Data Engineer

At POET, it is our mission to be good stewards of the Earth by converting renewable resources to energy and other valuable goods as effectively as humanly possible. For over thirty-five years, our drive and passion to change the world has enabled us to become the largest producer and marketer of bioethanol and a leader in sustainable products in the world.

We’re all on the same team. We always communicate. And we park our egos at the door. These aren’t just slogans on our walls. It’s the way we do things at POET. We provide an environment for team members to maintain a healthy work-life balance. It’s the best way to optimize health, wellness, and productivity in a sustainable way. We work hard. We play hard. We have frequent team events, volunteer efforts, and we know how to celebrate wins!

POET is a fast paced, data-driven biotech company which operates a complex business affected by hundreds of variables, and data is used every day to weigh strategic outcomes.  The Data Engineer will build reliable systems to enable analytics and ensure the timely capture and dissemination of large amounts of business-critical information.  These systems will combine data from all corners of the business and enable research scientists, grain buyers, ethanol marketers, and engineers to answer tough questions.  The Data Engineer will work with data from sensors in the bioethanol plants, commodity pricing data, financial data, and more.

This is an on-site role located in Sioux Falls, SD. Responsibilities include:

• Build strong partnerships with business units, ensuring total alignment with project goals and challenges.

• Design and oversee the execution of enterprise data solutions (Senior Level).

• Develop and maintain data storage solutions (Senior level).

• Build data pipelines to automate collection, cleaning, and transformation (Entry Level +).

• Optimize data storage and retrieval for performance and scalability (Senior Level).

• Ensure data quality and integrity through validation and monitoring (Entry Level +).

• Work with analysts and other stakeholders to make sure they have the appropriate tools to drive their projects to completion (Entry Level +).

• Since we’re all about teamwork and getting the job done, your skills may be put to a lot of other uses!

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree is required. Degrees in Engineering, Computer Science, or a hard science are preferred; candidates with degrees in other fields must have relevant work experience.

• 10+ years of relevant experience (Senior) – 0-5 for Entry Level, 5-10 for Mid-Level.

• Proficient in Agile methodologies.

• Experience with distributed systems.

• Experience with orchestration tools.

• Experience building and supporting high availability, high volume data systems.

• Experience with database selection and design.

• Experience with DevOps practices, such as infrastructure as code and automated deployment pipelines.

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn new programs.

• Excellent coding skills, including python, R, C#, SQL, and Java

• The ability to create ELT pipelines

• Strong customer service mindset with a value placed on relationships

• The ability to understand technical and day-to-day operation of a bioprocessing facility

• A high level of personal integrity

• Interpersonal skills – the ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels within/outside the organization

• Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills

• The ability to embrace and promote change

• An innovative mindset

• The ability to think objectively

• Self-awareness in the face of uncertainty

• The ability to work in a team environment

• In this role, you’ll be asked to drive a POET vehicle. A motor vehicle record check will be conducted during the pre-employment process.

• This position operates in an office environment, working at a personal computer where you may sit or stand. Most of our Sioux Falls office workspace consists of an open-concept design intended to promote open communication and collaboration.

At POET, we encourage internal development and growth by allowing team members to carve their own path to success. Leaders support team members with the necessary resources to develop their skills, achieve goals, and create the most value. We believe in developing our team members to their highest potential and recognizing contributions that add value to the organization. Each new team member’s position and compensation are carefully determined by considering their unique qualifications and skillset.

• Comprehensive benefits package: Individual and family plans for health, dental, & vision insurance, including a generous employer Health Savings Account contribution

• Quarterly Profit-Sharing Bonuses and Bi-Annual Incentive Bonuses

• Competitive pay, including shift premium pay for qualifying positions

• 401K with company match

• Paid time off and paid holidays – 40 hours available on day ONE!

• Paid Parental Leave

• Tuition reimbursement

• Attractive Relocation Assistance and Bonus Programs for qualifying positions and/or locations

• A multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person – mentally, physically, and spiritually

• Onsite fitness centers or fitness reimbursements

• Safety and cold weather gear reimbursements

• Discounted home and auto insurance

POET is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, abilities, merit, and other legitimate business factors, without regard to any legally protected characteristic. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, working conditions, promotion, and termination.