Data Engineer Co-op

MegazoneCloud US; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Mentorship from senior engineers

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

A leading cloud technology firm in Rochester is looking for a Data Engineer Co-op who is passionate about applying technical skills to real-world problems. The role involves collaborating with senior engineers, contributing to data pipelines, and optimizing code in Python and SQL. Ideal candidates are pursuing a degree in Computer Science or a related field and have experience with data structures and algorithms. This opportunity offers a chance to work in a dynamic environment that values learning and diverse perspectives.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.
• Expected graduation date of December 2026 or later.
• Academic or project experience with Python and SQL.
• Solid understanding of data structures and algorithms.
• A strategic 'builder' mentality.
• Ability to communicate technical ideas clearly.
• Eligible to work in the US.

Responsibilities

• Work within the technical team on data pipelines.
• Collaborate with senior engineers for mentorship.
• Write and optimize Python and SQL code.
• Participate in team meetings and design discussions.
• Gain exposure to AWS, Databricks, and Snowflake.
• Work with data science and infrastructure teams.

Skills

Python

SQL

Data structures

Algorithms

Database principles

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

AWS

Databricks

Snowflake

Job description

Who We’re Looking For

Megazone Cloud is looking for a Data Engineer Co‑op who is a "builder" at heart and eager to apply technical skills to real‑world customer problems. We need students who are curious, driven, and comfortable asking "what if?" to solve complex challenges. You should be passionate about data engineering and ready to transition from classroom theory to professional execution. We value a "jack of all trades" approach—someone who is ready to jump into a fast‑moving environment and learn a modern tech stack by doing the work.

What You’ll Do

• Direct Contribution: Work as a real member of the technical team, helping build and maintain the data pipelines that power our business and client solutions.
• Technical Mentorship: Collaborate with senior engineers under a "force multiplier" leadership philosophy designed to level up your technical expertise.
• Development: Write and optimize Python and SQL code to automate processes and manage data workflows.
• Project Integration: Participate in team meetings and technical discovery, bringing a fresh perspective to design discussions.
• Tooling & Ecosystems: Gain hands‑on exposure to AWS, Databricks, and Snowflake.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Work alongside data science and infrastructure teams to see how high‑growth startups scale.

What You Bring (Requirements)

• Education: Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related technical field.
• Timeline: Expected graduation date of December 2026 or later.
• Core Skills: Academic or project‑based experience with Python and SQL.
• Foundations: A solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and database principles.
• Mindset: A strategic "builder" mentality and a genuine thirst for technical knowledge.
• Communication: Ability to communicate technical ideas clearly and work effectively within a team.
• Eligibility: Must be currently eligible to work in the US.

Bonus Points

• Projects involving AWS, Databricks, or Snowflake.
• Coursework in GenAI or MLOps.
• A link to your GitHub or a portfolio of your technical work.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Our Product is Our People: We invest in people who invest in themselves; your growth is our growth.
• True Servant Leadership: Our CTO and management team empower you, clear roadblocks, and avoid micromanaging.
• Flat Organization, Real Impact: Your designs and input directly shape our technical roadmap and our clients' success.
• A "Learn‑from‑it" Culture: We move fast—mistakes are treated as learning opportunities, not failures.

NOTE: We are unable to provide sponsorship for this position.

We seek diverse talent who are ready to make an immediate impact. We believe that innovation thrives when teams are built with a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you are excited by this mission, we encourage you to apply, even if your experience doesn't perfectly match every qualification listed.

Megazone Cloud is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E‑Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires.