Data Engineer

Mindex; Rancho Cucamonga (CA); Hybride; USD 90 000 - 140 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Flexible Time Off

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Professional Development Opportunities

Résumé du poste

Mindex is seeking a Data Engineer to build data pipelines, models, and warehouse structures behind SchoolTool’s dashboards and analytics. You’ll collaborate with product teams, customers, and engineers to deliver reliable data solutions and shape design decisions.

The role emphasizes cloud-native architectures, Python/Spark-based analytics, and engagement with stakeholders to ensure data products meet customer needs. Occasional in-person meetings near Rochester, NY may occur.

Qualifications

• Requires AS or BS degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Physical Science, Mathematics, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 3-5 years of data engineering experience, including enterprise data pipelines.
• Experience with OLTP and OLAP databases; hands-on with serverless platforms (AWS Lambda/Glue).

Responsabilités

• Build, test, scale, and maintain cloud-native data pipelines, data models, and warehouse structures for dashboards and analytics.
• Develop analytics solutions using Python, Spark, Snowflake, SQL, and NoSQL; utilize BI tools like QuickSight, Tableau, or Power BI.
• Contribute to large-scale data solutions from data discovery to deployment.
• Engage with customer stakeholders and deliver work aligned with their roadmap and vision.

Connaissances

Python

Apache Spark

SQL

Data modeling

Analytical thinking

Communication

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering/Mathematics or related field

Outils

AWS Lambda

AWS Glue

AWS CloudFormation

Terraform

GitLab

CodePipeline

Azure DevOps

Description du poste

Mindex is looking for a Data Engineer to build the data pipelines, models, and warehouse structures behind SchoolTool’s interactive dashboards and analytics. You’ll work with the product team, customers, and fellow engineers to deliver reliable, maintainable data solutions and help shape technical design. The ideal candidate is analytical, communicates clearly, and is eager to take on new challenges and grow.

We welcome candidates from a variety of locations; however, all candidates should be open to occasional in-person participation for business meetings, team events, or collaboration opportunities. Candidates located within approximately 35 miles of Rochester, NY may be asked to work from the office more frequently based on business or team needs.

Compensation

$90,000 - $140,000

What You’ll Accomplish

• Build, test, scale, and maintain cloud-native data pipelines, data models, and warehouse structures for SchoolTool’s dashboards and analytics.
• Develop analytics solutions with Python, Apache Spark, Snowflake, SQL and NoSQL databases, and tools like Amazon QuickSight, Tableau, or Power BI.
• Contribute to large-scale, complex data solutions, from data discovery and cleaning through model selection, validation, and deployment.
• Engage directly with customer stakeholders, deliver work aligned with their roadmap and vision, and serve as their primary contact when needed.
• Deliver well-defined data solutions independently and contribute to technical design decisions.
• Build technical and non-technical connections within your team, across Mindex delivery teams, and with customer stakeholders.
• Apply AI-assisted engineering practices and the AI DLC across planning, design, development, testing, documentation, and troubleshooting.
• Demonstrate an AI-first mindset by effectively leveraging AI-assisted tools and technologies to enhance productivity, accelerate problem-solving, improve quality, automate routine tasks, and drive innovation in the delivery of solutions and services.

Requirements

• AS or BS degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Physical Science, Mathematics, or a related field preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3-5 years of data engineering experience, including implementing a data pipeline for an enterprise application.
• Experience with OLTP and OLAP databases, plus hands‑on experience with serverless platforms such as AWS Lambda and/or AWS Glue.
• Experience with infrastructure as code using AWS CloudFormation and Terraform, and familiarity with DevOps tools like AWS CodePipeline, Azure DevOps, or GitLab.
• Strong communication skills to explain complex information clearly to your team and customer stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, critical‑thinking, and problem‑solving skills, with a focus on exceptional customer service.
• Highly organized and accurate, with strong initiative and follow‑through.
• Comfortable working independently and in a collaborative, self‑organizing team, asking questions when needed and giving and accepting feedback.
• Uses AI to augment expertise and decision‑making while maintaining ownership, accountability, and professional judgment for final work products and outcomes.
• Identifies opportunities to use AI to streamline workflows, reduce manual effort, improve efficiency, and increase business value.
• Maintains awareness of emerging AI capabilities, tools, and best practices and proactively identifies opportunities to apply them in the workplace.
• Demonstrates sound judgment in the ethical, secure, and compliant use of AI technologies while protecting confidential, customer, and company information.

Licenses & Certifications:

• AWS Certification (Associate or Foundational) or applicable industry certifications are a plus.

Why Join Mindex?

For more than 30 years, Mindex has helped organizations solve complex business challenges through custom software, cloud, data, and AI solutions. We combine deep technical expertise with a collaborative culture that empowers our employees to innovate, grow, and make a meaningful impact for our clients.

In our Product division, our teams have built platforms such as SchoolTool, Advanced Analytics, and our Integrations Platform from the ground up, while also supporting solutions like MTSS Edge and ClearTrack that help schools and organizations make smarter, data‑driven decisions.

Benefits

• Flexible Time Off

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Company‑Paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Professional Development Opportunities

Additional Information

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. Mindex is unable to sponsor employment visas at this time.

Physical Requirements/Conditions

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• No heavy lifting is expected. Exertion of up to 10 lbs.