Senior Data Engineer — Global Data Platform Modernization

Goodwin; Boston (MA); Sur place; PHP 9 422 000 - 10 364 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation & holidays

Professional development

Résumé du poste

Goodwin is seeking a Senior Data Engineer to drive modernization of data platforms and enable a data-driven culture across the firm. You will collaborate with IT, business units, and senior leadership to deliver scalable, secure data solutions and governance practices that support strategic decisions.

The role requires 5+ years in data engineering or database architecture, strong SQL/Python skills, and experience with cloud platforms such as Snowflake.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field is preferred.
• Five or more years of experience in a senior data engineering or database architecture role.
• Industry-recognized database or cloud platform certifications are a plus.
• Experience with cloud-based data platforms and services, such as Snowflake data cloud.
• Advanced SQL development and modeling skills, including associated tools.
• Strong experience designing, building, and maintaining data integration and ETL/ELT pipelines.
• Working knowledge of Python for data engineering and automation.
• Proven experience with relational database management systems and related data technologies.
• Experience integrating with APIs and working with structured and semi-structured data formats such as JSON and XML.
• Experience using Git or similar tools for source control and version management.
• Experience working in an Agile development environment.
• Experience with database performance monitoring and tuning.
• Familiarity with AI and large language model technologies.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in team environments
• Excellent organizational, customer service, and problem-solving skills.

Responsabilités

• Manage, evaluate, and enhance our existing data platforms, identifying opportunities to leverage emerging technologies and cloud-based solutions.
• Contribute to the establishment of standards and procedures for data governance, integration, quality management, and lifecycle management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, business units, and senior management to drive data-driven initiatives and align with goals.
• Monitor and optimize enterprise data platforms and data engineering processes, improving data quality and system performance.

Connaissances

SQL development

Python

ETL/ELT pipelines

Data modeling

Cloud platforms

Snowflake

APIs integration

Git

Agile development

Data governance

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Outils

Snowflake

Aderant Expert

Foundation

iManage

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About this job

Join Goodwin’s Global Operations Team, and make a real impact on a global scale. At Goodwin, we work with some of the world’s most successful and innovative investors, entrepreneurs and disruptors in the life sciences, private equity, real estate, technology and financial industries, and where they converge. As part of the Global Operations Team – all business professionals at the firm – you’ll collaborate with colleagues from varied backgrounds and experiences, fostering an environment where cross-functional learning, networking, and collaboration are at the core of what we do.

Here, we’re not just supporting a law firm; we’re partnering with attorneys and clients to deliver cutting-edge solutions in high-stakes litigation and dispute resolution, world-class regulatory compliance and advisory services, and complex transactions. Our commitment to integrity, ingenuity, agility, and ambition drives us, and we’re proud to have been recognised as the “Best Business Team” by The American Lawyer.

This is your opportunity to grow professionally in a dynamic, global environment, surrounded by forward-thinking peers.

The role of Senior Data Engineer is essential for the successful modernization of our data platforms and practices. The Senior Data Engineer will collaborate with IT teams, business units, and senior management to drive change and foster a data-driven culture. They will provide expert guidance, informed research, and support, ensuring successful implementation and stakeholder engagement throughout the lifecycle of data projects.

What You Will Do:

• Manage, evaluate, and enhance our existing data platforms, identifying opportunities to leverage emerging technologies and cloud-based solutions. By modernizing our data infrastructure, we can improve scalability, accessibility, turnaround times, and security, paving the way for advanced analytics and driving data-based insights.
• Contribute to the establishment of standards and procedures for data governance, integration, quality management, and lifecycle management. By optimizing these processes, we will ensure data consistency, accuracy, and timeliness, enabling reliable decision-making across the organization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, business units, and senior management to drive data-driven initiatives, foster a data-driven culture, and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Monitor and optimize enterprise data platforms and data engineering processes, identify areas for improvement, and drive innovation to enhance data processing efficiency, data quality, and overall system performance.

Who You Are:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field is preferred.
• Five or more years of experience in a senior data engineering or database architecture role.
• Industry-recognized database or cloud platform certifications are a plus.
• Experience working with cloud-based data platforms and services, such as Snowflake data cloud.
• Advanced SQL development and modeling skills, including associated tools.
• Strong experience designing, building, and maintaining data integration and ETL/ELT pipelines to support creation of data warehouse and analytical data models.
• Working knowledge of Python for data engineering and automation.
• Proven experience with relational database management systems and related data technologies.
• Experience integrating with APIs and working with structured and semi-structured data formats such as (e.g. JSON and XML).
• Experience using Git or similar tools for source control and version management.
• Experience working in an Agile development environment.
• Experience with database performance monitoring and tuning.
• Familiarity with AI and large language model technologies.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in team environments
• Excellent organizational, customer service, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred (Great to have, but not necessary):

• Experience with common law firm application databases such as Aderant Expert, Foundation, iManage.
• Experience with Finance, ERP, and Financial Reporting.
• Experience with third-party database monitoring and diagnostics tools.

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Benefits and More

At Goodwin, you will discover your next career opportunity with a rewarding compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement & Savings Plan
• Emergency back-up child and adult care
• Paid vacation, sick time off, and holidays
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities
• Employee recognition and reward programs
• Employee wellness and assistance programs
• Employee discounts and perks

This position is eligible for overtime: No

The Target Salary Range For This Position Varies By Location And Is Commensurate With Relevant Experience: $150,000.00 - $165,000.00

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