Per Scholas · 12 hours ago
Data Engineering Instructor
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$60/hr - $60/hr
1+ years expPer Scholas is dedicated to driving mobility and opportunity through tech training. They are seeking a Data Engineering Instructor to support training for students pursuing careers in Data Engineering, focusing on instructional delivery and student progress monitoring.
Information Technology & Services
Responsibilities
Support instructor-led training that prepares students for entry-level to mid-level careers in Data Engineering
Responsibilities include daily instruction, assessment administration, attendance, one-on-one tutoring, daily evaluation and monitoring of individual student progress, addressing student violations with students in a consistent manner, and more
Provide students with access to relevant resources for outside learning on technologies and study aids relevant to the curriculum
Work closely with the team to identify student needs, provide the necessary support, establish individualized plans for student achievement, and participate in regular student-status meetings
Maintain and update Salesforce and/or our LMS with student grades, certification scores, and progress notes
Support and maintain the training curricula, syllabi, lesson plans, and other classroom materials
Qualification
Required
1-3 years of teaching or training experience
Strong technical background; able to grasp and convey highly technical subject matter
Ability to respond clearly to live digital conversations via a digital engagement platform such as Zoom or an in-person training environment
Strong communication skills
Proficiency in Unix/Linux command line navigation and basic shell scripting
In-depth knowledge of relational databases, SQL programming, and database design principles
Experience building and deploying production data processing pipelines
Excellent Python and SQL development, debugging, and data modeling skills
Experience with data analysis and visualization using Python packages (i.e., NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib, Pyplot, etc.)
Experience setting up new data sources and migrating data, as well as establishing or fine-tuning ETL/ELT processes using industry-recognized technologies
Experience with Data Warehousing, Data Mart, and Big Data platforms and technologies
Experience with Apache Spark and Spark SQL
Experience with Docker
Demonstrable proficiency with enterprise Business Intelligence tools (i.e., Power BI or Tableau)
Ability to respond clearly to live digital conversations via a digital engagement platform like Zoom
Experience with version control systems (i.e., Git)
Knowledge of CI/CD tools and processes (i.e. Jenkins)
Strong communication skills
Commitment to ongoing professional development, applicable certifications, and coursework to stay current with rapidly evolving technology trends and advancements
Proficiency in leveraging AI tools (e.g., LLMs, GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT) for code generation, debugging, and explaining complex technical concepts
Ability to integrate AI-driven workflows into technical troubleshooting and the execution of practice exercises
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent practical/industry experience)
Strong technical aptitude (Google Sheets/Excel, Slides/PowerPoint, Salesforce, Slack, Zoom, etc.), project management, and organizational skills with detailed follow-through abilities
Excellent written communication, presentation, and customer service skills
Solid understanding of business needs
Strong evaluation and data management skills
Prior knowledge or background in IT (if minimal, a desire and willingness to learn what's needed) and a passion for technology is a plus
You thrive in a creative, inventive, fast-paced startup environment with people who are passionate about their work and mission
You are data-driven, result-oriented, and a forward-looking catalyst for social change
You have a collaborative and flexible work style. You're excited to work cross-functionally with other departments and independently
You are a life-long learner
You are an effective communicator with strong oral and written skills
You are tech-savvy and learn new tools quickly
You are detail-oriented, with exceptional organizational management skills
You have strong public speaking and interpersonal skills. You are a motivator who is personable, approachable, and socially engaging. You can cultivate relationships and build rapport quickly and authentically with people from various professional and cultural backgrounds
You are adept at managing your time and balancing multiple projects and tasks
You stand behind our mission, believing that individuals from any community should have access to well-paying career positions and that talent should be recognized and recruited from diverse sources
Preferred
Experience with Hadoop and similar frameworks
Experience with Kubernetes
Experience AWS cloud technologies (AWS Redshift, Athena, QuickSight, MSK, etc.) for Data Analytics
Experience with the Coursera platform
Company
Per Scholas
Per Scholas is proud to celebrate 30 years of fostering economic mobility by giving individuals from diverse backgrounds access to high-growth tech careers.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Damon Lucky
Chief Executive Officer
Kenneth L. W.
Executive Vice President, Advisor to the CEO
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