Data Engineer 5

Data Engineer

The main function of a data engineer is to ensure that the data assets of an organization are supported by an architecture that supports the organization in achieving its strategic goal. A typical data engineer is responsible for setting enterprise standards for databases, data integration, and the means to get to the data.

Job Responsibilities:

• Direct programmers and analysts to make changes to existing databases and database management systems.
• Direct others in coding logical and physical database descriptions.
• Review project requests describing database user needs to estimate time and cost required to accomplish project.
• Review and approve database development and determine project scope and limitations.
• Approve, schedule, plan and supervise the installation and testing of new products and improvements to computer systems.
• Implement security measures to safeguard information in computer files against accidental or unauthorized damage, modification or disclosure.
• Develop standards and guidelines to guide the use and acquisition of software and to protect vulnerable information.

Skills:

• Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Expert ability to work independently and manage ones time.
• Expert leadership and mentoring skills necessary to provide support and constructive performance feedback.
• Expert knowledge of logical data modeling and physical data modeling.
• Expert knowledge of computer software, such as SQL, Visual Basic, Oracle, etc.

Education/Experience:

• Associate's degree in computer programming or a relevant field required. Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 8+ years experience required.