Data Systems Engineer

This position works collaboratively with a variety of staff and users to design, build, and maintain data systems that support the College’s enterprise applications and institutional needs. The Data Systems Engineer provides programming and analytical support for both existing and new enterprise systems, including customization, integration, testing, documentation, reporting, and troubleshooting. This position supports the College’s transition to modern cloud-based solutions by assisting with the development and maintenance of an AWS-hosted data warehouse that integrates data from large college systems. The position performs as a collaborative interface with AWS and other campus partners to develop and populate secure data lakes from a variety of operational and educational systems. The engineer develops and maintains scripts, APIs, and applications that automate data workflows, improve system efficiency, and ensure the accuracy, accessibility, and security of institutional data.

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Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field

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Associate’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field with professional certifications (i.e. AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner or AWS Certified Data Engineer, Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate, CompTIA Data+ or CompTIA Cloud+, etc…)

Knowledge:
Programming and software development using C#, .NET, Python, and Visual Studio

SQL and relational database management, including stored procedures and data modeling

JSON, RESTful web services, and API development for data integrations

Cloud data infrastructure concepts, for example: AWS data storage, ETL, and data warehouse design

Data governance and compliance standards, including FERPA and institutional data privacy policies

Software engineering concepts, including version control (GIT), testing, and documentation

Understanding of data governance frameworks and security best practices

Skills:
Creating and managing integrations between multiple enterprise systems and cloud platforms

Using enterprise reporting and visualization tools (e.g., Argos, Tableau, or AWS)

Communicating effectively, both verbally and in writing, with technical and non-technical stakeholders

Analyzing, interpreting, and presenting data to support institutional decision-making

Experience developing ETL pipelines or maintaining a cloud-based data warehouse

Experience with data warehousing for large institutions

Abilities:
Work collaboratively as part of a cross-departmental team as well as independently

Manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment with multiple concurrent projects

Translate business and reporting requirements into technical solutions

Maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, vendors, and the public

Stay current with emerging technologies related to cloud data infrastructure and software development

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
The work is sedentary work which requires the person in this position to occasionally exert up to 10 pounds of force to grasp, lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.Additionally, the following physical abilities are required:

This position requires that the person has specific vision abilities including close vision.

This position requires that the person uses standard office equipment.

This position requires that the person is able to sit and work at a desk for extended period of times.

This position requires that the person is able to scrutinize data and other information as it appears in on-screen reports and printed reports.

Work is performed in a relatively safe and secure work environment that may periodically have unpredictable requirements or demands.

Work is performed during normal office hours; works evenings and weekends as necessary.

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (or equivalent cloud experience)

Experience with Ellucian Colleague or a similar higher-education ERP system, including familiarity with related business processes.

Quarterly compliance training as assigned by institution

8:00am – 5:00pm Monday – Friday

Evenings and weekends as necessary.

Applicants are to thoroughly complete the online application and attach the following required documents: cover letter, resume, and transcript conferring highest degree.

Applicants who do not attach the required documents will not be considered for the position.

For application assistance, please contact Human Resources at (405) 682-7542, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.