Data Engineer

We are

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+, and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.

Our challenge

We are seeking an experienced Data Engineer with 3-5+ years of experience to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in data management and engineering, specifically within cloud environments. Candidate will play a crucial role in developing and managing data pipelines that support AI and Generative AI initiatives, ensuring that our data architecture is robust, scalable, and optimized for performance.

Additional Information*

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Jersey City, NJ is $140k - $170k/year & benefits (see below). 

The Role

Responsibilities:

• Data Pipeline Development: Design, develop, and manage data pipelines to support AI and Generative AI data requirements.
• Workflow Creation: Build self-service onboarding workflows in data federation platforms, particularly using AWS Athena, to facilitate efficient data access and integration.
• Schema Management: Own the ingestion of schemas, metadata APIs (including table schema descriptions), and table registration services to enhance data governance.
• SQL Execution Layer Design: Design and implement a SQL execution layer via AWS Athena that optimizes query performance and ensures data integrity.
• Access Controls: Implement table access controls, audit logging, and schema diffing to maintain security and compliance across our data assets.
• Collaboration: Work closely with data scientists, analysts, and other stakeholders to understand data requirements and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process enhancements and drive best practices in data engineering and management.

Requirements:

• Experience level 10+ Years.
• Proficient in SQL and experience with AWS services, particularly Athena.
• Strong experience in ETL processes and data pipeline development.
• Proficiency in Python for data manipulation and automation tasks.
• Familiarity with REST APIs and Git for version control and collaboration.
• Understanding of IAM basics and data access control principles.

Preferred, but not required:

• 3-5+ years of experience in data engineering or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

We offer:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A multinational organization with 58 offices in 21 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
• Maternity & paternity leave plans.
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
• Retirement savings plans.
• A higher education certification policy.
• Commuter benefits (varies by region).
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization.
• A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.

S​YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT
 

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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