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[Remote] Senior Data Engineer

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Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Empower is dedicated to transforming financial lives and fostering a flexible, inclusive work environment. The Senior Data Engineer will design, build, and maintain the data infrastructure, collaborating with various teams to implement scalable data solutions on AWS that support data-driven reporting across the organization.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable data and file ingestion frameworks
  • Collaborate with cross-functional value stream teams, analysts, and business stakeholders to understand and refine data requirements and translate them into technical solutions
  • Optimize data ingestion frameworks for performance and reliability
  • Implement data governance and security best practices
  • Troubleshoot data integrity and performance issues
  • Participate in code reviews and enforce coding standards
  • Mentor more junior engineers and provide technical guidance on complex projects
  • Contribute to architectural decisions and design discussions
  • Advise on and work on strategic initiatives to mitigate and alleviate core data application issues, including opportunities for process automation
  • Stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in data engineering and apply them to improve the data framework
  • Collaborate with colleagues on best practices and data application issues
  • Complete other duties as assigned

Skills

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, such as Information Systems, Mathematics, or Software Engineering, or an equivalent combination of training and experience
  • 4-6 years of data engineering experience with a proven track record of designing and implementing scalable ingestion frameworks
  • Proficiency in ETL development and design using Python, PySpark, and big data technologies such as Hadoop or Spark
  • Strong SQL knowledge and RDBMS experience with a recognized database such as Postgres, Redshift, or MySQL
  • Hands-on experience with the AWS platform using DynamoDB, EMR Serverless, Lambdas, or related services
  • Deep understanding of data modeling, ETL processes, and data warehousing concepts
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
  • Experience working with Agile methodology and scrum processes
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and lead more junior engineers
  • 3+ years of IT experience in financial services or another highly regulated industry
  • Use of JIRA in Agile development
  • Knowledge of DevOps and CI/CD best practices
  • Experience with new technologies such as QuickSight or Co-Pilot
  • Ability to communicate in a friendly and professional manner with customers and colleagues, remain calm in stressful situations, independently troubleshoot program errors regardless of technology, and write user-friendly explanations of highly technical functionality
  • Customer focus, including delivering internal and external customer service excellence, listening skills, patience, empathy, authenticity, proactivity, and perseverance with external and internal customers
  • Ability to uphold commitment to delivering optimal solutions in a timely manner while balancing customer needs with the best interests of the organization
  • Ability to maintain a positive approach despite challenges, constraints, and customer emotions
  • Ability to build collaborative and cooperative relationships and effectively manage conflict
  • Ability to find common ground and build trust with co-workers, managers, partners, and customers through inclusiveness and appreciation for diverse backgrounds, cultures, thoughts, and experiences
  • Ability to operate with integrity and communicate respectfully in language, writing, and actions
  • Ability to show interest in and support the success of others, provide encouragement, and celebrate wins
  • Ability to address conflict openly and respectfully through proper channels

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
  • Retirement savings – 401(k) plan with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%), financial advisory services, potential company discretionary contribution, and a broad investment lineup
  • Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
  • Business-casual environment that includes the option to wear jeans
  • Generous paid time off upon hire – including a paid time off program plus ten paid company holidays and three floating holidays each calendar year
  • Paid volunteer time — 16 hours per calendar year
  • Leave of absence programs – including paid parental leave, paid short- and long-term disability, and Family and Medical Leave (FMLA)
  • Business Resource Groups (BRGs) – BRGs facilitate inclusion and collaboration across our business internally and throughout the communities where we live, work and play. BRGs are open to all.
  • Other necessary computer equipment, will be provided.

Company Overview

  • EMPower is a non-governmental agency for social well being. It was founded in 1891, and is headquartered in Greenwood Village, Colorado, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.empower.com.
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