• Data Engineer, Specialist

    Vanguard (Malvern, PA)


    Responsibilities

    1. Writes ETL (Extract / Transform / Load) processes and develops tools for real-time and offline analytic processing.

    2. Troubleshoots software and processes for data consistency and integrity. Integrates complex and large scale data from a variety of sources for business partners to generate insight and make decisions.

    3. Translates business specifications into design specifications and code. Responsible for writing complex programs, ad hoc queries, and reports. Ensures that all code is well structured, includes sufficient documentation, and is easy to maintain and reuse.

    4. Partners with internal clients to gain an expert understanding of business functions and informational needs. Works closely with other technical and data analytics experts across the business to implement data solutions.

    5. Leads some phases of solution development. Explains technical considerations at related meetings, including those with internal clients and less experienced team members.

    6. Assesses data quality and tests code thoroughly for accuracy of intended purpose. Provides data analysis guidance and serves as a technical consultant for the client.

    7. Educates and develops junior data engineers on the team while applying quality control to their work. Develops data engineering standards and contributes expertise to other data expert teams across Vanguard.

    8. Tests and implements new software releases through regression testing. Identifies issues and engages with vendors to resolve and elevate software into production.

    9. Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

    Qualifications

    + Minimum of five years data analytics or programming experience focused in Python and SQL.

    + Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience. Graduate degree preferred.

     

    Special Factors

     

    Sponsorship

     

    Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

     

    About Vanguard

     

    At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.

     

    To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

     

    How We Work

     

    Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.