Database Engineer with Azure ( Fully Remote - GC or USC Only...

100% REMOTE!!!!!!! Opportunity:

Seeking a Database Engineer with Azure to join our Digital Innovation Group, focused on delivering and supporting in-house Corporate Applications.

AZURE Database Engineer:

XYZ Motors, a leading national automotive retailer and Fortune 500 company, is looking to hire a Database Engineer to support our data warehouse and analytics platform. This opportunity allows the right candidate to assist in a multi-year transformation of our data platform to a next generation cloud driven solution. Reporting to the Application Development Manager and as part of a cross-functional development team, you will have the chance to have a ground-up impact on our systems, our business, and most importantly, our customers. The Database Engineer is responsible for the design, development, testing, maintenance, and support of our data and analytics environment including; Azure development (Data Lake, Data Warehouse, Data Factory, Functions), dimensional modeling, SQL script creation, stored procedure development, integration services support, and other responsibilities as assigned. An ideal candidate will be innovative, flexible, have strong analytical skills allowing them to work collaboratively across teams to solve critical business problems.

Position Overview:

Area of Responsibility

• Participate in design, implementation, and support of a data warehouse and analytics platform utilizing Azure cloud technology
• Design and implement data load processes from On Premises sources into Azure Data Lake and subsequent Azure SQL & SQL Data Warehouse
• Migrate existing processes and data from our On Premises SQL Server and other environments to Azure Data Lake
• Design, develop, and support Azure SQL Database Data Marts for functional area data consumers
• Interface with other technology teams to extract, transform, and load data from a wide variety of data sources using Microsoft SSIS and/or Azure cloud technology.
• Troubleshoot and support Microsoft SSIS ETL processes for On Premises SQL Data Warehouse
• Explore and learn the latest Azure technologies to provide new capabilities and increase efficiency
• Work with top-notch technical professionals developing complex systems at scale and with a focus on sustained operational excellence
• Collaborate with DW developers; for products that require reporting data and ensure that datasets are in place and are used consistently internally/externally
• Collaborate with data governance; ensure all existing data is created in the right way, and that new data is created according to appropriate standards and with proper documentation
• Read, write, and configure code for end-to-end service telemetry, alerting and self-healing capabilities * Strive for continuous improvement of code quality and development practices
• Help continually improve ongoing reporting and analysis processes, automating or simplifying self-service support for customers

Additional Qualifications :

The following knowledge, skills and abilities are needed to be successful in this position:

• 5+ years of experience in working as an analytics or data engineering member working with cross functional teams
• 5+ years of SQL Server development or equivalent
• 2+ years of experience designing solutions in Azure specializing in any of the following technologies: Azure Data Factory, Azure Data Lake, Azure SQL & Azure SQL Data Warehouse, Azure Functions
• 2+ years of Spark, Python and PowerShell development
• Bachelor's Degree in computer sciences, Analytics, Systems Eng., Statistics or related field
• Strong attention to detail and sense of urgency
• Excellent communication skills both written and oral.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Hands-on experience in R/python

• DevOps and automation experience integrating azure resources with CICD technologies
• Knowledge of software engineering best practices across the development lifecycle, including agile methodologies, coding standards, code reviews, source management, build processes, testing, and operations
• Willingness to adapt to and self-learn new technologies and deliver on them

Proficiency Standards

• Integrity - Acts ethically, maintaining a commitment to honesty and truth in all facets of behavior that builds the trust of others
• Work Ethic - Delivers accurate, timely and consistent results while understanding the need to balance short-term sacrifice for long-term gain
• Team Player - Supports the overall efforts of the team to accomplish departmental and Company goals and objectives
• Team Builder - Acts as a role model within the department in all facets of assigned job duties, while effectively providing feedback to team members and earning respect as a leader
• Commitment - Strives to become a dynamic and dedicated leader who is committed to the standards and mission of Lithia, by providing opportunities for our people to excel and grow in a positive, respectful work environment
• Innovator - Creates positive change by taking on new challenges and providing solutions to improve current processes that add value (mgmt. only)

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $130,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus Pay

Experience:

• Database engineer: 7 years (Required)
• Azure: 5 years (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location:

• Fully Remote

Benefit Conditions:

• Only full-time employees eligible