Business Intelligence Data Engineer

Business Intelligence Data Engineer

About the Opportunity

JOB SUMMARY

The Business Intelligence Data Engineer will be a dedicated member of the Business Intelligence & Analytics team responsible for ongoing growth and development of the University's bi-modal Snowflake cloud data platform and enterprise data warehouse capabilities. Primary responsibilities include the design, development, and maintenance of complex data pipelines into the University's cloud data ecosystem in support of academic and administrative needs. In close collaboration with members of the BI & Analytics team and subject matter experts, the candidate will also be expected to design and build data-focused artifacts consistent with architecture standards and business units needs to satisfy functional requirements. Additionally, the Business Intelligence Data Engineer will participate in the ongoing activities that enable and support the cloud data platform infrastructure in areas such as DevOps, data platform system administration & configuration, security, and standards & best practices.

This position provides essential services to the university community and may require work outside regular working hours and on some university holidays. This is a remote position that does not require work on site.

At Team ITS, your success matters as much as the mission. Learn more about our flexible, highly dynamic, and values-first culture at careers.its.northeastern.edu.

This position is eligible for remote work.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum two years of Data Engineering experience with Informatica Intelligent Cloud Services and Mass Ingestion functionality
  
• Minimum two years of Snowflake Cloud Data Platform experience including demonstrated expertise with advanced Snowflake data management capabilities. Snowflake certifications preferred.
  
• Minimum two years of experience implementing and monitoring complex data pipelines and automation of cloud-based workloads
  
• Proficiency in one or more scripting languages and/or programming languages, preferably Python
  
• Advanced SQL knowledge and experience working with relational databases
  
• Demonstrated experience of developing and implementing Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) systems
  
• Proficiency in systems analysis, design, and a solid grasp of development, quality assurance, and integration methodologies
  
• Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills
  
• Knowledge and skills required for this position are normally obtained through a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, and at least two years of experience of related experience.
  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES

1) Data Pipeline Development & Maintenance

Assist in designing and automating scalable data integration solutions between institutional data sources using Informatica IICS and Snowflake Cloud Data Platform. Assure performance and reliability of integration processes through monitoring, performance analysis and development of automated alerting processes. Participate in end-to-end delivery of technical projects involving design and development of data pipelines for complex datasets. Work closely with business partners to design and manage data pipeline elements including load frequency, data delivery mechanisms, and transformations. Ensure that data pipeline solutions align with industry best practices and adhere to documented security guidelines. Develop and maintain detailed technical documentation of data pipeline processes. Collaborate with key stakeholders including enterprise data architect, data modelers, data stewards, and subject matter experts (SMEs).

2) Data Modeling

Design and implement data models that support reporting and analytic needs specified. This may require close collaboration with technical team members as well as end users and subject matter experts. Provide leadership in the areas of data modeling techniques that consider standards and best practices. Utilize appropriate tooling and methodologies that promote scalability, extensibility, and reuse.

3) System Administration

Assist IICS & Snowflake Cloud Data Platform service owners with system administration and configuration activities. Create and administer user accounts. Participate in the expansion of the cloud data platform role-based security models. Configure cloud data platform functional settings such as compute and storage parameters. Advise on cloud data platform architecture configuration and growth.

4) DevOps

Follow documented DevOps best practices and standards using approved tooling. Administer and support existing DevOps processes and provide expertise to members of the BI & Analytics team. Participate in the evolution of DevOps capabilities by proactively identifying opportunities for process and supporting tool improvement.

Position Type

Information Technology

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.

Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

To learn more about Northeastern University's commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see www.northeastern.edu/diversity.


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