Introduction to arenaflex
arenaflex is a leading global retailer with operations in fourteen countries, committed to providing a family-oriented, employee-driven environment where our team members thrive and succeed. As one of the world's best employers, according to Forbes, we continue to offer a unique blend of stability, growth, and innovation. Our IT department is responsible for shaping the technical future of arenaflex, and we are seeking a highly skilled Data Engineer - Data Analytics to join our team.
Job Overview
As a Data Engineer - Data Analytics at arenaflex, you will be responsible for designing and operationalizing data pipelines to make data available for consumption, including data ingestion, transformation, validation, and quality control. You will work closely with Data Architects, Data Scientists, and BI Architects to design and maintain scalable data models and pipelines. Your expertise in programming, SQL, data storage, modeling, cloud, data warehousing, and data lakes will be essential in driving business growth and informed decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and operationalize data pipelines to power analysis and data services, collaborating with product owners, engineering, and data platform teams to design, build, test, and automate data pipelines.
- Communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences, both in written and verbal form, and gather large, complex datasets to meet business requirements.
- Work closely with Data Architects to align on data engineering requirements and create and maintain optimal data pipeline architecture.
- Identify, design, and implement internal process improvements, automating manual processes and optimizing data delivery.
- Implement big data and NoSQL solutions, developing scalable data processing platforms to drive high-value insights to the organization.
- Support the development of Data Dictionaries and Data Taxonomy for product offerings and demonstrate a strong understanding of coding and programming concepts to build data pipelines.
- Collaborate with Data Modelers to create data models and develop data pipelines to store data in defined data models and formats.
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of data integration methods and tools, such as Extract, Transform, Load (ETL)/Extract, Load, Transform (ELT), and database architecture.
- Identify ways to improve data reliability, efficiency, and quality of data management, leading ad-hoc data retrieval for business reports and dashboards.
- Review the integrity of data from various sources, manage database design, and perform peer reviews for other Data Engineers' work.
Essential Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience designing and operationalizing data pipelines with large and complex datasets.
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with Informatica PowerCenter and Informatica IICS.
- 3+ years of experience in Data Modeling, ETL, and Data Warehousing.
- 3+ years of experience working with Cloud technologies, such as ADLS, Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, Databricks Live Table, Spark, Azure Synapse, and other big data technologies.
- Broad experience working with various data sources, including SQL, Oracle database, flat files (csv, delimited), Web API, and XML.
- Advanced SQL skills and a strong understanding of relational databases and business data, with the ability to write complex SQL queries against multiple data sources.
- A strong understanding of database storage concepts, including data lake, relational databases, NoSQL, Graph, and data warehousing.
- Ability to work in a high-speed agile development environment and willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends, holidays, and on-call duties on a rotational basis.
Preferred Qualifications
- BA/BS in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent programming/services experience.
- Azure Certifications.
- Experience implementing data integration strategies, such as event/message-based integration (Kafka, Azure Event Hub), ETL.
- Experience with Git/Azure DevOps.
- Experience delivering data solutions through agile software development methodologies.
- Familiarity with the retail industry.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience working with SAP integration tools, including Bodies.
- Experience with UC4 Job Scheduler.
Career Growth and Learning Benefits
At arenaflex, we are committed to providing our employees with opportunities for growth, learning, and development. As a Data Engineer - Data Analytics, you will have access to training and development programs, mentorship, and career advancement opportunities. You will be part of a dynamic team that values innovation, collaboration, and creativity, and you will be encouraged to share your ideas and expertise to drive business success.
Work Environment and Company Culture
arenaflex offers a unique and supportive work environment that fosters collaboration, innovation, and growth. Our company culture is built on values of respect, integrity, and excellence, and we are committed to creating a workplace where our employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed. We offer a range of benefits, including competitive salaries, comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off, as well as opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
Compensation, Perks, and Benefits
arenaflex offers a competitive salary range of $26 per hour, as well as a range of benefits, including comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. We also offer opportunities for professional development and career advancement, as well as a range of perks, including flexible working hours, remote work options, and access to cutting-edge technologies and tools.
Conclusion
If you are a motivated and experienced Data Engineer - Data Analytics looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity at arenaflex. With our commitment to innovation, growth, and employee development, we offer a unique and supportive work environment that fosters collaboration, creativity, and success. Join our team and be part of a dynamic and innovative organization that is shaping the future of retail and beyond.
Apply now and take the first step towards an exciting and rewarding career at arenaflex!
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