Senior Data Engineer AI, Automation, & Data Engineering

SilkRoad; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston University Information Services & Technology (IS&T) is seeking a Senior Data Engineer to design and scale modern data pipelines and platforms that advance BU's data and analytics capabilities. You will support institutional reporting, research, and strategic decision-making through reliable, high-quality data solutions and robust ETL workflows.

You will lead the development of analytical data models, optimize data performance, and strengthen data governance across the University’s

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in data engineering or analytics.
• Experience with data/integration tools: SnapLogic, Informatica, WebMethods, Mulesoft, or Dell Boomi.
• Knowledge of integration concepts (EAI, SOA, ESB, API Lead Management).
• Proficiency with SOAP/REST, messaging queues, and hybrid cloud/on-prem architectures.
• Familiarity with TOGAF, Zachman, and FEA frameworks.
• Proficiency in SQL, C#, .NET, Java, XML, JSON; cloud computing fundamentals (iPaaS, IaaS, SaaS, PaaS).
• Experience leading complex projects and collaborating with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain large-scale data pipelines and ETL processes using modern cloud technologies.
• Lead development and optimization of analytical data models to support reporting and analytics.
• Manage infrastructure deployments, containerized workloads, and CI/CD practices.
• Implement data quality, testing, observability, and governance standards across the data platform.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and mentor team members to advance data strategy and engineering best practices.

Skills

Data pipelines

ETL

Cloud integration

API/ SOA

Data governance

CI/CD

SQL

Big data platforms

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IS or related field

Experience in lieu of degree

Tools

SnapLogic

Informatica

Webmethods

Mulesoft

Dell Boomi

SOAP

REST

XML/JSON

Job description

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

Boston University Information Services & Technology (IS&T) is seeking applicants with diverse skills and experience to join our innovative and inclusive community. Join us as a Senior Data Engineer, where you will design and scale modern data pipelines and platforms that advance Boston University's data and analytics capabilities. In this role, you'll help support institutional reporting, research, and strategic decision-making through reliable, high-quality data solutions. You will also build robust ETL workflows, optimize data performance, and strengthen data governance across the University's technology ecosystem. As part of the Data Engineering team, you will report to the Director of Data Engineering and work closely with architects, analysts, and developers in a hybrid environment based in Boston, MA.

You Will:

• Design, build, and maintain large-scale data pipelines and ETL processes using modern cloud technologies.
• Lead the development and optimization of analytical data models to support reporting and analytics.
• Manage infrastructure deployments, containerized workloads, and CI/CD practices.
• Implement data quality, testing, observability, and governance standards across the data platform.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and mentor team members to advance data strategy and engineering best practices.

Required Skills

You Will Have:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or another related field or applicable experience in lieu of degree.
• 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of data and application integration tools such as SnapLogic, Informatica, Webmethods, Mulesoft, or Dell Boomi.
• Knowledge of integration concepts such as EAI, SOA, ESB, Web Services, Messaging Services, and API Lead Management.
• Experience using technologies like SOAP, REST, Message Queues. Familiarity with hybrid (cloud/on premise) integration architecture patterns.
• Familiarity with architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, Zachman, and FEA.
• Familiarity with fundamental programming concepts, frameworks, languages and technologies such as SQL, C#, .NET, Java, XML, and JSON. Familiarity of Cloud Computing fundamentals; specifically, iPaaS, IaaS, SaaS, PaaS.
• Experience working on multiple, complex projects as a project leader and a subject matter expert.
• Experience collaborating with business and peers on requirements, design, security, infrastructure, networking, QA, etc. topics.

Boston University offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Time Off: In addition to PTO and leave policy, BU employees have a paid intersession break and 13 paid holidays.
• Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with full vesting after 2 years of eligible service.
• Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive tuition assistance program for yourself and family members.
• Check out https://www.bu.edu/wellness/ and https://www.bu.edu/hr/part-time-employee-perks/ for more information!

Boston University IS&T invests in our staff and their personal and professional growth. We promote staff learning including lunch and learn sessions, an extensive library of online courses, Fun Advisory Board (FAB) arranges a number of events throughout the year and opportunities to engage with peers at NERCOMP and EDUCAUSE events. If you require a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the employment application process, please contact the Equal Opportunity Office at 617-353-6474. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We, at IS&T, appreciate each individual's knowledge, experiences and insights which enhance who we are, and as our DEIA knowledge and practice grows, we will ensure that our Mission, Vision, & Practices remain equitable and welcoming to all.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.