Principal Data Engineer

Engineering United States


Description

We provide technology that community financial institutions use to manage risk and drive growth. Our solutions automate key processes – from anti-money laundering to fraud detection to CECL readiness to lending workflows – empowering our customers by addressing their Enterprise Risk Management needs.  
  

Abrigo is seeking a talented and driven Principal Data Engineer with a deep understanding of data engineering, data analytics, and cloud technologies. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in developing and executing data-driven strategies to address complex business challenges, drive growth, and improve decision-making processes.         

If you are a highly motivated data engineer with a passion for data engineering and a track record of delivering impactful data-driven solutions, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and contribute to shaping the future of Abrigo through advanced data analytics and innovative technologies. This person will report to the Director, Data Engineering.  This position will be remote, or office based in Raleigh, NC or Austin, TX. 

 

What You'll Do:         

  • The Role: Lead and oversee the design, development, and implementation of modern data engineering solutions into Abrigo’s applications and data platform.
  • Technical Leadership: Drive the architectural vision and implementation of our data solutions, ensuring that technologies align with the overall business objectives.
  • Best Practices: Advocate for and implement best data engineering and architectural practices, ensuring that the team produces high-quality, maintainable, and scalable code.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, software developers, and other stakeholders to deliver features and improvements.
  • Mentorship: Mentor and guide junior and mid-level data engineers, providing technical leadership and promoting a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
  • Research: Stay abreast of emerging technologies and trends in the Snowflake and AWS ecosystems, making recommendations for adoption where appropriate.
  • Up to 20% travel as needed.

What You'll Need:         

  • Bachelors or Masters in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Proven experience (8+ years) working as a Data Engineer, with a focus on developing and implementing data-driven solutions to derive value for customers.
  • Extensive expertise technologies such as (but not limited to): SQL Server, Postgres, Snowflake, dbt, AWS cloud native services, AWS cloud native architectures
  • Strong proficiency in programming languages such as SQL, Java, and Python.
  • Fundamental understanding with data ingestion methodologies and processes such as APIs, CDC, CT, secure data shares, event streaming methodologies to obtain data in an efficient, performant, and scalable way.
  • Solid understanding of data architecture, data modeling, and data warehousing concepts.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate complex concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Excellent collaboration and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
  • Experience in the financial industry.

What You’ll Get:                                                                        

  • Market competitive total rewards package
  • To be part of the Heart & SOUL of a winning company with an inspiring mission
  • The opportunity to Make Big Things Happen
    Competitive salary along with full health benefits with an HSA option
  • Unlimited PTO and bank holidays
  • 401(k) plan and company match

         

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, genetic trait, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.         

Abrigo is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected] with the subject line accommodation.