PCA Data Engineer

DPR Construction; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Austin is seeking a talented PCA Data Engineer to develop robust data solutions. The ideal candidate will design and maintain data pipelines, working with technologies like Azure Data Factory and Python. Responsibilities include collaborating with engineers and stakeholders, monitoring pipeline performance, and ensuring data quality. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in data engineering, strong skills in cloud platforms, and excellent communication abilities. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative construction projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Data Engineer with cloud platforms.
• Strong hands-on expertise in Azure Data Factory, Python, and SQL.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain robust data pipelines and ETL processes.
• Translate business requirements into technical requirements.
• Monitor and troubleshoot pipeline performance.

Skills

Azure Data Factory

Python

SQL

Data Modeling

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Tools

Airflow

Power BI

Snowflake

Job description

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Our company is a leading construction firm dedicated to delivering high-quality, innovative projects. We integrate cutting‑edge technologies to streamline operations and enhance decision‑making.

Overview

We are looking for a talented Data Engineer to develop robust data solutions that support our business goals. You will work closely with engineers, stakeholders, and cross‑functional teams to design, develop, and maintain data pipelines that integrate, process, and manage data from various sources into a centralized data platform.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust data pipelines and ETL processes using tools like Azure Data Factory and Python across internal and external systems.
• Translate business requirements into technical requirements.
• Create and maintain technical documentation related to data architecture, integration flows, and processes.
• Monitor and troubleshoot pipeline performance and reliability with minimal oversight.
• Collaborate with other engineers, delivery leads, and platform teams to ensure data solutions meet business needs while following best practices.
• Proactively manage data quality, error handling, monitoring, and alerting to ensure timely and trustworthy data delivery.
• Perform debugging, application issue resolution, root cause analysis, and assist in proactive/preventive maintenance.
• Participate in code reviews, performance tuning, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Collaborate with data analysts, business users, and developers to ensure the accuracy and efficiency of data solutions.
• Work with the extended data team to define, develop, and maintain shared data models and definitions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Data Engineer, working with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS).
• Strong hands‑on expertise in Azure Data Factory, Azure Data Lake, Python, and SQL.
• Familiarity with cloud storage (Azure, AWS S3) and integration techniques (APIs, webhooks, REST).
• Experience with modern data platforms like Snowflake and Microsoft Fabric.
• Solid understanding of Data Modeling, pipeline orchestration, and performance optimization.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex data issues.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and support business stakeholders.
• Familiarity with tools like Power BI for data visualization is a plus.
• Experience working with or coordinating with overseas teams is a strong plus.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of Airflow or other orchestration tools.
• Experience working with Git‑based workflows and CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience in the construction industry or a similar field is a plus but not required.

Company Information

DPR Construction is a forward‑thinking, self‑performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a privately‑owned, employee‑owned company that has grown into a multi‑billion‑dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen.

Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers.