• Write, maintain, and tune complex SQL queries and stored procedures within SQL Server environments.
• Design, develop, and optimize high-performance data pipelines and ETL processes using Python and Databricks.
• Develop, test, and maintain software applications that meet business and user requirements.
• Requires in-depth knowledge and experience 
• Uses best practices and knowledge
• Participate actively in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Solves complex problems: takes a new perspective using existing solutions
• Works independently receives minimal guidance
• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience
• Responsible for solving complex problems within their discipline, leading smaller projects, and providing informal guidance to colleagues.

• Experience: 8+ years of professional experience in data development or engineering.
• SQL Server Expertise:
• Strong proficiency in T-SQL, including writing complex queries, stored procedures, functions, and performance tuning.
• Experience with SQL Server integration services (SSIS) is beneficial.
• Python Proficiency: In-depth knowledge of Python for data manipulation, scripting, and ETL/ELT development (e.g., Pandas, PySpark).
• Databricks/Spark: Proven experience developing and deploying scalable data solutions on Databricks/Apache Spark environments.
• Methodology: Solid understanding and practical experience with Agile software development methodologies (e.g., Scrum).
• Solves complex problems by taking a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information
• Acts as a resource for other team members; may lead projects with limited risks and resource requirements
• Explains complex, difficult and/or sensitive information; works to build consensus
• Requires conceptual and practical expertise in own area and general knowledge of related areas
• Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; advanced degree or certifications preferred.

• Nice to Have

• Exposure to SAP data structures, modules, or integration tools.
• Experience in JIRA.

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