Data Engineer II

The Engineering Analytics team seeks a data engineer to take on developing data-driven solutions aimed at continually improving airline performance and decision making.

An appropriate candidate will have technical knowledge of BI systems, big data architecture and technology landscape, API consumption, ETL/ELT orchestration, business intelligence tools. The candidate should have excellent organizational and communication skills and feel comfortable in a fast-paced environment.

Primary Functions:

• Implement data engineering solutions, e.g., locate and extract data from a variety of sources for use in reporting, analysis, and statistical modeling to drive continuous improvement)
• Practice good software engineering techniques, e.g., Git, scrum, branching, code reviews, spikes
• Execute the data engineering roadmap
• Partner with Information Technology to optimize and enhance the database environment for optimal efficiency and best practices
• Leverage emerging technologies and identify efficient and meaningful ways to disseminate data and analysis in order to satisfy the business' needs
• Mentor others on areas of technical proficiency
• Interface with business unit leaders to develop and maintain internal customer relationships
• Practice safety-conscious environment resulting in employee safety and well-being

What you need to succeed (minimum qualifications)

• Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Operations Research, Computer Science, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proficiency in SQL (CTE, window functions, temporal data)
• Proficiency in Python and data-focused packages, e.g., Pandas, Numpy
• Proficiency with software development tools such as Git, IDEs, Swagger, CI/CD
• Embraces diverse people, thinking and styles
• Demonstrates that privacy is a priority when handling personal data.
• Consistently makes safety and security, of self and others, the priority
• Where permitted by applicable law, must have received or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccine by date of hire to be considered for U.S.-based job, if not currently employed by Delta Air Lines, Inc.

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications)

• Working knowledge of statistical/machine learning tools (e.g. SAS, R, TensorFlow) preferred
• Working knowledge of "Big Data" solutions such as Hadoop, NoSQL, MapReduce, etc preferred
• Working knowledge of API Consumption preferred
• Familiarity with nosql databases and distributed databases
• Strong written, oral communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong project management, organizational, and prioritizations skills
• Must be able to interact and collaborate at all levels within Operations Analysis & Performance, OCC, cross-divisional working groups, and outside entities
• {Current Employees} Must be performing satisfactorily in present position