Data Engineer

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:

• Test programs or databases, correct errors and make necessary modifications.
• Modify existing databases and database management systems or direct programmers and analysts to make changes.
• Write and code logical and physical database descriptions and specify identifiers of database to management system or direct others in coding descriptions.

Skills:

• Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Basic ability to work independently and manage one’s time.
• Basic knowledge of logical data modeling and physical data modeling.
• Basic 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.
• 2-4 years experience required.

Technical Skills

• Required: 3 years of experience working with:
• SQL
• Alteryx
• Tableau or Power BI
• Top candidates will also have experience with:
• ETL tools
• Python
• Excel
• Statistical Analysis