Data Engineer III

Preferred Travel Group

3h•$120,000 - $150,000•Remote

About The Position

We are seeking an analytical, experienced, and solution‑oriented Data Engineer III. The Data Engineer III is responsible for developing and optimizing the company’s data pipelines, integrations, and reporting solutions to ensure efficient and reliable data operations. This role requires independent problem‑solving, proactive improvement of processes, and collaboration across teams to deliver impactful data solutions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems /other relevant degree or equivalent professional experience.
Expert knowledge of relevant languages, such as SQL, dbt, Python, and/or C#
Expert knowledge of at least one data pipeline orchestration tool, such as Azure Data Factory
Expert understanding of data modeling and ETL concepts.
Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and best practices.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently on complex tasks.

Responsibilities

Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and ETL workflows.
Write advanced SQL queries and implement optimization techniques for performance.
Leverage Microsoft Azure & Fabric, Spark, and Python to automate complex workflows.
Lead engineering efforts on machine learning and artificial intelligence projects.
Develop and maintain robust web APIs (SOAP, REST) to support seamless data integration across internal and external systems.
Collaborate with external vendors to ensure the integrity and functionality of integrations.
Monitor and troubleshoot data processes, ensuring high availability and minimal downtime.
Proactively identify and resolve bottlenecks or inefficiencies in data pipelines and integrations.
Manage and prioritize work using the ticketing system while maintaining regular communication in stand-ups and stakeholder meetings.
Conduct code reviews to ensure adherence to best practices and high-quality deliverables.
Contribute to technical documentation for processes, tools, and workflows.
Provide tier 3 support to end users of integrated systems such as reporting and accounting.
Partner with business owners to identify areas for improvement and gather requirements.
Mentor other team members by sharing knowledge, conducting training sessions, and providing guidance on best practices.
Take ownership of complex projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business objectives.