Associate Data Engineer

Westport Properties Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Westport Properties is seeking an Associate Data Engineer to help build and maintain data infrastructure, ensuring data quality and efficient workflows. You will collaborate with analytics and science teams to support new initiatives, maintain the platform, and meet deadlines across departments.

The role emphasizes working with SQL Server, Python, C#, PowerShell, and modern data tools in a remote-capable environment, with opportunities to contribute to data security and AI/LLM initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a technical field is required.
• Internship or on-the-job experience in data analytics/engineering is required.
• Knowledge of SQL Server and data processing pipelines is essential.

Responsibilities

• Build and optimize data infrastructure to meet department requirements.

Skills

SQL Server (T-SQL)

Python

C#

PowerShell

Bash

Docker

Kubernetes

Apache Airflow

Git workflows

Cloud platforms

Communication

Organization

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Math, or equivalent

Tools

SQL Server

Airflow

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

VS Code / IDEs

Git / CI

Job description

Location: Remote to AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, MA, MD, MN, MO, NC, NM, NV, NY, OR, PA, TN, TX, or WA.

FLSA Status: Exempt/Salary

WestportWork Category: Remote Team Member

Position Status: Full-Time

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm (Pacific) -subject to change based on project assignments/deadlines and location (i.e., time zone)

Base Salary Range: $70,000 - $80,000 (commensurate with experience)

Travel: Up to 5% of the time

Job Summary

The Associate Data Engineer role requires knowledge and some practice in data processing, pipeline development, and database management. The ideal candidate will have up to 2 years of on-the-job experience in data analytics and/or data engineering and have familiarity with Microsoft SQL Server, a programming language such as Python, C#, and/or Microsoft PowerShell, and other relevant technologies. The qualified person for this position will have an interest in building and maintaining data infrastructure, ensuring data quality, and optimizing data workflows. On a day-to-day basis, the Associate Data Engineer will work with our data analytics and science team to support new development initiatives, maintain the existing platform, and ensure efficient data operations. The Associate Data Engineer will perform these duties while maintaining good communication and reporting relationships with multiple departments, field management, and Company Personnel at all levels.

• Build and optimize data infrastructure to meet department requirements
• Ensure data quality and integrity across various data sources and platforms
• Collaborate with different corporate platforms, including Operations, IT, Accounting, HR, Property Services, and Marketing, to integrate data systems
• AI/LLM usage, deployment, and environment curation for agentic solutions with data security considerations
• Regular worksite attendance in accordance with Company’s Attendance Policy is required for this position
• Other duties as assigned:
  • Periodic special projects and duties may be assigned based on Company need and requirements
  • Must be able to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another, with frequent interruptions or distractions and within tight deadlines

Qualifications

Education / Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Math, or equivalent from an accredited college or university is required.
• Equivalent work experience, internships, or projects may be substituted for educational requirements.
• Internship or on-the-job experience in data analytics and/or data engineering is required.

Skills

• Basic knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server and T-SQL required
• Ability to analyze and configure data for reporting purposes
• Proficiency in an object-oriented programming language(s) required (i.e., Python, C#, Rust)
• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerShell or Bash required
• The ability to use an IDE and text editors with markdown (Visual Studio, VS Code, Notepad++, Vim, or Emacs)
• Familiarity with data pipeline tools and frameworks (Apache Airflow)
• Knowledge of virtualization software such as Docker and Automated Container Deployment (Kubernetes)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, and Outlook with advanced skills in Excel highly preferred
• Proficient with git-based workflows (using a code forge, setting up CI actions)
• Familiarity with common cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) required
• Ability to understand and convey Company Policies and relevant industry standards
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good organizational skills
• Collaborative team player
• Proactive, self-starter, goal-oriented, and ability to work independently
• Ability to effectively communicate while exercising diplomacy, sound judgment, and tact
• Ability to deal effectively with co-workers, department managers, and outside vendors
• Ability to work flexible hours depending on various departmental project deadlines and/or Company events and sponsored programs

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of Linux
• Knowledge of data integrity and programming safety and security
• Familiarity with Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform)

Physical Demands

• Stationary Position: frequently remains stationary up to 50% of the time and sitting up to 8 hours per day
• Move/Traverse: infrequently bend, stand, stoop and/or walk
• Carry Weight: infrequently carry weight and/or lift objects (light to heavy) weighing up to 10 pounds
• Hearing and Speech: frequently communicates with the ability to hear and talk on a regular basis with clients who have inquiries about their storage accounts , billing invoice or other related account matters; must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
• Sight: frequent use of sight to detect images on computer, office documents, facility objects near and far
• It is the team member’s responsibility to ensure a safe and healthy work environment. The team member’s work area needs to be located in a designated space, professional and presentable as such during video conference meetings with a minimum of audio or visual distractions. If a team member needs ergonomic support for their work area, please contact WPI’s HR department.

About Westport Properties

Founded in 1985, Westport Properties ("WPI") is an owner-operator of self-storage, multifamily and industrial properties across the United States. The Company is a fully integrated operator that develops, acquires and manages its portfolio as well as providing third-party management services. As of April 2026, WPI has over 15.4 million square feet of self-storage space under management and its total assets under management is just over $4.0 billion with its US Storage Centers brand as well as over 1,400 multifamily units while employing nearly 600 people nationwide. WPI is a founding partner of the 501(c)3 Kure-It, a non-profit organization that raises money for underfunded cancer research, and Charity Storage, a 501(c)3 that uses vacant storage units to raise money for local charities. To date, Kure-It has raised over $19M and Charity Storage has raised over $1.6M.

What We Value

As an organization, we value people who are motivated and driven. We value a collaborative work environment that enhances careers and positively impacts the community. We value our diverse work culture committed to delivering services and achieving high results. Being able to help those in need through multifamily, industrial, and storage space is just one way we measure success.

At-Will Employment & Equal Opportunity Employer

Westport Properties, Inc. is a parent company of US Storage Centers (USSC) which provides at-will, equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability or genetics. Furthermore, Westport Properties, Inc. expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment and discrimination based on age, disability, color, genetics, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in compliance with federal, state and applicable local laws governing employment and labor law in every location in which the company conducts business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.