypes. 

• Combine raw information from different sources. 

• Explore ways to enhance data quality and reliability. 

• Identify opportunities for data acquisition. 

• Develop analytical tools and programs. 

• Complete all required training modules and certifications prior to the due date. 

• Ensure all safety policies and procedures are followed to ensure a safe work environment for all. 

• Communicate professionally with all internal and external contacts. 

• Follow all Company policies and execute Company standards on appearance and functionality as well as appropriate brand representation. 

• Communicate any concerns or issues to leadership to ensure proper efficiency of department and company operations. 

Non-Essential Responsibilities 

• Collaborate with data scientists and architects on several projects. 

• Execute company initiatives and other activities requested by supervisor. 

• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities. 

• Contribute ideas on ways to optimize or improve the team, the department, and the Company. 

Education 

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, IT, or similar field required 

• Master's Degree in Computer Science, IT, or similar field preferred 

Professional Experience 

• 5+ Years hands-on experience in Cloud Environment. 

• Strong experience using Azure Synapse. 

• Experience in Azure Databricks preferred 

• Hands-on coding experience in any language, preferably Python. 

Skills List 

• Ability to build a common identity with others that aligns with company goals and fosters mutual respect. Demonstrates integrity by living the company values in their relationships. Shows respect for other’s contributions and gives honest feedback that is positive and constructive. Seeks to understand before being understood. 

• Can demonstrate and reinforce expected behavior that drives performance and is consistent with the organization’s core values and ethics. Focuses efforts on critical activities that yield high impact and effectively achieves results. 

• Ability to quickly learn product knowledge, skills, and technical proficiencies that are required for the role. Able to successfully complete course work and develop a keen understanding of the Company and industry. 

• Able to maintain a high-level of energy and self-motivation to achieve goals. Looks beyond his/her job requirement to make a contribution and offer support to the overall organization. 

• Can pinpoint the actual nature and cause of problems, as well as the underlying dynamics. Identifies useful sources of information and uses only what is essential to address an issue. Understands what is within his/her span of influence and control and operates within that scope to deliver results. 

• Willing and able to seek others' help in constructively resolving problems and hold themselves and others responsible for outcomes. Supports the right to agree and disagree while engaging others positively throughout the process. Encourages and contributes constructive feedback. 

• Proficient at using time effectively while concentrating on more important priorities. Quickly modifies behavior to deal effectively with change in the work environment. Efficiently manages shifting priorities to drive the best outcome for the business while supporting the team. 

• Ability to accurately receive and interpret messages, practice attentive, active listening with co-workers and/or guests with patience, and accurately restate opinions of others. 

• Skilled in expressing self clearly to the organization in a variety of styles such as constructing a logical argument, electronic mail, note taking, or summarizing. Reviews and edits materials to improve clarity while ensuring messages are targeted for the intended audience. 

• Adept at staying informed on industry trends and technology in the competitive landscape. Analyzes the information to improve overall team performance and future planning. Looks for ways to win in the local marketplace or in business unit. Surfaces ideas to improve competitiveness and identify obstacles. 

• Willing to make difficult decisions while understanding when to gain consensus. Ability to calculate risk factors in measuring potential obstacles and assess possible outcomes. Consistently seeks information to support informed decision making. 

• Quickly able to identify when there is a need to change personal or interpersonal behavior, as well as leadership style. Is self-aware and knows how others respond to his/her influence and performance. Is sensitive to personal demands and requirements and is willing to adjust, accordingly. 

• Proficient in SQL Query writing. 

• Good problem-solving skills. 

• Able to remain results-orientated with emphasis on continuous improvement. 

• Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail . 

Competencies 

Knowledge 

• SQL Server High 

• Azure Cloud High 

• Good knowledge of building data pipelines on Azure Cloud 

• Knowledge of Microsoft Fabric 

• Good understanding of Data Warehousing concepts and ETL best practices 

Licenses and Certifications 

• Data engineering certification (e.g GCP Data Engineer) Upon Hire preferred 

Physical Demands 

Office Environment 

• Sitting for up to 8+ hours 

• Standing occasionally 

• Walking occasionally 

• Talking frequently 

• Hearing Frequently 

• Usage of hands and fingers 

• Reaching with hands and arms 

• Occasionally Working Alone 

• Store Maintenance/ Cleaning