Lead Data Engineer

Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division SEC OFFICE - INFO TECH - NC FAST Job Classification Title Applications Systems Specialist II (NS) Position Number 65017797 Grade DT11 About Us The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence. Description Of Work The Lead Data Engineer will support and enhance the PATH NC child welfare data ecosystem, ensuring a stable, secure, and user-centered data platform that integrates Salesforce, MuleSoft, Power BI, Synapse, and mainframe data sources. This role leads the design, development, and delivery of scalable data pipelines, models, and integrations that maintain system reliability, meet defined data-quality standards, and uphold strong security and governance practices. The engineer will troubleshoot and resolve data issues within established SLAs, translate stakeholder needs into data solutions that improve accuracy, accessibility, and measurable analytic value, and guide the evolution of data flows across connected systems. The position also evaluates and introduces new data technologies, modernizes the data environment through incremental improvements, and ensures alignment with evolving policy, practice, and reporting requirements. Success in this role requires clear communication, leadership, and long-term strategic planning to keep the data platform accurate, accessible, sustainable, and effective for frontline staff serving children and families. Knowledge Skills And Abilities/Management Preferences Salary Grade Range: $91,600.00 - $160,299.00 Recruitment Range: $91,600.00 - $131,468.00 *Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.* *The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:* Leads the design and delivery of enterprise-grade data pipelines and visualizations sourced from Salesforce and other systems, increasing data availability and analytics adoption by measurable percentages. Builds and optimizes scalable ETL/ELT pipelines using Synapse, MuleSoft, SQL, and Salesforce data connectors, consistently meeting defined performance and reliability SLAs. Develops and maintains high-quality data models that improve reporting accuracy and reduce downstream data issues as measured through validation and reconciliation checks. Implements automated data-quality monitoring and remediation processes for Salesforce-derived datasets, reducing data errors and improving integrity against established thresholds. Troubleshoots complex data issues across integrated platforms resolving root causes within agreed timelines to improve platform stability and user trust. *The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date The Position Is Time-Limited, Concluding on June 30, 2031 *This Position Is Funded In Part Through Federal Funds * This Role Is Eligible To Be Hybrid And Requires Onsite Reporting Located Within Raleigh, NC About The Office Of The Secretary The Office of the Secretary serves as the executive leadership arm of the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS), guiding the Department’s mission to improve the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians. Through strategic oversight and collaborative leadership, the Secretary’s Office supports the effective coordination of over a dozen core divisions, ensuring that agency-wide priorities are aligned, resources are used responsibly, and services are delivered with equity and impact. About The NC DHHS Information Technology Division In collaboration with our partners, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) protects the health and safety of all North Carolinians and provides essential health and human services. The IT division (ITD) is one of the divisions that report to the Operational Excellence portfolio. The ITD division comprises four sections: Implementation and Operations, Strategy and Workforce, Enterprise Technology, and Vendor and Finance. ITD offers the following services but not limited to implementations, operations, project/portfolio management, infrastructure, consulting, business division liaison, digital transformation, IT strategy, enterprise technology, IT contract and vendor management, and data office services. Compensation And Benefits The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit website for State Benefits. Supplemental Contact Information The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified. Degree/College Credit Verification Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. *Transcripts, degree evaluations, and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.* Veterans’ and National Guard Preference Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications. Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application. ADA Accommodations Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below. Minimum Education And Experience Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. Bachelor's degree in computer science or an IT related field or related technical degree from an appropriately accredited institution and *six* years of progressive experience in business application, business intelligence, or enterprise application consulting or development OR Associate degree in computer science or an IT related field or related technical degree from an appropriately accredited institution and *seven* years of progressive experience in business application consulting or development OR High School or General Education Development (GED) diploma and *ten* years of experience in business application, business intelligence, or enterprise application consulting or development OR An equivalent combination of education and experience EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. #J-18808-Ljbffr