Senior Data Engineer — Remote, Data Platform Innovator

First American; Texas; Remote; USD 122,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

First American is seeking a Senior Data Engineer to design and deploy big data platforms for analytics. You will collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and analysts to deliver scalable data solutions using SQL Server, MongoDB, and cloud technologies.

You will automate data delivery, optimize pipelines, and ensure data quality across projects. Strong communication and a proactive, self-driven approach are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 5-8 years of directly related experience.
• Experience working in Agile SDLC methodology.
• Proficient with SQL and T-SQL programming skills.
• Working experience building data/ETL pipeline and data warehouse.
• Demonstrated expertise in data modeling, database maintenance, monitoring and performance tuning on SQL Server, MongoDB or other NoSQL databases.
• Exceptional analytical skills analyzing large and complex data sets.
• Perform thorough testing and data validation to ensure the accuracy of data transformations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with precise documentation.
• Self-driven team player with ability to work independently and multi-task.
• Analytical, creative thinker and innovative problem solver.
• Working knowledge/proficient in modern cloud computing technology.

Responsibilities

• Viewed as a data expert; drives innovation and plays a key role in the department. Participates in highly visible initiatives that have broad impact.
• Identify, design, and implement internal process improvements: automate manual processes, optimize data delivery, re-design infrastructure for greater scalability.
• Design, develop, code, test, and document architectures and applications.
• Work closely with team members and cross-functional teams to ensure design/architecture/deliverables support business requirements and align with best-practices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve a wide range of data issues.
• Makes innovative recommendations to improve data reliability, efficiency and quality.
• Required to perform duties outside of normal work hours based on business needs.

Skills

SQL & T-SQL

ETL pipelines

Data warehouse

Data modeling

NoSQL databases

Analytical skills

Data validation

Documentation

Cloud computing

Agile SDLC

Team communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/related field

Tools

SQL Server

MongoDB

NoSQL databases

Job description

First American is seeking a Senior Data Engineer to design and deploy big data platforms for analytics. You will collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and analysts to deliver scalable data solutions using SQL Server, MongoDB, and cloud technologies.

You will automate data delivery, optimize pipelines, and ensure data quality across projects. Strong communication and a proactive, self-driven approach are essential.