Senior Data Engineer - St. Paul, United States - Securian

Description

Position Summary:

Design, deploy, and manage the organization's data architecture. Collaborate with technology and management teams to understand structural requirements and define standards for how data will be stored, consumed, integrated, and managed across the organization and translate into a usable blueprint. Build an inventory of data needed to implement architecture and create a vision for how data will flow through the organization. Design and build complex data models, approve modifications, and implement systems. Implement measures to ensure data accuracy and accessibility, constantly monitoring and refining the performance of data management systems. Produce and enforce database development standards.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Perform data engineering tasks on highly complex assignments including building and maintaining data pipelines, data transformation, data cleansing, data masking, building data APIs, etc.
• Understand root-cause and lead the team in resolution of high complexity issues.
• Recommend, implement, and drive changes within area based on industry trends, business needs and analysis of current issues that result in quality technology solutions.
• Work with data models and architecture elements to recommend and approve designs, develop proposed changes and improvements to increase efficiencies.
• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of technologies required to perform data engineering job responsibilities.
• Support the enterprise Data Governance framework by implementing and maintaining security controls for data pipelines, enforcing data management policies, and ensuring adequate data quality.
• Encourage and lead continuous improvement processes, ensure appropriate documentation and knowledge sharing across the entire team.
• Mentor and assist with development of junior data engineers.

Required Skills:

• 3+ years of data engineering experience or in a similar role.
• Degree in Computer Science, IT, or a similar field.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with implementing or configuring AWS cloud services: EC2, RDS, S3, Redshift, Glue, etc.
• Advanced experience with tools and concepts related to data and analytics, such as dimensional modeling, ETL, data mining, reporting tools, data warehousing, structured and unstructured data.
• Advanced ETL and data orchestration experience using StreamSets, Apache Airflow, AWS Glue, and/or Control-M.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Java, Python or SQL programing languages.
• Previous experience using agile development methodologies.
• Advanced experience with data validation and data cleansing techniques and processes.

Preferred Skills:

• AWS Could certification.
• Spark/Java development experience.
• Previous experience or knowledge of Insurance/ Financial Services industry.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication skills with solid project management and organizational skills.
• Experience supporting and working with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent problem solving, numerical and analytical skills related to working with structured and unstructured datasets.
• Strong competencies to lead and drive key initiatives.
• Attention to detail and willingness to learn.

Securian Financial believes in hybrid work as an integral part of our culture. Associates get the benefit of working both virtually and in our offices. If you're in a commutable distance (90 minutes) you'll join us 2-3 days each week in our offices to collaborate and build relationships. Our policy allows flexibility for the reality of business and personal schedules. When working in our offices at least two days per week isn't feasible (vacations, illness, travel, etc.), an eight day per month standard is an option.

#LI-hybrid **This position will be in a hybrid working arrangement.**

Physical Job Requirements:

• Ability to utilize keyboard, mouse and computer for up to 8 hours per day
• Ability to work at least 40 hours per week
• Ability to utilize phone and/or virtual meeting platform for 2-4 hours per day
• Ability to perform grasping tasks 2-4 hours per day

The physical job requirements described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of jobs.

Be you. With us. At Securian Financial, we understand that attracting top talent means offering more than just a job - it means providing a rewarding and fulfilling career. As a valued member of our high-performing team, we want you to connect with your work, your relationships and your community. Enjoy our comprehensive range of benefits designed to enhance your professional growth, well-being and work-life balance, including the advantages listed here:

Paid time off:

• We want you to take time off for what matters most to you. During your first year of hire, you receive a prorated bank of personal days and vacation time depending on your month of hire.
• Leave programs: Securian's flexible leave programs allow time off from work for parental leave, caregiver leave for family members, bereavement and military leave.

Company-funded pension plan and a 401(k) retirement plan: Share in the success of our company. Securian's 401(k) company contribution is tied to our performance up to 10 percent of eligible earnings, with a target of 5 percent. The amount is based on company results compared to goals related to earnings, sales and service.

Health insurance: From the first day of employment, associates and their eligible family members - including spouses, domestic partners and children - are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage.

Volunteer time: We know the importance of community. Through company-sponsored events, volunteer paid time off, a dollar-for-dollar matching gift program and more, we encourage you to support organizations important to you.

Associate Resource Groups: Build connections, be yourself and develop meaningful relationships at work through associate-led ARGs. Dedicated groups focus on a variety of interests and affinities, including:

• Mental Wellness and Disability
• Pride at Securian Financial
• Securian Young Professionals Network
• Securian Multicultural Network
• Securian Women and Allies Network
• Servicemember Associate Resource Group

For more information regarding Securian's benefits, please review our .

This information is not intended to explain all the provisions of coverage available under these plans. In all cases, the plan document dictates coverage and provisions.

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