Aub Faculty Of Arts And Sciences - Cambridge, MA
posted 2 months ago
This is a fully benefited, full-time position at Harvard University, specifically within the Harvard University Information Technology (HUIT) department. The role is funded through June 30, 2025, with the possibility of renewal based on funding, university priorities, and satisfactory job performance. HUIT is a community of IT professionals dedicated to providing technological solutions that support teaching, learning, research, and administration. The department is looking for individuals who are technically proficient, user-focused, and capable of collaborating effectively in a team environment. The Library Technology Services (LTS) team is seeking a motivated Data Engineer to contribute to the development of the university's next-generation Digital Preservation System. This position involves the design, development, and maintenance of data APIs, as well as managing extract/load/transform (ETL) activities. The Data Engineer will play a crucial role in migrating data from existing endpoints to new systems and defining data integration services for the application portfolio. In this role, the Data Engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams throughout all phases of the Digital Preservation System project, including requirements analysis, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance. The individual will be responsible for overall data management design and construction, ensuring the optimization of data access, integration, and utilization. Additionally, the Data Engineer will manage the interface and connectivity between multiple data storage sources, leveraging advanced database administration expertise.