Senior Data Engineer

Wounded Warrior Project
Washington, DC
$107.5K-$134.4K a year
Full-time

Great benefits. Competitive pay. We know these are some of the things people look for in a job.

If you’re the kind of person who believes that honoring and empowering our nation’s veterans is more than just a cause that it’s a calling then we’re ready to meet you.

When you join Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP), you’re committing to making a difference. We make a commitment to you, too helping you to find that spark, ignite your passion to serve, and embark on a career with meaning and purpose.

At WWP™, we recognize our mission cannot be accomplished without our talented teammates, which is why we’re proud to offer benefits such as :

  • A flexible hybrid work schedule (three days in the office, two days’ work from home)
  • Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for both teammates AND family members
  • Competitive pay and performance incentives
  • A fun, mission-focused, and collaborative team environment

The Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) Senior Data Engineer is a member of the Web, Data, and Analytics team responsible for data engineering and programming to build systems that collect, manage, and convert raw data into usable information for business analysts.

The role is crucial in identifying, designing, and implementing internal process improvements to enhance scalability, optimize data delivery, and automate manual processes.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Assemble large, complex sets of data that meet non-functional and functional business requirements.

Ensure the timely and efficient completion of multiple complex projects within specified timeframes, maintaining a high level of quality and adherence to project requirements.

Lead the strategic decision-making processes regarding data infrastructure and associated technology stack, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and optimal resource utilization.

Identify, design, and implement internal process improvements including re-designing infrastructure for greater scalability, optimizing data delivery, and automating manual processes.

Build required infrastructure for optimal extraction, transformation and loading of data from various data sources using cloud offerings and SQL technologies.

Build analytical tools to utilize the data pipeline, providing actionable insight into key business performance metrics.

Analyze and optimize data processing workflows.

Collaborate with multiple system partners to continuously improve data quality.

Responsible for ensuring data processing pipelines and systems are secure, reliable, fault-tolerant, scalable, and efficient.

Collaborate with data architect to ensure optimally performing data ecosystem.

Be a critical stakeholder in architectural decisions and evaluating systems implementations.

Other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

Advanced knowledge with Enterprise ETL software.

Demonstrated ability to guide a team effectively to accomplish goals and objectives while adhering to industry standards and procedures.

Intrinsically driven, adept at working autonomously with little supervision or guidance.

Highly skilled in JavaScript and SQL, with a focus on optimizing data processes.

Skilled in handling diverse data formats (XML / SOAP, JSON, CSV) and establishing various connections through ODBC, web services, APIs, and WSDLs for comprehensive data retrieval.

Advanced knowledge of database and warehousing architecture for efficient data storage and retrieval.

Demonstrated expertise in data modeling principles and project management for effective implementation.

Strong communication skills for conveying complex technical concepts clearly and facilitating collaboration.

Strong attention to detail to ensure data accuracy and integrity while troubleshooting complex technical issues.

Demonstrated adeptness in critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytics to drive data-informed decision-making with a proactive, self-starting approach.

Unequivocal commitment to the highest standards of personal and business ethics and conduct.

Mission-driven, guided by core values, and a pleasure to work with.

EXPERIENCE

Requirements

Seven years of experience as an ETL Developer.

Five years of experience working in Cloud Platforms, preferably Azure or AWS.

Five years of experience working with analytics tools.

Preferences

Four years of experience using Microsoft Power Apps.

Three years of experience working with software and hardware vendors.

Two years of experience using Jitterbit.

Working knowledge of Data Bricks or Snowflake technology.

Experience in various Salesforce clouds.

EDUCATION

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, or related field. Equivalent combination of applicable education, training, certification, and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

Preferences

Master’s degree in computer science, information systems, or related field.

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSURE

Requirements

None.

Preferences

Certification in established ETL Software (e.g., Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP), IBM Certified Solution Developer, Oracle Certified Associate, Informatica Certified Professional (ICP)).

Salesforce certification (e.g., Certified Administrator, Certified Data Architecture and Management Designer, Certified Platform App Builder, Certified Integration Architecture Designer).

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS

General office environment; temperature controlled.

May require lifting / carrying items up to 20 pounds.

Up to 10% travel.

We recognize the success of our mission depends on the efforts of our passionate, hard-working teammates. To help teammates remain focused on the warriors and families we serve, WWP offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes;

Medical / Prescription drug, Dental, Vision, Life / AD&D, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, and an Employee Assistance Program.

WWP also offers a 401(k)-retirement plan, a competitive PTO package, Sick Leave, Family Care Leave, Paid Holidays, Birthday Holiday, Education Assistance, and Bereavement Leave.

For Colorado Applicants : The estimated hiring range for this position is between $90,316 - $112,896 annual base salary, subject to a candidate’s combination of experience, qualifications, and credentials.

This position may also be eligible for an annual performance incentive.

For San Diego or Sacramento, California and Tacoma, Washington Applicants : The estimated hiring range for this position is between $98,918 - $123,648 annual base salary, subject to a candidate’s combination of experience, qualifications, and credentials.

This position may also be eligible for an annual performance incentive.

For Los Angeles, California, California or Washington, D.C. Applicants : The estimated hiring range for this position is between $103,219 - $129,024 annual base salary, subject to a candidate’s combination of experience, qualifications, and credentials.

This position may also be eligible for an annual performance incentive.

For New York Applicants : The estimated hiring range for this position is between $107,520 - $134,400 annual base salary, subject to a candidate’s combination of experience, qualifications, and credentials.

This position may also be eligible for an annual performance incentive.

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Wounded Warrior Project® is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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