Junior Data Engineer: Build Data Pipelines & Dashboards

Greystar; Michigan; On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off

Housing discount

Sabbatical

401(k) with company match

Parental leave

Job summary

Greystar is seeking a Junior Data Engineer to help build and optimize data pipelines, ensure data quality, and support BI and analytics initiatives. The role collaborates with engineers, analysts, and stakeholders to implement Azure-based data solutions and maintain data workflows.

The position emphasizes learning cloud technologies, DevOps practices, and data governance while contributing to reporting and data preparation tasks across the organization.

Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• 0-3 years of experience in data engineering, software development, data analytics, or a related technical field.
• Basic understanding of database concepts, data structures, and data integration techniques.
• Familiarity with SQL and relational databases.
• Experience with Python, PowerShell, or another scripting language.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate within a team environment.
• Eagerness to learn new technologies and data engineering best practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development, testing, and maintenance of data pipelines and data integration processes.
• Support the collection, transformation, and loading of data from various source systems.
• Perform data profiling and basic source system analysis to identify data quality issues and improvement opportunities.
• Write, maintain, and optimize SQL queries and data transformation logic.
• Help validate data accuracy, completeness, and consistency across systems.
• Participate in troubleshooting and resolving data-related issues and production support requests.
• Assist in creating and maintaining source-to-target mapping documentation and technical specifications.
• Support data warehouse and reporting initiatives through data preparation and validation activities.
• Monitor data processes and report performance or quality concerns to senior team members.
• Contribute to the implementation of Azure-based data solutions and services.
• Follow established DevOps, CI/CD, and data governance practices.
• Collaborate with data engineers, analysts, data scientists, and business stakeholders to support project delivery.
• Document processes, workflows, and technical solutions.
• Continuously develop technical skills and stay informed of emerging data technologies and best practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

SQL

Python

PowerShell

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Azure Data Factory

Azure Synapse Analytics

Databricks

Git

Job description

Greystar is seeking a Junior Data Engineer to help build and optimize data pipelines, ensure data quality, and support BI and analytics initiatives. The role collaborates with engineers, analysts, and stakeholders to implement Azure-based data solutions and maintain data workflows.

The position emphasizes learning cloud technologies, DevOps practices, and data governance while contributing to reporting and data preparation tasks across the organization.