Data Engineer (Hybrid)

Securian Financial Group; United States; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Leave programs

Holidays

401(k) and pension plan

Health insurance

Volunteer time

Associate Resource Groups

Environmental Health & Sustainability

Mental Wellness programs

Diversity networks

Job summary

Securian Financial Group is seeking a Data Engineer Sr Analyst to design, build, and optimize scalable data pipelines enabling AI, analytics, and enterprise use cases. You will evolve data architecture while collaborating with data scientists, ML engineers, PMs, and tech teams to deliver trusted data solutions.

The role emphasizes governance, mentorship, and continuous skill growth in a fast-moving data environment.

Qualifications

• 4 year degree in Computer Science, related field, or equivalent industry experience.
• 2+ years of hands-on, professional experience working in Data Engineering.
• Experience with ETL, data storage options, data quality, working with structured and unstructured data.
• ANSI SQL Skills/Experience.
• Cloud knowledge and experience – AWS and Snowflake preferred.
• Programming experience - Python or Java preferred.
• Soft Skills: Strong problem solving and analytical abilities. Solid communication skills. Curiosity and willingness to learn. Flexibly and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Design, build and optimize data pipelines and transformations enabling Artificial Intelligence, advanced analytics, and other enterprise use cases.
• Research, recommend, implement, and drive changes to evolve architecture and patterns to meet quickly changing data requirements.
• Collaborate with product managers, data scientists, machine learning engineers, technology teams and other stakeholders to understand requirements, prioritize tasks, and deliver data solutions that excite stakeholders and deliver business value.
• Mentor and consult with team members and other areas to ensure best practices and optimal data solutions are implemented.
• Leverage data governance and data security tooling, processes, and principles to ensure data is secure, easy to find, trusted, and accessible.
• Devise technical solutions to drive business outcomes based on an understanding of customers, business processes and technical requirements.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Problem solving

Communication skills

Curiosity

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, related field, or equivalent industry experience

Tools

AWS

Snowflake

Python

Java

ETL

ANSI SQL

Job description

*Securian Financial Groups internal position title is Data Engineering Sr Analyst. Position Summary: Securian Financial is looking for a curious and motivated Data Engineer who’s excited to use data and technology to solve meaningful business problems. In this role, you’ll design, build, and optimize scalable data pipelines that enable artificial intelligence, advanced analytics, and other enterprise use cases, while helping evolve data architecture and patterns to meet changing needs. You’ll collaborate closely with data scientists, machine learning engineers, product managers, technology teams, and business partners to deliver trusted, secure, and accessible data solutions. Along the way, you’ll apply strong data governance practices, mentor teammates, and continue growing your skills in a fast-moving data and analytics environment—all while turning data into outcomes that drive real business value.

Responsibilities include but not limited to: Design, build and optimize data pipelines and transformations enabling Artificial Intelligence, advanced analytics, and other enterprise use cases. Research, recommend, implement, and drive changes to evolve architecture and patterns to meet quickly changing data requirements. Collaborate with product managers, data scientists, machine learning engineers, technology teams and other stakeholders to understand requirements, prioritize tasks, and deliver data solutions that excite stakeholders and deliver business value. Mentor and consult with team members and other areas to ensure best practices and optimal data solutions are implemented. Leverage data governance and data security tooling, processes, and principles to ensure data is secure, easy to find, trusted, and accessible. Devise technical solutions to drive business outcomes based on an understanding of customers, business processes and technical requirements.

Qualifications: 4 year degree in Computer Science, related field, or equivalent industry experience. 2+ years of hands‑on, professional experience working in Data Engineering. Technical Skills: Experience with tools and concepts related to data and analytics, such as ETL, data storage options, data quality, working with structured and unstructured data. ANSI SQL Skills/Experience. Cloud knowledge and experience – AWS and Snowflake preferred. Programming experience - Python or Java preferred. Soft Skills: Strong problem solving and analytical abilities. Solid communication skills. Curiosity and willingness to learn. Flexibly and adaptability.

#LI-Hybrid

This position will have a hybrid working arrangement, working in‑office for a minimum of 3 days a week. Securian Financial believes in hybrid work as an integral part of our culture. Associates get the benefit of working both virtually and in our offices. If you’re in a commutable distance (90 minutes) you’ll join us 3 days each week in our offices to collaborate and build relationships. Our policy allows flexibility for the reality of business and personal schedules.

The estimated base pay range for this job is: $72,000.00 - $134,000.00 Pay may vary depending on job‑related factors and individual experience, skills, knowledge, etc. More information on base pay and incentive pay (if applicable) can be discussed with a member of the Securian Financial Talent Acquisition team.

Benefits

• Paid time off: We want you to take time off for what matters most to you. Our PTO program provides flexibility for associates to take meaningful time away from work to relax, recharge and spend time doing what’s important to them. And Securian Financial rewards associates for their service by providing additional PTO the longer you stay at Securian.
• Leave programs: Securian’s flexible leave programs allow time off from work for parental leave, caregiver leave for family members, bereavement and military leave.
• Holidays: Securian provides nine company paid holidays.
• Company-funded pension plan and a 401(k) retirement plan: Share in the success of our company. Securian’s 401(k) company contribution is tied to our performance up to 10 percent of eligible earnings, with a target of 5 percent. The amount is based on company results compared to goals related to earnings, sales and service.
• Health insurance: From the first day of employment, associates and their eligible family members – including spouses, domestic partners and children – are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Volunteer time: We know the importance of community. Through company-sponsored events, volunteer paid time off, a dollar-for-dollar matching gift program and more, we encourage you to support organizations important to you.
• Associate Resource Groups: Build connections, be yourself and develop meaningful relationships at work through associate-led ARGs.
• Environmental Health & Sustainability
• Mental Wellness and Disability Pride at Securian Financial
• Securian Young Professionals Network
• Securian Multicultural Network
• Securian Women and Allies Network
• Servicemember Associate Resource Group

For more information regarding Securian’s benefits, please review our Benefits page. This information is not intended to explain all the provisions of coverage available under these plans. In all cases, the plan document dictates coverage and provisions.

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