Senior Data Engineer (US only)

Rallyday Partners; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Nimble Gravity is seeking a Senior Cloud Data Engineer to design, build, and maintain cloud-based data pipelines that ingest, transform, and load data into Azure-based platforms. You will collaborate with data architects and stakeholders to ensure scalable, reliable data workflows for analytics, reporting, and decision-making.

The role requires at least 5 years in cloud data engineering, strong Azure expertise (Databricks, Synapse, SQL), and leadership experience guiding junior engineers while

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of cloud-focused data engineering experience.
• Expertise in Microsoft Azure and related services.
• Experience with Azure Databricks, SQL Database, and Synapse.
• Proficient in Spark programming (Python, PySpark, SparkSQL).
• Experience with Azure Data Factory and Logic Apps for orchestration.
• Strong data modeling, ETL/ELT, and data warehousing knowledge.
• SQL and NoSQL databases familiarity; Apache Spark knowledge.
• Leadership experience; mentoring junior engineers.
• Azure data certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end data pipelines across sources into the cloud.
• Collaborate with data architects to ensure scalability and performance.
• Develop complex data transformation logic for analytics.
• Build and optimize ETL processes ensuring data quality.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver actionable insights.
• Lead a team of data engineers with mentorship.
• Stay current with advances in cloud data engineering.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering

Tools

Azure Databricks

Azure SQL Database

Azure Synapse Analytics

Python

SparkSQL

Azure Data Factory

Logic Apps

Kafka

Azure Event Hubs

Apache Spark

Job description

Job Description: Senior Cloud Data Engineer

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and innovative Senior Cloud Data Engineer to lead our clients in the design, development, and maintenance of cloud-based data solutions. As a key member of our data engineering team, you will be responsible for designing and developing robust data pipelines, optimizing data workflows, and ensuring the availability and reliability of our client’s cloud data platform.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design end-to-end data pipelines that efficiently collect, process, transform, and load data from various sources into our cloud environment.
• Collaborate with data architects and other stakeholders to ensure the scalability, reliability, and performance of data pipelines.
• Develop complex data transformation logic to prepare raw data for analysis and reporting purposes.
• Build and optimize Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) processes to ensure data quality and integrity.
• Collaborate with client stakeholders to understand data requirements and deliver actionable insights.
• Lead a team of data engineers, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in cloud technologies and data engineering practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Proven experience (5+ years) as a Data Engineer, with a focus on cloud-based solutions.
• Strong expertise in Microsoft Azure, including hands-on experience with relevant services.
• Data Platforms (Azure Databricks, Azure SQL Database and Azure Synapse Analytics)
• Spark Programming (Python, PySpark and SparkSQL)
• Orchestration and Automation (Azure Data Factory and Logic Apps)
• Storage (Azure Data Storage Gen2)
• Event Processing (Kafka and Azure Event Hubs)
• Proficiency in data modeling, ETL/ELT processes, and data warehousing concepts.
• Knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases, along with data processing frameworks (e.g., Apache Spark).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex data engineering issues.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to guide and mentor junior team members.
• Relevant Microsoft Azure data certifications are a plus.

About Nimble Gravity

Nimble Gravity is a team of outdoor enthusiasts, adrenaline seekers, and experienced growth hackers. We love solving hard problems and believe the right data can transform and propel growth for any organization.

Nimble Gravity is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other basis forbidden under federal, state, or local law. Nimble Gravity considers all qualified applicants.

We do not sponsor H1B visas.