[Remote] Senior Data Engineer - Data Platform

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. First Citizens Bank is seeking an experienced Senior Data Engineer to join its Data Platform Engineering Organization. The role focuses on designing scalable cloud-based data architectures, developing advanced batch and real-time data pipelines, optimizing data operations, and establishing data governance and quality practices. The engineer will also mentor junior engineers and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver enterprise data solutions.

Responsibilities

• *Data Architecture and Strategy* - Design and implement scalable, efficient data architectures. Lead the development of data strategy aligned with business objectives. Evaluate and integrate new technologies to enhance data capabilities
• *Advanced Data Pipeline Development* - Architect and implement complex data pipelines for real-time and batch processing. Optimize data flows for high-volume, high-velocity data environments. Develop advanced ETL processes for diverse data sources
• *Data Governance and Quality Management* - Establish and enforce data governance policies and best practices. Implement data quality frameworks and monitoring systems. Ensure compliance with data regulations and standards
• Performance Optimization and Troubleshooting - Analyze and optimize system performance for large-scale data operations. Troubleshoot complex data issues and implement robust solutions
• *Mentorship and Knowledge Sharing* - Mentor junior data engineers and provide technical guidance. Contribute to the development of best practices and standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive data literacy

Skills

• Bachelor's Degree and 4 years of experience in Data Engineering, Data Warehousing, Cloud Data Platforms, or related technology disciplines
• High School Diploma or GED and 8 years of experience in Data Engineering, Data Warehousing, Cloud Data Platforms, or related technology disciplines
• * Advanced experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
• * Advanced experience with modern data warehousing and large-scale data processing technologies such as Snowflake, Spark, or equivalent platforms
• * Advanced proficiency in Python and SQL
• * Advanced experience developing and supporting ETL/ELT processes, data pipelines, and data integration solutions utilizing tools such as dbt, Apache Airflow, Astronomer or equivalent cloud-native data engineering technologies
• * Experience with data modeling, data warehousing, and data engineering best practices
• * Experience designing, developing, and supporting scalable and reliable data engineering solutions in enterprise environments
• * Experience collaborating with business and technology stakeholders to deliver data-driven solutions
• * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• * Intermediate experience with enterprise ETL/ELT tools such as DataStage, SAP BODS, SSIS, Informatica, or equivalent technologies
• * Intermediate experience developing and supporting Operational Data Stores (ODS), analytics platforms, and data products
• * Intermediate experience with Change Data Capture (CDC), streaming, and real-time data ingestion technologies such as Kafka, Amazon Kinesis, Apache Flink, Qlik Replicate, Snow pipe Streaming, or equivalent platforms
• * Intermediate experience integrating data across cloud and on-premises environments
• * Experience with Data Vault modeling and modern data warehousing methodologies
• * Intermediate understanding of data governance, security, compliance, and data quality management practices
• * Experience working within Financial Services, Banking, or other highly regulated industries
• * Familiarity with Tableau, Power BI, or other analytics and visualization platforms
• * Experience using AI-powered development and productivity tools to improve engineering efficiency and delivery outcomes
• * AWS Certified Data Engineer – Associate, AWS Certified Developer – Associate, SnowPro Core Certification, SnowPro Advanced Data Engineer Certification, or equivalent cloud and data platform certifications

Benefits

• This is a remote role that may only be hired in the following location(s): North Carolina, Arizona, Florida and Texas.

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