Experienced Full Stack Data Engineer – Web & Cloud Application Development

About Costco and the Role

Costco is one of the world's leading retailers, with a presence in 14 countries and a reputation for providing a family-friendly work environment where employees can thrive and succeed. As a testament to this, Costco ranks seventh in Forbes' "World's Best Bosses" list. Our IT department plays a crucial role in the company's success, and we are seeking an experienced Full Stack Data Engineer to join our team.

Job Summary

We are looking for a highly skilled Full Stack Data Engineer to design and operationalize data pipelines, create data models, and develop data warehouses. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in programming, SQL, and data storage, as well as experience with cloud-based technologies and data lakes. If you are passionate about working with large and complex datasets, and have a keen eye for detail, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and operationalize data pipelines to make data accessible for utilization (BI, Advanced Analysis, Services)
• Collaborate with data architects, data researchers, and BI architects to plan and maintain flexible data models and pipelines
• Develop and maintain ideal data pipeline design
• Identify, plan, and implement internal cycle improvements: automating manual processes, streamlining data delivery
• Develop and implement large data and NoSQL solutions by creating flexible data handling stages to drive high-value insights to the organization
• Support the advancement of Data Dictionaries and Data Scientific categorization for product solutions
• Develop and maintain data models with Data Modeler and create data pipelines to store data in defined data models and designs
• Collaborate with data architects and data/BI architects to plan data pipelines and suggest continuous streamlining of data storage, data ingestion, data quality, and organization
• Plan, develop, and implement ETL/ELT processes using IICS (Informatica Cloud)
• Utilize Azure services, such as Azure SQL DW (Neurotransmitter), ADLS, Azure Event Center, Azure Data Factory to improve and accelerate delivery of our data products and services
• Communicate technical ideas to non-technical audiences both in written and verbal form

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need to have:

• 3+ years' experience designing and operationalizing data pipelines with large and complex datasets
• 3+ years' hands-on experience with Informatica PowerCenter
• 3+ years' experience in Data Modeling, ETL, and Data Warehousing
• 3+ years' hands-on experience with Informatica IICS
• 3+ years' experience working with cloud-based technologies, such as ADLS, Azure Data Factory, Databricks, Databricks Live Table, Azure Synapse Analytics, and other big data technologies
• Broad experience working with various data sources (SQL, Oracle database, flat files (csv, delimited), Web API, XML)
• High-level SQL skills. Strong understanding of data storage concepts (data lake, social data sets, NoSQL, Chart, data warehousing)
• Ability to work in a high-speed agile development environment
• Flexibility to address business needs, including weekends, holidays, and on-call responsibilities on a rotational basis

Preferred Qualifications

We are looking for candidates with:

• BA/BS in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent programming/services experience
• Azure certifications
• Experience executing data integration strategies, such as event/message-based integration (Kafka, Azure Event Center), ETL
• Experience with Git/Azure DevOps
• Experience delivering data solutions through agile software development processes
• Openness to the retail industry
• Superb verbal and written communication skills
• Experience working with SAP integration tools, including Bodies
• Experience with UC4 Job Scheduler

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

Costco offers a range of career growth opportunities and learning benefits, including:

• Professional development programs to help you advance your career
• Opportunities to work on high-profile projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools
• A supportive and inclusive work environment
• A competitive salary and benefits package

Work Environment and Company Culture

Costco is committed to providing a family-friendly work environment where employees can thrive and succeed. Our company culture is built on the principles of respect, integrity, and teamwork, and we offer a range of benefits and perks to support our employees' well-being and happiness.

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• A salary of $26/hour
• A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• A 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• A range of paid time off and holidays
• A flexible work environment with remote work options

How to Apply

If you are a motivated and experienced Full Stack Data Engineer looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and qualifications for the role. We look forward to hearing from you!