Data Engineer at Veterans United Home Loans in Columbia, Missouri

Job Description:

About the Role:



As a Data Engineer at Veterans United Home Loans, you'll be creating and maintaining data solutions to enhance the lives of your co-workers and clients. Your primary focus will be on supporting business objectives related to the mortgage and real estate domains, helping veterans and service members buy homes. We're seeking a Data Engineer to join us either in-person or remotely in Columbia, MO.




The compensation for this role ranges from $70,000 to $105,000 depending upon experience and skill level.




Your Responsibilities:

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  Innovative Development: Create and deliver functional ETL pipelines and other data solutions using core technologies like SQL, SSIS, Python and Dagster in an agile development environment. Apply sound database design principles and adhere to Clean Code practices.
  
  


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  Team Collaboration: Engage in whole team planning, retrospectives, and communication. Interact with Architects and Product Owners to translate requirements into actionable business logic.
  
  


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  Standards and Best Practices: Participate in proposing and adopting Engineering standards related to architectural considerations and non-functional requirements such as security, reliability, and stability. Ensure proper management and visibility of borrower data and the life of a loan. Contribute to data governance initiatives.
  
  


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  Cultural Contribution: Actively contribute to strengthening the team and culture by taking on various duties as needed, excluding licensed activities.
  
  

About You:

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  Driven Developer: You thrive in an environment where your passion for data engineering shines through. You love seeing your hard work lead to meaningful results, helping business needs become reality.
  
  


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  Genuine and Transparent: You believe in showing up as your true self every day. Authenticity is key in building strong, trusting relationships. Your honesty is your superpower.
  
  


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  Adaptable Engineer: Change is your playground. You excel in dynamic settings, quickly adapting to new challenges and using your skills to achieve your goals in an ever-evolving landscape.
  
  


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  Speed Enthusiast: High stakes and fast-paced environments energize you. You recognize the importance of supporting your team and clients efficiently, navigating complex tasks and processes with ease and enthusiasm.
  
  


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  Communicative Collaborator: Your ability to connect with others through clear and confident communication sets you apart. You're a natural at engaging with your team and stakeholders, ensuring everyone is on the same page and moving towards success.
  
  


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  Problem-Solving Prodigy: Your analytical mind and strong problem-solving skills allow you to tackle any challenge that comes your way. You're always looking for innovative solutions to enhance the lives of others.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Relevant experience in data engineering or a related discipline.
  
  


• Demonstrated ability to code effectively and a solid understanding of software engineering principles.
  
  


• Experience using SSIS, Python, and Dagster to build and orchestrate ETL pipelines.
  
  


• Experience using SQL or other query language to manage and process data.
  
  


• Experience working with data from various sources and in various formats, including flat files, REST APIs, Hadoop File System, Excel files, JSON, XML, etc.
  
  


• Experience with SQL Server, MongoDB, or related database technologies.
  
  


• Preference for Agile product delivery.
  
  


• Familiarity with GIT, Change Management, and application lifecycle management tools.
  
  


• Ability to influence others without positional control.
  
  


• Proficiency in basic computer technologies suitable for an internet-based company.
  
  

About Us:



At Veterans United Home Loans, we're passionate about helping veterans and military families achieve their homeownership dreams. We've closed over 500,000 VA loans in just two decades and are the #1 VA lender for homebuyers in the nation. But our success isn't just in numbers. We measure success by living our values every day: Be Passionate and Have Fun, Deliver Results with Integrity, and Enhance Lives Every Day. We're dedicated to providing friendly service and lifting people and communities across the country.


We value diverse backgrounds and experiences. Our team includes successful individuals from various fields like fitness/sports, sales, hospitality, education, and public service. If you're driven, adaptable, and passionate about making a difference, we encourage you to apply today!


Learn more about us on Glassdoor and our career site at vu.com/careers


Veterans United Home Loans and its affiliates are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected classifications. Apply Now