Senior Data Engineer

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

Requirements:

• 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