Data Engineer

Opusing - Richardson, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Richardson, TX

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Data Engineer position involves developing and managing ETL processes, troubleshooting data issues, and supporting database and dashboard development. The role requires a strong understanding of database management and performance tuning, along with the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. This is a hybrid contract position lasting six months, requiring on-site presence two days a week.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-level ETL mapping specifications.
• Develop complex code data scripts primarily using SQL for ETL processes.
• Troubleshoot and determine the best resolution for data issues and anomalies.
• Manage exploratory data analysis to support database and dashboard development, as well as advanced analytics efforts.
• Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing publications.
• Ensure operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements and troubleshooting malfunctions.
• Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Determine changes in physical database by studying project requirements and identifying database characteristics.
• Change database system by coding database descriptions.
• Protect database by developing access systems and specifying user levels of access.
• Maintain user reference by writing and rewriting database descriptions.

Requirements

• Typically has 3-5 years of relevant work experience.
• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in a related field such as information systems, mathematics, or computer science, or equivalent work experience.
• Advanced SQL skills, adept at queries, report writing, and presenting findings.
• Expertise in Data Analysis, Data Profiling, and SQL Tuning.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to clearly communicate capabilities, opportunities, and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience in managing product delivery is desirable.
• Excellent interpersonal skills across all levels of the organization.
• At least 3 years in an architectural or design capacity for large scale enterprise systems.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with database performance tuning and management.
• Knowledge of software development fundamentals and problem-solving skills.
• Documentation skills and verbal communication proficiency.
• Ability to promote process improvement and system administration.