Senior Data Engineer
Transamerica, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States
Overview
At Transamerica, hard work, innovative thinking, and personal accountability are qualities we honor and reward. We understand the potential of leveraging the talents of a diverse workforce. We embrace an environment where employees enjoy a balance between their careers, families, communities, and personal interests.
Job Summary
The Senior Data Engineer will support creation of the Book of Record by building AWS-based data pipelines, enabling a single source of truth. The role requires strong AWS expertise, Snowflake / Power BI integration, data quality focus, and ability to work in an agile, collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
Work collaboratively with other engineers, data scientists, analytics teams, and business product owners in an agile environment.
Design robust, reusable, and scalable data-driven solutions and data pipeline frameworks.
Automate ingestion, processing, and delivery of structured/unstructured and batch/real-time data.
Understand and implement best practices in enterprise data management (master data, reference data, metadata, data quality, lineage).
Work with ALM, Hedging, Risk, and other stakeholders.
Navigate competing priorities; adapt to changing requirements.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, math, engineering, or related field.
Four years of experience across data engineering, analytics, warehousing, BI, DB admin, integration.
Two years DevOps/CI-CD experience.
Practical experience with data warehousing and ETL development.
SQL expertise.
Creative thinker with strong problem solving and analytical skills.
Results oriented with strong customer focus.
Strong team collaboration and communication skills.
Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
Ability to learn new technologies quickly.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in a technical field.
Understanding of big data and streaming analytics architectures.
Experience with analytics, ML technologies.
Experience with data visualization tools.
Relevant certifications (AWS, etc.).
Programming experience (DBT, Python, Scala, Node.js).
Snowflake experience.
Working Conditions
Hybrid-Office Environment (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays); occasional travel.
Description subject to change; other duties as assigned.
Compensation for this position generally ranges between $95,000 - $115,000 annually. The salary range is a good faith estimate; actual starting pay is determined by qualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in-office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above or below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law. This position is typically eligible for an annual bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company’s discretion. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. This is a hybrid position requiring three days in office per week in one of our hub locations (Cedar Rapids, IA; Philadelphia, PA; Denver, CO). Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position.
What We Offer
For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees.
Compensation Benefits
Competitive Pay
Bonus for Eligible Employees
Benefits Package
Pension Plan
401k Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Disability Insurance
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employee Discounts
Career Training & Development Opportunities
Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits
Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.
Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring NYSE holidays).
Be Well Company holistic wellness program, including Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars.
Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program
Back-Up Care Program
PTO for Volunteer Hours
Employee Matching Gifts Program
Employee Resource Groups
Inclusion and Diversity Programs
Employee Recognition Program
Referral Bonus Programs
Inclusion & Diversity
We believe our commitment to diversity and inclusion creates a work environment filled with exceptional individuals. We’re recognized for our efforts through various indices and programs. Transamerica offers a wide range of diversity and inclusion programs, including Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) open to all employees to support a culture of inclusivity.
Giving Back
We created the Aegon Transamerica Foundation in 1994. The foundation supports nonprofit organizations focused on the things that matter most to our people in the communities where we live and work.
Transamerica’s Parent Company
Aegon acquired the Transamerica business in 1999. Since its start in 1844, Aegon serves more than 23.9 million people with investments, protection, and retirement solutions. The company focuses on climate change and inclusion and diversity. As of December 31, 2023, Aegon’s impact is noted in relevant disclosures.
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At Transamerica, hard work, innovative thinking, and personal accountability are qualities we honor and reward. We understand the potential of leveraging the talents of a diverse workforce. We embrace an environment where employees enjoy a balance between their careers, families, communities, and personal interests.
Job Summary
The Senior Data Engineer will support creation of the Book of Record by building AWS-based data pipelines, enabling a single source of truth. The role requires strong AWS expertise, Snowflake / Power BI integration, data quality focus, and ability to work in an agile, collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
Work collaboratively with other engineers, data scientists, analytics teams, and business product owners in an agile environment.
Design robust, reusable, and scalable data-driven solutions and data pipeline frameworks.
Automate ingestion, processing, and delivery of structured/unstructured and batch/real-time data.
Understand and implement best practices in enterprise data management (master data, reference data, metadata, data quality, lineage).
Work with ALM, Hedging, Risk, and other stakeholders.
Navigate competing priorities; adapt to changing requirements.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, math, engineering, or related field.
Four years of experience across data engineering, analytics, warehousing, BI, DB admin, integration.
Two years DevOps/CI-CD experience.
Practical experience with data warehousing and ETL development.
SQL expertise.
Creative thinker with strong problem solving and analytical skills.
Results oriented with strong customer focus.
Strong team collaboration and communication skills.
Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
Ability to learn new technologies quickly.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in a technical field.
Understanding of big data and streaming analytics architectures.
Experience with analytics, ML technologies.
Experience with data visualization tools.
Relevant certifications (AWS, etc.).
Programming experience (DBT, Python, Scala, Node.js).
Snowflake experience.
Working Conditions
Hybrid-Office Environment (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays); occasional travel.
Description subject to change; other duties as assigned.
Compensation for this position generally ranges between $95,000 - $115,000 annually. The salary range is a good faith estimate; actual starting pay is determined by qualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in-office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above or below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law. This position is typically eligible for an annual bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company’s discretion. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. This is a hybrid position requiring three days in office per week in one of our hub locations (Cedar Rapids, IA; Philadelphia, PA; Denver, CO). Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position.
What We Offer
For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees.
Compensation Benefits
Competitive Pay
Bonus for Eligible Employees
Benefits Package
Pension Plan
401k Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Disability Insurance
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employee Discounts
Career Training & Development Opportunities
Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits
Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.
Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring NYSE holidays).
Be Well Company holistic wellness program, including Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars.
Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program
Back-Up Care Program
PTO for Volunteer Hours
Employee Matching Gifts Program
Employee Resource Groups
Inclusion and Diversity Programs
Employee Recognition Program
Referral Bonus Programs
Inclusion & Diversity
We believe our commitment to diversity and inclusion creates a work environment filled with exceptional individuals. We’re recognized for our efforts through various indices and programs. Transamerica offers a wide range of diversity and inclusion programs, including Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) open to all employees to support a culture of inclusivity.
Giving Back
We created the Aegon Transamerica Foundation in 1994. The foundation supports nonprofit organizations focused on the things that matter most to our people in the communities where we live and work.
Transamerica’s Parent Company
Aegon acquired the Transamerica business in 1999. Since its start in 1844, Aegon serves more than 23.9 million people with investments, protection, and retirement solutions. The company focuses on climate change and inclusion and diversity. As of December 31, 2023, Aegon’s impact is noted in relevant disclosures.
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