Job Description

Grow your career with a growing organization

Whether they\xe2\x80\x99re helping people reach their long-term financial goals or providing personal wealth management strategies, every associate contributes to changing the lives of those we serve for the better. When it comes to job satisfaction, that\xe2\x80\x99s hard to beat. And from a personal satisfaction perspective, you\xe2\x80\x99ll enjoy the freedom to support causes that matter to you and experience a truly inclusive work environment. Your future starts now.

The purpose of this job is to provide solutions in direct support of Empower\xe2\x80\x99s data strategy. Developing on AWS, and on-premises data stores, deliver high quality, efficient and performant data patterns for consumption by various data warehouses, marts and BI environments. Proficiency in Python, ETL methodologies, SQL and Big Data solutions is critical for success.

Design, code, and test software features and components.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and refine software requirements.
Spearhead coding efforts for specific modules or features.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex software issues.
Participate in code reviews and enforce coding standards.
Contribute to architectural decisions and design discussions.

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• 5 - 8 years of software development experience preferably in a Data related field.
• Proficiency in ETL development and design using Python, Big Data (Hadoop/SPARK)
• Strong SQL knowledge, RDBMS experience on any recognized database (Aurora, MySQL, Postgres, Redshift, Aurora).
• Experience on the AWS platform
• Understanding of dimensional model and ER designs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle) and Agile Methodology
• Exposure to Data Warehouse principles.
• Collaborates with colleagues regarding development best practices and/or data application issues.
• Advises and works on strategic initiatives to mitigate and/or alleviate core data application issues, including opportunities for process automation.
• Operates independently with some latitude for un-reviewed actions or decisions. Completes other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s Degree in Computer Science or related field (Information Systems, Mathematics, Software Engineering)

OTHER PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3-6 years programming experience in data environments
• 2 years IT in financial or other highly regulated industry
• Use of JIRA in Agile development
• Communicate in a friendly and professional manner with customers and colleagues remain calm in stressful situations independently troubleshoot program errors regardless of technology write user-friendly explanations of highly technical functionality
• Possess advanced knowledge and understanding of: procedural programming, relational database design, multi-tier system architecture.
• Customer Focus: Delivers internal and external customer service excellence. Exhibits listening skills, patience, empathy, authenticity, pro-activity, and perseverance with external and internal customers. Upholds commitment to delivering optimal solutions, in a timely manner, and balances customer needs with the best interests of the organization. Maintains a positive approach despite challenges, constraints, and/or customer emotions.
• Building Partnerships: Builds collaborative and cooperative relationships; effectively manages conflict. Finds common ground and builds trust with co-workers, managers, partners, and customers through demonstration of inclusiveness and appreciation for diverse backgrounds, cultures, thoughts and experiences. Operates with integrity and communicates respectfully in language, writing, and actions. Shows interest in and supports the success of others; provides encouragement, celebrates wins. Addresses conflict openly and respectfully, addresses through proper channels.

Adapting to Change:

Is open to, acknowledges, manages emotions, and adjusts to changing events and priorities. Displays a positive approach in the face of ambiguity, change, or lack of resources. Willingly flexes to take on different responsibilities, learn new technology, and follow new processes. Focuses energy and actions on determining possibilities rather than on lamenting losses. Resolves most questions and problems independently; refers only the most complex issues to higher levels. Is empowered and expected to reach out to internal customers when required to solve system issues. Is empowered and expected to lend knowledge and expertise to troubleshoot complex issues in cooperation with colleagues. This position may have a direct impact on transactions where financial risk is involved regarding customer accounts and gains or losses from market fluctuations. If responsibilities are not performed in a timely manner and with the utmost caution, the company may be exposed to significant costs. This position requires excellent working relationships with all levels of all departments within Empower Retirement. Exposure to external clients is rare, but may occur with a complex technical situation.

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, religion, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.

COVID

COVID vaccinations are required for all individuals working in any Empower office location or who participate in in-person meetings and/or business activities, subject to state and local laws. Most Empower positions may require on-site presence on an occasional or regular basis and associates will need to provide proof of COVID vaccination, subject to state and local laws. Associates unable to comply with the COVID vaccination requirement due to medical reasons may request an accommodation.

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