Lead Data Engineer

Vistra Corporate Services Company; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Vistra Corporate Services in Irving, Texas is seeking a Lead Data Engineer to design and implement complex data solutions and to manage the organization’s data infrastructure. You will collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and other engineers to deliver accurate, timely data for analytics and decision-making.

You will lead ETL development, data warehousing, and performance improvements while mentoring junior engineers and evaluating new technologies to advance data capabilities.

Qualifications

• 7–9 years of experience in data engineering, data warehousing, and ETL processes.
• Proficient in Python, Java, or SQL.
• Experience with MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB and BI tools like Tableau/Power BI.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of complex data pipelines, ETL processes, and data warehousing solutions.
• Build and manage databases and data models.
• Collaborate with data scientists and analysts to deliver data in required formats.
• Ensure data accuracy, completeness, and integrity; optimize system performance.
• Implement and maintain data security measures and data governance policies.
• Mentor junior data engineers and evaluate new data technologies.

Skills

Python

Java

SQL

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MySQL

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

Hadoop

Spark

Kafka

Job description

Job Summary

As a Lead Data Engineer, you will be responsible for leading the design and implementation of complex data solutions and managing the organization's data infrastructure. You will work closely with data scientists, data analysts, and other data engineers to ensure data is processed, stored, and analyzed efficiently and accurately.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead the design and implementation of complex data pipelines, ETL processes, and data warehousing solutions.
• Build and manage databases and data models.
• Develop and implement data integration and data transformation processes.
• Collaborate with data scientists and data analysts to understand data requirements and provide data in the required format.
• Ensure data accuracy, completeness, and integrity.
• Optimize system performance and recommend improvements to optimize performance.
• Implement and maintain data security measures.
• Ensure compliance with data privacy and data governance policies.
• Lead and mentor junior data engineers and provide technical guidance and support.
• Evaluate new data technologies and make recommendations for implementation.
• Manage projects and ensure timely delivery of data solutions.

Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements

• 7-9 years of experience in data engineering, data warehousing, and ETL processes.
• Proficient in programming languages such as Python, Java, or SQL.
• Extensive experience with database technologies such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB.
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI.
• Experience with big data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, or Kafka.
• Experience gained through college degree programs and/or certifications is applicable to above skills.

Key Metrics

• Understanding of data privacy and data governance policies.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead and manage projects.

Location: Irving, Texas, Texas

Company: Vistra Corporate Services

Job Family: Data Analytics

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