Data Engineer Job Description

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Data Engineer

CIBC - Chicago, IL

We're building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing what's right for our clients.

At CIBC, we embrace your strengths and your ambitions, so you are empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and are truly valued for who they are and what they contribute.

To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com

What you'll be doing

As a member of the U.S. Data Strategy team, you'll work in a fast-paced environment where you will be responsible for the detailed technical design and development of applications using various technology platforms. The role performs tasks of technical depth and breadth, utilizing a solid understanding of business dynamics to conduct impact analysis and provide feedback on problems with recommended solutions. The Data Engineer determines methods and approaches to projects, transforming business requirements specifications into programming instructions, designing, coding and testing programs. In addition, the role plays a key role in the development and implementation of database management solutions, supporting the company's backup plans. The role uses judgement and autonomy on day to day tasks, exercising considerable latitude to conduct data source analysis and negotiate with users regarding requirements.

Configure and Develop custom ETL Solutions to ingest data into Azure SQL Data Warehouse.
Code data quality and transformation logic for data movement within data warehouse
Develop code to publish data from data warehouse to data mart for consumption by applications or BI tools
Design and develop SQL Server data objects including tables, schemas, views, functions and stored procedures
Designing and implementing data ingestion pipelines from multiple sources using Azure DataBricks Apache Spark and/or Azure DataBricks
Developing scalable and re-usable frameworks for ingesting of data sets
Integrating the end to end data pipeline - to take data from source systems to target data repositories ensuring the quality and consistency of data is maintained at all times
Working with event based / streaming technologies to ingest and process data
Working with other members of the project team to support delivery of additional project components (API interfaces, Search)
Evaluating the performance and applicability of multiple tools against customer requirements
Document and maintain data lineage
Validate application code against unit and security tests, along with entitlement models
Work with Technical experts at the platform and enterprise levels to define custom and integrated software solutions
Work in an agile SDLC and contribute from discovery to delivery of a feature
Interface with business partners to understand requirements and present solutions within the capabilities of the enterprise
Collaborate directly with stakeholders, end-users, Product Owners, Business Analysts, and functional partners - Data, Information Security, Identity Management, Compliance, Legal, and Risk
Develop proofs of concept (PoC) as needed to evaluate product and technical strategies
Own technical and functional specifications as needed

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. You can effectively perform all work activities remotely and will only be required to be on-site on an occasional basis.

How you'll succeed

Programming Skills - Develop, code and test end-to-end stack of applications. Review, analyze, and modify programming systems, including coding, testing, and debugging.
Systems Implementation - Participate and conduct technical design, development, and integration of cross functional, multi-platform application systems.
Troubleshooting and Technical Skills - Work closely with key business and technology partners to ensure that business and client impact issues are well understood and addressed. Ensure adherence to all regulatory and information security standards and policies are maintained in all aspects of the application management. Provide technical guidance concerning business implications of application development projects
Relationship Management - Build strong relationships and partnerships with technical team members, clients, vendors and peers. Lead discussions, listen and ask the right questions to ensure problems/issues are identified and resolved. Express oneself and communicate with others verbally at an advanced level; recognizing that verbal communication is more than just language - it includes tone, style and structure.

Who you are

You have a degree/diploma in Computer Science, Engineering, Management Information Systems, or a related field of study.

You can demonstrate experience in
- 5+ years of experience as a Development Lead on Data Applications
- Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques and roles and responsibilities in providing technical or business guidance to business and technical partners.
- Proficiency in the Data technology stack, including ETL, Azure SQL and REST APIs
- Expertise in designing and deploying data applications on cloud solutions, such as Azure or AWS
- Hands on experience in performance tuning and optimizing code running in Databricks, Talend or similar ETL tools
- Proficient in programming languages like Pyspark and Python
- Good understanding of SQL, T-SQL and/or PL/SQL
- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills particularly those that apply to a big data environment
- Hands on experience designing and delivering solutions using the Azure Data Analytics platform (Cortana Intelligence Platform) including Azure Storage, Azure SQL Data Warehouse, Azure Data Lake, Azure Cosmos DB, Azure Stream Analytics
- Exposure to Integration and BI Tools such as Tableau, Cognos or Power BI
- Significant automation experience for minimizing manual processes
- Solid understanding of cloud technologies and tools
- Expert communications with c-suite and key technical partners for development tollgates and governance forums
- Able to document and tell a 'story' for a technical recommendation from framework to feature level
- Outstanding DevOps practices for environment management and integrity, security, pipeline management, code integrity, compliance, release management
- Solid execution of practices for Jira/Azure DevOps Taxonomies, Story Writing, Story Pointing, Velocity measurement
- Microsoft Azure Big Data Architecture certification a plus
You're driven by collective success. You know that collaboration can transform a good idea into a great one. You understand the power of a team that enjoys working together to create a shared vision.
You put our clients first. Passion for client service - You want the work you do each day to result in a positive client experience.
You give meaning to data. You enjoy investigating complex problems, and making sense of information. You're confident in your ability to communicate detailed information in an impactful way.
You embrace and champion change. You'll continuously evolve your thinking and the way you work in order to deliver your best.
Your influence makes an impact. You know that relationships and networks are essential to success. You inspire outcomes by making yourself heard.
You're passionate about people. You find meaning in relationships and build trust through respect and authenticity and enjoy being a team member.
Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work, and you live our values - trust, teamwork, and accountability.

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What CIBC Offers

At CIBC, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential. We aspire to give you a career, rather than just a paycheck.

We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, a benefits program*, a vacation offering, wellbeing support, and MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program.
Our spaces and technological toolkit will make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions that make a difference for our clients.
We cultivate a culture where you can express your ambition through initiatives like Purpose Day; a paid day off dedicated for you to use to invest in your growth and development.

*Subject to plan and program terms and conditions

What you need to know

CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation, please contact M[redacted]
You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit.

Job Location
IL-70 W Madison St, 10th Fl

Employment Type
Regular

Weekly Hours
40

Skills
Analytical Thinking, Application Development, Applications Programming, Emerging Technologies, IT Strategic Planning, Mentoring Staff, Project Management Technology, Work Collaboratively