Senior Data Engineer

RSM; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM is seeking a skilled Business Intelligence and Data Engineering professional to design data models, build ETL pipelines, and develop semantic models and dashboards. You will collaborate with our Data Analytics team across regions to turn data into actionable insights.

The role requires a strong background in data modeling, BI solutions, and cloud platforms, with travel up to 20%. Hybrid work model, based in Chicago area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Math, CS, IS, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Analytics.
• 3+ years designing data models across multiple domains.
• 3+ years designing and developing BI solutions.
• 3+ years building scalable data pipelines to ingest/transform/load data into data lakes/warehouses.
• Proficient in SQL; experience with Python/Scala.
• Experience with major cloud platforms (Azure/AWS/GCP).
• Experience with data platforms like Fabric, Databricks or Snowflake.
• Experience with Git, DevOps, CI/CD and Version Control.
• Experience with BI visualization tools (Power BI, QuickSight, Tableau).
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Willing to travel up to 20%.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain data models (dimensional and 3NF) aligned with business requirements.
• Design and develop ETL pipelines consolidating data from multiple sources into a unified platform, including mappings and transformations.
• Develop Semantic Models and Reports/Dashboards based on business needs.
• Facilitate requirements sessions and analyze data to identify data needs for business objectives.
• Collaborate with clients and cross-regional teams.

Skills

SQL

Data modeling

ETL pipelines

BI reporting

Python/Scala

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Cloud platforms

CI/CD/DevOps

Education

Bachelor’s degree (Math/CS/IS/Finance/Economics/Analytics)

Tools

Databricks

Snowflake

Fabric

Power BI

Tableau

Git

CI/CD tools

Job description

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You’ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM.

We are seeking a skilled Business Intelligence and Data Engineering professional with a strong background in design and development, data modeling, and business analytics. This individual will collaborate closely with our Data Analytics team to:

• Create and maintain data models (dimensional and 3NF) aligned with business requirements.

• Design and develop ETL pipelines that consolidate data from various source systems into a unified data platform, including defining source-to-target mappings, business rules, and any necessary data transformations.

• Develop Semantic Models and Reports / Dashboards based on business requirements.

• Facilitate business requirements sessions and conduct data analysis to accurately identify and specify the data needed to support impactful business objectives.

• Collaborate effectively with clients and team members across regions.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Math, Computer Science, Information Systems, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Analytics.

• 3+ years of experience designing data models across multiple subject areas and business domains.

• 3+ years of experience in designing and developing business intelligence solutions.

• 3+ years of designing and developing scalable, efficient data pipelines to ingest, transform, and load data from multiple sources into data lakes and data warehouses

• Proficient in SQL

• Experience with Python/Scala

• Proven experience with major cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure, AWS or GCP

• Experience with data platforms like Fabric, Databricks or Snowflake

• Experience with GIT, DevOps, CI/CD and Version Control

• Experience with BI visualization tools such as Power BI, Quick Sight or Tableau.

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

• Team-oriented with the ability to work independently and in virtual teams.

• Passion for solving complex business problems through data-driven solutions.

• Willing and able to travel up to 20%

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience conducting solution / technical assessments.

• Experience with DBT, Spark and BigData technologies

• Knowledge of Databricks.

• Working knowledge of the modernized information management tool (e.g., Collibra, Informatica, Talend, Alation, Purview)

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.

We believe flexibility and in-person connection both play an important role in how we work and grow. Most roles at RSM follow a hybrid workstyle, which means team members are aligned to an RSM office and come together in person when it best supports clients, teams, development or relationship-building. Some roles may be virtual or primarily on-site based on role requirements, team priorities and client needs.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender; sexual orientation; HIV Status; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the US uniformed service; US Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership. RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at [e-mail].

RSM does not intend to hire entry level candidates who will require sponsorship now OR in the future (i.e. F-1 visa holders). If you are a recent U.S. college / university graduate possessing 1-2 years of progressive and relevant work experience in a same or similar role to the one for which you are applying, excluding internships, you may be eligible for hire as an experienced associate.

RSM will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records. For those living in California or applying to a position in California, please click here for additional information.

At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Compensation Range: $88,900 - $168,300

Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and and individual performance.