University of Kentucky · 12 hours ago
STEPS Data Engineer
Greater Lexington Area
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$28/hr - $31/hr
3+ years expUniversity of Kentucky is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Data Engineer to join their data team. In this role, you will design, build, and maintain reliable data pipelines and integrations that support reporting, analytics, and operational systems, while working closely with the Data Architect to implement data models and ensure data quality.
AgricultureEducation
Responsibilities
Design, build, and maintain reliable data pipelines and integrations that support our reporting, analytics, and operational systems
Work closely with our Data Architect to implement data models
Ensure data quality
Optimize the flow of information across the organization
Qualification
Required
BA
3 years of related experience
None required for license/registration/certification
Sitting for long periods of time
Repetitive movement
Strong experience with ETL tools such as SSIS, Talend, Synapse Pipelines, or Fabric Data Factory
Solid understanding of data modeling concepts (star schema, normalization, conceptual/logical/physical models)
Experience consuming and integrating with SOAP and REST APIs
Proficiency with SQL and relational databases (SQL Server, MySQL, etc.)
Experience designing, testing, and maintaining data workflows and pipelines
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently
Familiarity with data governance, data quality, and best practices for data management
Preferred
Bachelors Degree
3+ years of experience as a Data Engineer, ETL Developer, or similar role
Company
University of Kentucky
The University of Kentucky is a public, research-extensive, land grant university dedicated to improving people's lives through excellence in teaching, research, health care, cultural enrichment, and economic development for over 150 years.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$12.55MKey Investors
U.S. Department of AgricultureNational Institute of Food and AgricultureNational Science Foundation
2024-09-16Grant· $0.91M
2024-07-22Grant· $0.77M
2024-02-22Grant· $0.87M
Leadership Team
Angela Martin
VP Financial Planning and Chief Budget Officer
Gary Johnson
Chief Innovation Officer & Vice President of Pharmacy Services
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