Description:

The Data Engineer will design, build, and maintain data infrastructure for the CDC Foundation, specifically for the Workforce Acceleration Initiative (WAI).
This role is remote but must be based in the United States.
The salary range for this position is $103,500-$143,500 per year, with individual offers based on experience and qualifications.
The position is grant funded and is a limited-term opportunity ending on June 30, 2024.
Responsibilities include utilizing software engineering methods to integrate and prepare data for public health surveillance analyses, collaborating with Data Analysts and Epidemiologists, and performing data linkages between public health and geospatial data.
The Data Engineer will document data transformation processes, track projects, create and manage data systems, and optimize data pipelines for performance and scalability.
This role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams and providing technical guidance to other staff.

Requirements:

A Bachelor's degree in computer science or information systems, or equivalent experience is required.
Candidates must demonstrate ability in complex data management and preparation, including data storage and operations for data warehousing.
Experience with data integration frameworks and cloud services, particularly Microsoft Azure Databricks, is necessary.
Proficiency in designing, writing, and delivering code in a team environment using software engineering principles such as Java, Python, or R is required.
The ability to thrive in a project-based, team environment is essential.
Preferred skills include experience with spatial data, such as geopandas or ArcGIS.

The position offers a competitive salary within the specified range, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Employees will have the opportunity to work remotely, providing flexibility in their work environment.
The role contributes to meaningful public health initiatives, allowing employees to make a significant impact in the community.
The CDC Foundation promotes a smoke-free environment and complies with all applicable employment laws, ensuring a fair and inclusive workplace.