Data Engineer I - Data Platform

First Citizens Bank • Raleigh, NC

3d • Remote

About The Position

This remote role may be hired in several markets across the United States, with priority given to candidates located near Raleigh, North Carolina; Phoenix, Arizona; or Dallas, Texas. The Data Engineer will join the Data Platform Engineering Organization and help build scalable cloud-based data solutions that enable analytics and data-driven decision-making across the organization.

The role contributes to developing and supporting data pipelines, integrations, and data products using AWS services, Snowflake, dbt, Python, SQL, and related technologies. Working with engineers, product partners, and business stakeholders, the Data Engineer will help modernize enterprise data platforms and deliver cloud-based solutions that support business initiatives and the bank’s data and AI transformation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 1 year of experience, or a high school diploma or GED/equivalent and 5 years of experience.
• Preferred fields of study include Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or a related field.
• Preferred experience in data engineering, database management, or a related field, including experience with cloud-based data platforms and big data technologies.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with enterprise ETL/ELT tools such as DataStage, SAP BODS, SSIS, Informatica, or equivalent technologies.
• Experience with Operational Data Stores (ODS), analytics platforms, and data products.
• Experience working with cloud-based and on-premises data environments.
• Exposure to Data Vault modeling and modern data warehousing methodologies.
• Understanding of data governance, security, compliance, and data quality management practices.
• Experience in Financial Services, Banking, or another highly regulated industry.
• Familiarity with Tableau, Power BI, or other analytics and visualization platforms.
• Experience using AI-powered development and productivity tools to improve engineering efficiency and delivery outcomes.
• AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, AWS Certified Developer – Associate, AWS Certified Data Engineer – Associate, SnowPro Core Certification, or equivalent cloud and data platform certifications.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and support scalable data pipelines and cloud-based data solutions using AWS services, Snowflake, dbt, Python, SQL, and related technologies.
• Implement data warehouse solutions, dimensional data models, and ETL/ELT processes supporting reporting, analytics, and business intelligence.
• Implement data quality validations, test cases, and controls to ensure accurate, consistent, and reliable data assets.
• Develop and maintain data tests, including dbt tests, to support data quality and reliability requirements.
• Support workflow orchestration, monitoring, troubleshooting, log analysis, and production operations using Airflow and cloud-native technologies.
• Collaborate with business users, product partners, analysts, and technology teams to deliver solutions supporting business objectives.
• Follow engineering standards, development practices, documentation requirements, and testing procedures.
• Participate in pipeline deployments, environment promotion, operational support, and performance optimization using established CI/CD processes.
• Use AI-powered development and productivity tools to improve engineering efficiency, code quality, and delivery outcomes.

Benefits

• The company offers a competitive benefits program designed to meet associates’ needs; further details are available through the company benefits website.
• For some roles, total compensation may include variable incentives, bonuses, benefits, and/or other awards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level