Data Platform Engineer

GENERAL SUMMARY ( What is done and why) The Data Platform Engineer is a vital component of the Enterprise Analytics Team and is responsible for developing and maintaining the enterprise data platform that collects, manages, and converts raw source data into usable information for data scientists, data analysts, agentic AI, and other enterprise consumers. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, IN PRIORITY ORDER ( Majority of duties, but not meant to be all inclusive or prevent other duties from being assigned as necessary) Build, develop, maintain, and automate data pipelines, data models and performance metrics that support key business decisions using various technologies such as Snowflake, SQL, Python, and Qlik Replicate. Time: 30% Build analytical toolsets that utilize curated datasets to provide actionable insights, personalized solutions, frictionless experience, process excellence, operational efficiency, and other key business performance metrics. Time: 30% Identify, design, and implement internal process improvements: automating manual processes, optimizing data delivery, re-designing infrastructure for greater scalability, etc. Time: 15% Create and maintain technical metrics that measure various facets of data quality, ensuring confidence and trust in curated data. Time: 10% Work with key stakeholders to assist with data-related technical issues and support their data infrastructure needs. Time: 10% Learn new technologies to implement within existing infrastructure. Time: 5% EDUCATION (Minimum education required to perform the duties of this position) A bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems or a related field, or three years of related work experience required. EXPERIENCE (Minimum experience required to perform the duties of this position) In addition to the education requirement: Three or more years of professional Information Systems or analytical experience required, preferably in the financial industry. Two or more years of Advanced SQL programming, data modeling, and ETL development knowledge required. Two or more years of relevant work experience in Snowflake highly preferred. Demonstrated ability in creating technical solutions to solve complex business problems. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (Minimum technical and communication skill levels and licenses/certificates normally required to perform the duties of this position) Working knowledge of SQL to support and maintain a cloud-based data warehouse. Strong working knowledge of ETL/ELT pipelines, relational data models, database design, and data modeling concepts. Able to highlight issues/problems and convey complex thoughts, written and oral, in a clear, concise, and timely manner. Comfort in using a wide range of interpretive analysis tools, including trend analysis, spreadsheets, comparisons, graphs, summary versus detail charts, drill-down, correlations, maps, and exception analysis. Superior research and analytical skills. Excellent organizational skills. Required Competencies Problem Solving Drive for Results Time Management Dealing with Ambiguity Demonstrates Courage Interpersonal Savvy Integrity Trust Customer Focus Self-Development Business Acumen Mental Requirements Ability to conduct appropriate research, analyze findings and provide meaningful reports relative to existing and/or potential Credit Union needs Ability to work under pressure Ability to understand and relate activities to strategic objectives Ability to concentrate in a multi-task environment Ability to maintain a positive attitude and professional image Tools and Equipment Used All available general office equipment as needed All available computer software and hardware as needed PC and accessories Scripting languages Research tools and services WORKING RELATIONSHIPS/CONTACTS (Positions with which incumbents have frequent contact) Daily, personal/written/phone contact with Manager of Data Engineering As necessary, personal/written/phone contact with other department managers As necessary, personal/written/phone contact with Credit Union staff Daily, personal/written/phone contact with vendors Occasional, personal/written/phone contact with community agencies and consultants PHYSICAL DEMANDS (Physical effort generally associated with this position) Work involves standing and walking for brief periods of time, but most work is done from a seated position. There is potential for eyestrain from prolonged work at the computer. Deadlines, workloads, and pressure to achieve goals may cause increased stress levels. Ability to lift an average of 35 pounds may be required when moving boxes of printed materials. WORKING CONDITIONS (Typical working conditions associated with this type of work and environmental hazards, if any, that may be encountered in performing the duties of this position) Internal - Work is normally performed in climate-controlled office environment, where exposure to conditions of extreme heat/cold, poor ventilation, fumes and gases is limited. Noise level is moderate and includes sounds of normal office equipment (computers, telephones, etc.). No known environmental hazards are encountered in normal performance of duties. Length of day is unpredictable; long hours may be required to accommodate deadlines or special meetings. External - Some travel is required; however, information on environmental conditions is not available. EOE/Vets/Disability