Data Engineer II

First Citizens Bank • Raleigh, NC

1d • Remote

About The Position

The Data Engineer II will join the Data Platform Engineering Organization to build scalable cloud-based data solutions that enable analytics and data-driven decision-making. The role contributes to the development and support of data pipelines, integrations, and data products using AWS services, Snowflake, dbt, Python, SQL, and related technologies.

As part of the Cloud Data & AI Platform organization, the engineer will collaborate with engineers, product partners, business stakeholders, analysts, and technology teams to modernize enterprise data platforms and deliver solutions supporting business initiatives. The position focuses on reliable, scalable, high-quality data solutions and contributes to the bank’s data and AI transformation.

This is a remote role that may only be hired in North Carolina, Arizona, Florida, and Texas.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of experience in Data Engineering, Data Warehousing, Cloud Data Platforms, or related technology disciplines; or a high school diploma or GED and 6 years of such experience.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a collaborative approach.
• Passion for building reliable, scalable, and high-quality data solutions.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with cloud-based data platforms and modern data processing technologies such as AWS, Snowflake, Spark, or equivalent solutions.
• Proficiency in Python and SQL, with experience developing ETL/ELT processes, data pipelines, and data integration solutions.
• Experience with modern data engineering tools and frameworks such as dbt, Apache Airflow, or similar technologies.
• Experience contributing to the delivery and support of scalable, reliable data solutions in enterprise environments.
• Experience collaborating with business and technology stakeholders to deliver data-driven solutions.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• 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 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 other highly regulated industries.
• 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 for 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 that support 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

• First Citizens Bank offers a competitive, thoughtfully designed benefits program for associates; further details are available on the company benefits website.

What This Job Offers

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