Performance Optimization: Continuously monitor and optimize data systems for performance, scalability, and cost efficiency.
Client Engagement: Act as a trusted advisor to clients, providing thought leadership and technical expertise in solving complex data challenges.
Documentation: Create and maintain technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, data models, and operational procedures.
Incident Management: Lead troubleshooting efforts for critical data issues, ensuring timely resolution and root cause analysis.
Innovation: Drive innovation by identifying opportunities to leverage AI, machine learning, and advanced analytics in data engineering solutions.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
Minimum of 10 years of experience in data engineering or architecture, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
Proven track record of architecting and delivering large-scale data solutions in cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
Expertise in data modeling, ETL processes, and data pipeline development.
Extensive experience with modern data platforms: Databricks and/or Snowflake preferred
Experience with data modeling and engineering in Databricks, including Delta Lake and advanced Spark-based transformations.
Expertise in data modeling with Snowflake, including schema design, performance optimization, and leveraging Snowflake's unique capabilities (e.g., time travel, zero-copy cloning).
Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, SQL, Java, or Scala.
Experience with big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark, Kafka).
Hands-on experience with cloud-native data services (e.g., AWS Redshift, Azure Synapse, Google BigQuery).
Strong understanding of database technologies (e.g., relational, NoSQL, graph databases).
Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
Exceptional ability to lead and mentor technical teams.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results under pressure.
Preferred certifications such as Databricks Professional or Azure Data Engineer Associate
Advanced analytical skills to solve complex technical and business problems.
Ability to translate technical concepts into business value for non-technical stakeholders.
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Ability to travel to client sites 30 to 50%
Hybrid role - 2x per week in office (can align to any WM office in the US)
Based on pay transparency guidelines, the salary range for this role can vary based on your proximity to one of our West Monroe offices (see table below). Information on our competitive total rewards package, including our bonus structure and benefits is here. Individual salaries are determined by evaluating a variety of factors including geography, experience, skills, education, and internal equity.
Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, purchase shares from our employee stock ownership program and be eligible to receive annual bonuses. Employees will also receive unlimited flexible time off and ten paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Eligibility for ten weeks of paid parental leave will also be available upon hire date.
Seattle or Washington, D.C.
$159,800—$188,000 USD
Los Angeles
$167,400—$196,900 USD
New York City or San Francisco
$175,000—$205,900 USD
A location not listed above
$152,200—$179,000 USD
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We’re a global business and technology consulting firm passionate about creating measurable value for our clients, delivering real-world solutions.
The combination of business and technology is not new, but how we bring them together is unique. We’re fluent in both. We know that technology alone is not the answer, but how we apply it is. We rely on data to constantly adapt and solve new challenges. Actions that work today with outcomes that generate value for years to come.
At West Monroe, we zero in on the heart of the opportunity, getting to results faster and preparing people for what’s next.
You’ll feel the difference in how we work. We show up personally. We’re right there in the room with you, co-creating through the challenges. With West Monroe, collaboration isn’t a lofty promise, but a daily action. We work together with you to turn vision into clear action with lasting impact.
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