Junior Data Engineer

Medpace; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Competitive PTO packages, starting at 20+ days

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Modern, ecofriendly campus with on-site fitness center

Structured career paths with opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

A clinical research organization is looking for a full-time Junior Data Engineer in Cincinnati, Ohio. This role involves collaborating on data warehousing and business intelligence projects using tools like Power BI and Snowflake. Candidates should possess a relevant Bachelor's degree and have strong analytical skills. The role offers a flexible work environment, competitive PTO, and a pathway for professional growth among other benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.
• Internship experience in Data or Software Engineering.
• Solid ETL development and reporting knowledge.
• Knowledge of Snowflake, Fivetran, and dbt transformations preferred.
• Python and REST API knowledge preferred.
• Basic SQL Server knowledge required.
• C# and Azure development is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Utilize skills in development areas including data warehousing and databases.
• Support programming using ETL and ELT tools.
• Design and develop business intelligence systems primarily using Power BI.
• Gather user requirements and document them.
• Participate in validation, testing, and SDLC activities.
• Create applications following the full software lifecycle and provide end-user support.

Skills

Data warehousing

Business intelligence

SQL

Python

REST API

C#

Azure development

ETL/ELT design

Requirements gathering

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or related field

Tools

Snowflake

dbt

Azure Data Factory

Microsoft Power BI

SSIS

Power BI

SQL Server

Job description

Our corporate activities are growing rapidly, and we are currently seeking a full-time, office-based Junior Data Engineer to join our Information Technology team. This position will work on a team to accomplish tasks and projects that are instrumental to the company’s success. If you want an exciting career where you use your previous expertise and can develop and grow your career even further, then this is the opportunity for you.

Responsibilities

• Utilize skills in development areas including data warehousing, business intelligence, and databases (Snowflake, ANSI SQL, SQL Server, T‑SQL);
• Support programming/software development using Extract, Transform, and Load (ETL) and Extract, Load and Transform (ELT) tools, (dbt, Azure Data Factory, SSIS);
• Design, develop, enhance and support business intelligence systems primarily using Microsoft Power BI;
• Collect, analyze and document user requirements;
• Participate in software validation process through development, review, and/or execution of test plan/cases/scripts;
• Create software applications by following software development lifecycle process, which includes requirements gathering, design, development, testing, release, and maintenance;
• Communicate with team members regarding projects, development, tools, and procedures; and
• Provide end‑user support including setup, installation, and maintenance for applications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field;
• Internship experience in Data or Software Engineering;
• Knowledge of developing dimensional data models and awareness of the advantages and limitations of Star Schema and Snowflake schema designs;
• Solid ETL development, reporting knowledge based off intricate understanding of business process and measures;
• Knowledge of Snowflake cloud data warehouse, Fivetran data integration and dbt transformations is preferred;
• Knowledge of Python is preferred;
• Knowledge of REST API;
• Basic knowledge of SQL Server databases is required;
• Knowledge of C#, Azure development is a bonus; and
• Excellent analytical, written and oral communication skills.

Medpace Overview

Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO). We provide Phase I‑IV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through its scientific and disciplined approach. We leverage local regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic disease, endocrinology, central nervous system, anti‑viral and anti‑infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, employing more than 5,000 people across 40+ countries.

Why Medpace?

People. Purpose. Passion. Make a Difference Tomorrow. Join Us Today.

The work we’ve done over the past 30+ years has positively impacted the lives of countless patients and families who face hundreds of diseases across all key therapeutic areas. The work we do today will improve the lives of people living with illness and disease in the future.

Cincinnati Perks

• Cincinnati Campus Overview
• Flexible work environment
• Competitive PTO packages, starting at 20+ days
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Company‑sponsored employee appreciation events
• Employee health and wellness initiatives
• Community involvement with local nonprofit organizations
• Discounts on local sports games, fitness gyms and attractions
• Modern, ecofriendly campus with an on‑site fitness center
• Structured career paths with opportunities for professional growth
• Discounted tuition for UC online programs

Awards

• Named a Top Workplace in 2024 by The Cincinnati Enquirer
• Recognized by Forbes as one of America's Most Successful Midsize Companies in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024
• Continually recognized with CRO Leadership Awards from Life Science Leader magazine based on expertise, quality, capabilities, reliability, and compatibility

What To Expect Next

A Medpace team member will review your qualifications and, if interested, you will be contacted with details for next steps.