Data Engineer II at EKN Engineering

Location: Irvine, CA

Company Overview: EKN Engineering is a trailblazer in the field of civil engineering and technology consulting, renowned for our rapid growth and innovative solutions. Based in Irvine, California, we are currently looking for an experienced Data Engineer to enhance our dynamic team and contribute to our groundbreaking projects.

Job Description:

As a crucial member of our team, the Data Engineer will harness vast arrays of data to drive insights, streamline decision-making processes, and elevate the performance of our engineering engagements. Your expertise will help shape the data architecture that supports sophisticated analytics and machine learning projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Architect, develop, and maintain robust data pipelines and infrastructures, ensuring efficient data acquisition, storage, and processing from diversified sources.
• Work alongside cross-functional teams such as operational staff, software developers, and data analysts to interpret data needs and craft solutions aligned with business goals.
• Refine data workflows and enhance ETL processes to boost efficiency in data ingestion, transformation, and loading into analytical platforms.
• Enforce rigorous data quality standards, validation techniques, and monitoring systems to guarantee data integrity and accuracy.
• Create tailored data models, schemas, and structures to bolster advanced analytics, machine learning, and predictive modeling efforts.
• Keep abreast of the latest in technology trends, data engineering innovations, and industry best practices, and leverage this knowledge to recommend forward-thinking solutions.
• Offer technical leadership and promote a culture dedicated to continuous learning and development.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or similar fields.
• Demonstrated prowess in designing, developing, and optimizing data pipelines and ETL processes with contemporary tools and frameworks (e.g., Apache Spark, Airflow, AWS Glue).
• Advanced programming abilities in Python, capable of writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code.
• Strong skills in SQL and familiarity with both relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
• Experience with cloud platforms like AWS or Azure, including proficiency with associated services (e.g., S3, EC2, Redshift).
• Adeptness with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) and understanding of BI concepts is advantageous.
• Excellent problem-solving capabilities, analytical mindset, and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills and a proven track record of collaborating successfully in a team setting.

Why Join EKN Engineering?

At EKN Engineering, you will work alongside industry leaders and innovators in a supportive and dynamic atmosphere. We are passionate about our work and committed to our staff’s professional and personal growth. Embark on a fulfilling career path that celebrates success and fosters continuous advancement.

If you meet the outlined qualifications and are eager to impact the future of engineering, we strongly encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Data Engineer II at EKN Engineering.