Remote Data Engineer

Description:

• The Data Engineer will be part of the global Operations & Technology organization, specifically within the D&A team focused on data and analytics strategies.
• This role supports NBCU’s extensive portfolio of brands, including broadcast, cable, news, sports networks, film studios, and theme parks.
• The Data Engineer will contribute to building the next generation of data pipelines and applications to support generative AI initiatives.
• Responsibilities include engaging with business leaders to define data requirements, executing ETL/ELT processes, and participating in the design and scaling of data pipelines.
• The role involves automating workflows, enhancing data delivery, and redesigning infrastructure for scalability.
• The Data Engineer will apply design patterns to ensure performance, cost-efficiency, security, and a positive user experience.
• Active participation in development sprints, demonstrations, and retrospectives is expected, along with cultivating relationships with IT support teams for smooth deployment.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in data engineering, with a foundational understanding of data modeling, ETL/ELT principles, and data warehousing.
• Experience with data management fundamentals and cloud-based data warehouses such as AWS S3, GCP Cloud Storage, Azure Blob Storage, GCP BigQuery, or Snowflake.
• Proficiency in building data pipelines using Python and SQL is required.
• Experience with workflow orchestration tools like Airflow is preferred, or a willingness to learn.
• Familiarity with CI/CD principles and processes applied to data engineering solutions is necessary.
• A general understanding of cloud data engineering design patterns and use cases is expected.
• A Bachelor’s degree in a related quantitative discipline is preferred.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across diverse teams are essential.
• The candidate should be action-oriented, demonstrating problem-solving skills and ethical behavior.

Benefits:

• This position is fully remote, allowing employees to work from their residence.
• Eligible for company-sponsored benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• The role includes a 401(k) plan, paid leave, and tuition reimbursement.
• Employees can access a variety of discounts and perks.
• The salary range for this position is between $100,000 and $135,000.