Associate, Data Engineering

Job Purpose & Scope

As Associate, Data Engineering you will be responsible for developing and maintaining data solutions which support Bank Data Strategy. In this role, you will act as a problem-solver who can understand business requirements while developing and maintaining data models, ETL or ELT processes, and reporting solutions. As a member of a Data Engineering Team, you will perform a variety of tasks to develop and maintain data solutions. You will demonstrate exceptional customer service, solutioning, planning, teamwork, and organization skills. You will work independently, yet collaboratively, to fulfill assigned objectives.

Essential Job Functions

1. Assist in the development and maintenance of data model-based solutions as specified by engineering standards.
2. Perform testing of data solutions to ensure developed product meets business requirements.
3. Resolve bugs and data issues as identified by product, project management, or governance functions.
4. Provide work estimates while communicating with Data Engineering Management when assignments deviate from initial estimates.
5. Adhere to data development standards.
6. Work in a coordinated manner with the Data Engineering team and management.
7. Support the design, development, and production of data applications.
8. Apply knowledge of data modeling, ELT/ETL methodologies, and database architecture in work processes and deliverables.
9. Demonstrate an understanding of OZK enterprise data architecture, data platforms, and data operations.
10. Work with Data Assurance and Deployment team to ensure smooth and well-documented releases.
11. Actively engage in and learn the business processes of the supported lines of business.
12. Support change control and version management.
13. Keep apprised of technological innovation and constantly improve through training.
14. Enthusiastically embrace, support, and model the Bank's values and mission.
15. Ensure compliance with internal/external regulatory policies, procedures, and

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

1. Knowledge of data development skills sets to create and maintain data solutions.
2. Ability to maintain focus for sustained time periods to deliver on individual or multiple assigned tasks.
3. Ability to perform in challenging environments.
4. Ability to troubleshoot issues on standard, sensitive, and/or complex accounts.
5. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing and interact with all levels of employees.
6. Ability to work independently under general supervision.
7. Skill in using computer and Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Basic Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in a job-related field, or commensurate work experience, required.
2. 3+ years of experience in database development, data warehouse development, and/or data science experience, required.
3. 3+ years of experience in reporting technologies such as Power BI, SSRS, Tableau or similar platform, preferred.
4. Experience in Jira, Azure Devops, or similar development management environment, preferred.
5. Experience with Snowflake Cloud Data Platform, preferred.
6. Data development certification, such as Snow Pro Certification or Microsoft SQL Server certification, preferred.

Job Expectations

Job Expectations: Operate customary equipment and technology used in a business environment, with or without accommodation.

Note: This description is not an exhaustive list of all job functions, duties, skills, and job standards required. Other job functions, duties, skills, and standards may be added. Management reserves the right to add or change the job requirements at any time.

EEO Statement

Bank OZK is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law. Member FDIC.