Job Description
La Sierra University is a private, not-for-profit, Seventh-day Adventist institution.
We are committed to advancing our data-driven capabilities to support decision-making across academic, administrative, and research areas.
We are seeking a part-time Data Engineer to work closely with IT in building and maintaining a comprehensive data warehouse that enables institutional analytics.
As a Part-Time Data Engineer, you will work closely with the Institutional Research Director to design and develop the university's data warehouse.
You will focus on structuring and optimizing the warehouse for efficient data analytics.
This role plays a crucial part in enhancing the institution's data capabilities for academic, administrative, and research needs.
Key Responsibilities: Report directly to the Institutional Research Director, ensuring that data models and structures meet institutional research and reporting needsOrganize and optimize data within the warehouse for querying, reporting, and analysisWork with various departments to understand their data needs and implement solutions in the warehouseCollaborate with IT to design and develop a university-wide data warehouse for institutional analyticsAssist IT with integrating data from different university systems, such as student information, HR, and financial systemsMaintain documentation, including data dictionaries and process workflows, for the data warehouseSupport ad-hoc data requests from Institutional Research and other stakeholders Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)At least 5 years of work experience in data engineering or related fieldsStrong experience in data modeling, database design, and data warehousing techniquesProficiency in SQL and experience with relational databases (e.g., SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL)Knowledge of cloud data warehouse solutions (e.g., AWS Redshift, Google BigQuery, Azure Synapse, Databricks)Ability to work collaboratively with IT and report to the Institutional Research DirectorStrong analytical and data management skills Preferred Skills: Experience working in higher educationFamiliarity with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BIKnowledge of student information systems like Banner and Etrieve Working Conditions: Part-time position with flexible hours, 10-15 hours per week (15 hours maximum)Remote work options available with occasional on-site meetings Wage Range: $45.00 to $65.00 per hour (position does not include any medical benefits) How to Apply:
Data Engineer (Part-Time) - 4500 Riverwalk Parkway, Riverside, California - La Sierra University (silkroad.com)
Application deadline: November 30, 2024