Data Engineer

Data Engineer

Remote

10+ Months

Resource will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining various applications and systems to support our state agencies. This role also includes operations and support activities, such as fielding and resolving customer tickets and issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Application Development: Design, develop, and implement applications using MuleSoft APIs, Azure Data Factory, GoAnywhere Managed File Transfer services, additional cloud ETL services, data pipelines, and application development technologies.
• Software Development Lifecycle: Participating in all phases of the SDLC, including requirements gathering, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
• Data Pipeline Development: Design, develop, and maintain efficient and scalable data pipelines and ETL processes that collect, process, and store data from various sources.
• Data Modeling and Architecture: Design and implement robust data models that enable efficient data analysis and manipulation
• System Integration: Integrate various systems and applications to ensure seamless data flow and interoperability.
• Programming: Develops and codes new application software and/or make enhancements to existing application software.
• Testing: Tests and debugs new and existing application software, generating comprehensive unit test data, and validating test results.
• Customer Support: Field and resolve agency customer tickets and issues in a timely and efficient manner. Resolves customer issues with application software and responds to suggestions for improvements and enhancements.
• Data Quality and Governance: Implement data quality checks, ensure data integrity, and contribute to data governance policies.
• Project Support: Confers with management to assist in planning, organizing, and controlling the activities of assigned areas. Assists state staff and vendors on various development projects and contributes to Agile and SDLC project management in assigned areas.
• Maintenance and Support: Provide ongoing maintenance and support for existing applications, data pipelines, and systems.
• Operations Activities: Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure optimal performance of applications and systems.
• Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all applications, systems, and integrations.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other developers, system administrators, and stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Compliance: Ensure all applications and systems comply with state policies and regulations.
• Mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior developers and data engineers, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.

• Proven experience as a Senior Application Developer and/or Data Engineer.
• MuleSoft APIs, Azure Data Factory, GoAnywhere Managed File Transfer services, and/or addition cloud, ETL, and application development technologies.
• Strong experience with software development principles, design patterns, and programming languages.
• Experience with automated testing and CI/CD pipelines.
• Proficiency in application development, data engineering, system integration, and support activities.
• Strong skills in designing, coding, testing, debugging, and documenting system software components.
• Strong understanding of data modeling principles and experience with both relational SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing ETL or ELT processes.
• Knowledge of data quality principles and experience with data governance practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with agency customers and team members.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, and/or a combination of equivalent education and experience.