Data Engineer - Mid Level

Company: USAA
Location: Gilbert
Posted on: November 20, 2020

Job Description:

Purpose of Job Data Engineer - Mid Level

We are currently seeking a talented Data Engineer - Mid Level for our Phoenix, AZ facility. Data Engineers deliver quality reporting and data intelligence solutions to the organization and assist client teams with drawing insights to make informed, data driven decisions. Data Engineers (DEs) are engaged in all phases of the data management lifecycle; gather and analyze requirements, collect, process, store and secure, use, share and communicate, archive, reuse and repurpose data. Identify and manage existing and emerging risks that stem from business activities and ensure these risks are effectively identified and escalated to be measured, monitored and controlled. Job Requirements ABOUT USAA

USAA knows what it means to serve. We facilitate the financial security of millions of U.S. military members and their families. This singular mission requires a dedication to innovative thinking at every level.

In each of the past five years, we've been a top-40 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For®, and we've ranked among Victory Media's Top 10 Military Friendly® Employers 13 years straight. We embrace a robust veteran workforce and encourage veterans and veteran spouses to apply.

ABOUT USAA IT

Our most important qualification isn't technical, it's human. Here, we don't just sit in front of a screen. We stand behind our 12 million members who rely on us every day.

We are over 4,000 employees strong, a passionately supportive and collaborative team built on Agile principles. We've been in Computerworld’s 100 Best Places to Work in IT and named a Top 50 Employer for Minority Engineers & IT by Workforce Diversity Magazine.

See what it's like to work for a company where your passion meets our purpose:

USAA Information Technology: A Realistic Preview

USAA Data Engineer Spotlight video: https://youtu.be/kVCnnaJUH_c

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Identifies and manages existing and emerging risks that stem from business activities and the job role.

Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled.

Follows written risk and compliance policies and procedures for business activities.

Collaborate with senior engineers and implement technical solutions.

Design, write, test and deploy data pipeline code.

Participate in design and code review sessions.

Breakdown business features and into technical stories and approaches.

Help on-board entry level engineers.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree in related field of study, OR Certification from an approved technical field of study, OR 4 additional years of related experience beyond the minimum required

2 years of data management experience implementing data solutions

When you apply for this position, you will be required to answer some initial questions.  This will take approximately 5 minutes.  Once you begin the questions you will not be able to finish them at a later time and you will not be able to change your responses.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

2 or more years of Java, Scala or Python programming experience

2 or more years of big data experience (i.e. Hadoop, Spark, Hive, NoSQL, etc)

Strong experience with Unix Bash scripting

Strong Database and SQL competencies

Exposure to Data Science, Machine Learning and advanced modeling activities

1 or more years of experience with Agile Development Methodologies

DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS

USAA Data Engineers create innovative solutions that impact our members. Collectively, we are:

Curious and excited by new ideas

Energized by a fast-paced environment

Able to understand and translate business needs into leading-edge technology

Comfortable working as part of a connected team, but self-motivated

Community-focused, dependable and committed

Exceptionally detail-oriented

The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

At USAA our employees enjoy one of the best benefits packages in the business, including a flexible business casual or casual dress environment, comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, along with wellness and wealth building programs.  Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education will assist you with your professional goals.

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

For Internal Candidates:

Must complete 12 months in current position (from date of hire or date of placement) or must have manager’s approval prior to posting.

Last day for internal candidates to apply to the opening is 10/28/20 by 11:59 pm CST time .

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