Remote Data Engineer - Data Processing & Transformation for Visualization

Description:

• Peregrine Advisors Benefit Inc. is seeking a highly skilled and technically adept Data Engineer to support federal agency data initiatives.
• The initial work will focus on data processing and transformation for visualizations for a high-profile financial regulator.
• Responsibilities include optimizing, processing, curating, and cleaning data to support faster load times and closer to real-time analysis and visualization.
• The role involves accessing public and non-public APIs utilizing Python, SQL, and Linux.
• Expertise in developing and optimizing data pipelines, managing databases, and transforming data for analysis and visualization is required.
• The position requires developing and maintaining data ETL in AWS and other environments set up specifically for the federal agency.
• The role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams, including data scientists, engineers, IT professionals, and agency stakeholders.
• The Data Engineer will apply best practices in data management, governance, and compliance with federal data standards.

Requirements:

• A commitment to creating exceptional client, organizational, and social value is essential.
• A Bachelor’s degree in data engineering, data science, computer science, statistics, economics, physics, or another quantitative field with two years of relevant work experience, or a master’s degree or equivalent in a quantitative field is required.
• Proven experience in building and maintaining data pipelines and ETL processes is necessary.
• Strong proficiency in Python for scripting and automation, with experience using Linux environments is required.
• Expertise in SQL, with experience querying large datasets and working with Parquet data stores is essential.
• Experience with cloud-based database systems such as AWS, GCP, or Azure is required.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools and technologies, including Python libraries like Matplotlib and JavaScript libraries like D3.js and Highcharts, is necessary.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills are essential.
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment is required.
• Effective communication of complex data concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders is necessary.
• Candidates must be U.S. citizens and willing and able to apply for and hold a Public Trust position.
• The position is remote, but DC accessible applicants are preferred.
• All work must be conducted from within the United States.

Benefits:

• Peregrine Advisors is committed to creating social value and improving government performance through data-driven solutions, fostering an inclusive work environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.
• Extensive onboarding support, professional development opportunities, and sponsored training programs are provided to help employees excel.
• Employees work on high-impact projects with some of the largest datasets in the federal sector, offering both technical challenges and opportunities for growth.
• Peregrine Advisors is an equal opportunity employer, valuing diversity and encouraging individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.
• The benefits package includes full health coverage for employees, covering 100% of premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance, with 50% coverage for dependents.
• Life insurance policies and both short-term and long-term disability insurance are fully covered by the company.
• A 401(k) retirement plan with a 100% match on contributions up to 4% of an employee's salary per paycheck, with immediate vesting, is offered.
• Unlimited paid time off (PTO) is encouraged to promote work-life balance, requiring prior supervisor approval.
• Tuition reimbursement for further education costs, such as college courses or professional development programs, is available as approved by Peregrine management.