Citizens · 2 hours ago
Principal Data Engineer
Phoenix, AZ
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$150K/yr - $180K/yr
8+ years expCitizens is seeking a Principal Data Engineer with deep architectural expertise and a proven track record in designing and building high-performing data and analytical solutions. This role involves leading the design and implementation of enterprise-grade data frameworks and mentoring engineering teams to foster best practices in data engineering.
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Responsibilities
Architect and lead the design and implementation of enterprise-grade data frameworks and pipelines across cloud and on-prem environments
Develop scalable data products and solutions that support business intelligence, analytics, and operational needs
Mentor and guide engineering teams, fostering best practices in data engineering, architecture, and software development
Design and articulate technical architecture for data platforms, ensuring alignment with business and regulatory requirements
Implement MDM solutions, including match/merge/survivorship setup and tuning, using tools like MDM SaaS Customer 360
Build robust data pipelines using streaming and batch processing technologies to ingest, transform, and deliver data from various financial sources
Ensure data quality and integrity through rigorous testing, validation, and monitoring practices
Collaborate cross-functionally with business stakeholders, product managers, and technology teams to deliver optimal data solutions
Drive innovation by identifying opportunities to improve data utilization, performance, and business outcomes
Support production deployments, including change management, user acceptance testing, and operational handoffs
Qualification
Required
8+ years of experience in data engineering and architecture
Strong hands-on experience with Apache Spark, Beam, Flink, and Apache Kafka
Proficiency in Java, Scala, Python, and SQL
Experience with microservices architecture, API development, and cloud-native applications
Expertise in AWS cloud services including Glue, S3, Redshift, Lake Formation, and general cloud data processing
Familiarity with ETL tools such as Talend or DataStage
Knowledge of data warehousing, data lakes, and MDM principles
Strong understanding of data governance, compliance, and regulatory requirements
Familiarity with customer preferences
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technology field
Preferred
Experience with UI frameworks like React, Angular, and Spring Boot (a plus)
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
Retirement benefits
Maternity/paternity leave
Flexible work arrangements
Education reimbursement
Wellness programs
Paid time off policy exceeds the mandatory, paid sick or paid time-away policy of very local and state jurisdiction in the United States
Company
Citizens
At Citizens, we recognize that the journey to accomplishment is no longer linear and that individuals are made of all they have done and all they are going to do.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2B2025-02-26Post Ipo Debt· $750M
2024-07-09Post Ipo Debt· $1.25B
2014-09-23IPO
Leadership Team
Melisa Carrascoza
SVP, Business Banking Market Executive - New England South
Steve Kozek
Head of Commercial Excellence, Senior Vice President
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