Data Operations Engineer

Strada Education Foundation supports programs and policies connecting education and employment in the U.S., focusing on improving pathways to opportunity through post-high school education.
$115,300 - $137,600
Data
Senior Software Engineer
Hybrid
5+ years of experience
Education · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Data Operations Engineer

Strada Education Foundation is seeking a Data Operations Engineer to lead their data infrastructure initiatives. This role is crucial in managing and optimizing a cloud data warehouse environment, supporting advanced research and workforce analytics. The position offers a competitive salary range of $115,300 - $137,600 with additional annual bonus opportunities.

The role combines technical expertise in data engineering with strategic business impact, focusing on establishing and maintaining robust data infrastructure. Key responsibilities span across data management (40%), system administration (30%), data collaboration (20%), and team leadership (10%). The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience with cloud data warehouses, particularly Snowflake, and strong skills in SQL and Python.

Working in a hybrid environment across Washington, DC or Indianapolis, you'll be part of a mission-driven organization that strengthens connections between education and employment in the U.S. The role involves collaborating with research teams and state agency partners, implementing data governance policies, and driving data-quality improvements.

This position offers growth opportunities in a collaborative environment, with approximately 10% travel for conferences and meetings. The role is perfect for a seasoned data professional who wants to make a meaningful impact in education and workforce development while working with cutting-edge data technologies and practices.

Last updated 22 days ago

Responsibilities For Data Operations Engineer

  • Manage, maintain, and optimize the cloud data warehouse environment
  • Develop and orchestrate scalable ETL/ELT data pipelines
  • Ensure data integrity, quality, and governance compliance
  • Establish best practices for data security and access control
  • Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues
  • Manage storage, query performance, and resource allocation in Snowflake
  • Provide technical data access and support to the Analytics team
  • Assist in the development of dashboards and reporting tools
  • Provide guidance and training to research teams

Requirements For Data Operations Engineer

Python
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, data engineering, information systems, or related field (Master's preferred)
  • 5+ years experience in managing Snowflake or other cloud-based data warehouse platforms
  • Strong proficiency in SQL, Python, or other data engineering languages
  • Experience with ETL/ELT pipeline development and cloud-based data integration
  • Knowledge of data governance, compliance, and security best practices
  • Experience working with state-level workforce, education, and/or economic datasets
  • Familiarity with business intelligence tools like Tableau or Power BI
  • Experience managing API integrations
  • Experience with project management methodologies

Benefits For Data Operations Engineer

  • Comprehensive employee benefit package
  • Annual bonus

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