Elder Research · 13 hours ago
Senior Data Engineer
Cary, NC
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
7+ years expElder Research, Inc. is seeking to hire a Senior Data Engineer with strong engineering skills who will provide technical support across multiple project teams. The role involves leading, designing, and implementing software and data architectures to deliver analytics to clients, as well as providing consulting and training support.
AnalyticsConsultingDatabaseInformation TechnologyTraining
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop, optimize, and maintain scalable data pipelines and systems in Azure environments
Analyze large, complex datasets to extract insights and support business decision-making
Create detailed and visually appealing reports and dashboards using R, Python, SQL, and Power BI
Work closely with software developers, cloud engineers, architects, business leaders, and power users to understand requirements and deliver tailored solutions
Act as a subject-matter expert in data engineering and provide guidance on best practices
Translate complex technical concepts into actionable business insights for stakeholders
Leverage Azure services such as Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Databricks, Azure SQL Database, and Azure Blob Storage for data solutions
Ensure data architecture is aligned with industry standards and optimized for performance in cloud environments
Follow and advocate for SDLC best practices in data engineering projects
Collaborate with software development teams to ensure seamless integration of data solutions into applications
Qualification
Required
Experience: 7-12 years in data engineering, analytics, or related fields, with a focus on Azure environments
Education: Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field
Programming: Advanced expertise in Python; experience with R is a plus
Data Tools: Proficient in SQL, Power BI, and Azure-native data tools
Azure Knowledge: Strong understanding of Azure services, including data integration, storage, and analytics solutions
SDLC Knowledge: Proven track record of delivering data solutions following SDLC methodologies
Consultative Skills: Strong client-facing experience with excellent communication and presentation abilities
Due to Customer requirements Candidates must be US Citizens or Permanent Residents of the United States of America
Preferred
Certifications in Azure (e.g., Azure Data Engineer, Azure Solutions Architect)
Familiarity with Azure Functions, Event Grid, and Logic Apps
Hands-on experience with machine learning frameworks and big data processing tools (e.g., Spark, Hadoop)
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices for data engineering workflows
Benefits
Competitive Salary and Benefits
Company Stock Ownership: all employees are provided with shares of the company each year based on company value and profits.
Elder Research provides a supportive work environment with established parental, bereavement, and PTO policies.
By prioritizing a healthy work-life balance - with reasonable hours, solid pay, low travel, and extremely flexible time off - Elder Research enables and encourages its employees to serve others and enjoy their lives.
Company
Elder Research
Elder Research, Inc. is a consulting company in data science, predictive analytics, and text mining.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$3M2025-12-10Acquired
2023-10-16Series Unknown· $3M
Leadership Team
Gerhard Pilcher
CEO
Jeff Deal
Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
2026-01-16
Washington Technology
2025-12-11
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