Experienced Full Stack Data Engineer – Web & Cloud Application Development for Remote Operations Analytics

About Us

Delta Airlines is a world-renowned airline that operates with a strong commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction. Our Operations Analytics (OA) team plays a vital role in driving this mission forward by leveraging data insights to inform strategic decisions and optimize business operations. As a key member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with a talented group of professionals who share a passion for data-driven problem-solving and a dedication to delivering exceptional results.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Full Stack Data Engineer to join our Remote Operations Analytics team. As a key member of this team, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining large-scale data systems that support our business operations. Your expertise will be critical in helping us to extract insights from complex data sets, identify trends and patterns, and inform strategic decisions that drive business growth and improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Locate and extract data from various sources to support business operations and analytics initiatives.
• Clean and curate datasets by identifying and addressing data quality issues, and collaborating with stakeholders to determine the best sources of data.
• Design and develop scalable data systems that support business operations and analytics initiatives, including data warehouses, data lakes, and data pipelines.
• Develop and maintain automated reporting and analytics tools that provide insights into business operations and performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify business needs and develop data-driven solutions that meet those needs.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and trends in data engineering and analytics, and apply that knowledge to drive innovation and improvement within the team.
• Develop and maintain documentation and knowledge management systems that support the team's work and ensure knowledge transfer.
• Practice data governance and security best practices to ensure the integrity and confidentiality of data.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and address data quality issues and ensure data accuracy and completeness.
• Develop and maintain automated testing and validation processes to ensure data quality and integrity.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in data engineering and analytics, and apply that knowledge to drive innovation and improvement within the team.

What You Need to Succeed

To be successful in this role, you will need to have a strong foundation in data engineering and analytics, as well as excellent communication and collaboration skills. You will also need to be able to work independently and as part of a team, and be able to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.

Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in data engineering and analytics, with a focus on large-scale data systems and data pipelines.
• Proficiency in SQL and ETL/ELT patterns, with experience in designing and developing data warehouses and data lakes.
• Proficiency in Python, SAS, or other comparable programming languages, with experience in developing automated reporting and analytics tools.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex data quality issues, and to collaborate with stakeholders to identify and address data quality issues.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to extract insights from complex data sets and identify trends and patterns.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Self-starter with a resilient, solution-minded approach to complex problems, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Consistently prioritizes data governance and security best practices to ensure the integrity and confidentiality of data.
• Embraces diversity and inclusion, and is committed to creating a workplace culture that values and respects all individuals.
• Possesses a bachelor's degree, GED, or high school equivalency, and is at least 18 years of age and has authorization to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or certificate in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Science, or other applicable quantitative field.
• Previous experience in the airline industry, with a focus on data engineering and analytics.
• Working knowledge of and/or experience with cloud-based solutions, such as Azure, AWS, GCP, etc.

Benefits and Perks

At Delta Airlines, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive salary, industry-leading profit-sharing program, and performance incentives.
• 401(k) with generous company contributions of up to 9%.
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, paid personal time, maternity and parental leave.
• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short/long-term disability, and life insurance.
• Family care support, including fertility assistance, surrogacy and adoption support, lactation assistance, sponsored backup care, and programs that support loved ones at all stages.
• Holistic well-being programs to support physical, emotional, social, and economic health, including access to an employee assistance program that provides support for you and your household members, free financial coaching, and great resources to support mental health.
• Domestic and international space had flight privileges for employees and eligible family members.
• Career development programs to help you achieve your long-term professional goals.
• Worldwide partnerships to engage with in-network providers and modern ideas created to recognize sustainability and reduce our carbon footprint.
• Business Resource Groups created to connect employees with common interests to promote inclusion, offer perspective, and help implement strategies.
• Recognition rewards and awards through the platform Unstoppable Together.
• Access to over 500 discounts, exclusive savings, and voluntary benefits through Deltaperks, including car and hotel rentals and auto, home, and pet insurance, legal services, and childcare.

Why Join Our Team?

At Delta Airlines, we are committed to creating a workplace culture that values and respects all individuals. We believe in the importance of diversity and inclusion, and we are dedicated to creating a workplace that is welcoming and inclusive to all employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive salary, industry-leading profit-sharing program, and performance incentives, as well as comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and family care support. We also offer career development programs to help you achieve your long-term professional goals, and a range of benefits and perks to support your overall well-being.

How to Apply

If you are a motivated and talented individual who is passionate about data engineering and analytics, and who is committed to creating a workplace culture that values and respects all individuals, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, to [insert contact information]. We look forward to hearing from you!