Sr Data Engineer

We are

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+, and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.

Our challenge

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Data Engineer to join our dynamic Team. As a Senior Data Engineer, Candidate will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and maintaining the application and infrastructure for Credit Risk Capital applications, ensuring compliance with regulations such as SACCR and CEM.

Additional Information

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within New York, NY is $130k - $150k/year & benefits (see below).

The Role

Responsibilities:

• Understand and interpret technical specifications.
• Engage in business requirements discussions with business analysts and users.
• Develop and design applications using Python, SQL Server, Snowflake, and Databricks.
• Develop and maintain data models and schemas to support data integration and analysis.
• Implement data quality and validation checks to ensure the accuracy and consistency of data.
• Execute unit testing (UT) and system integration testing (SIT) with business analysts to ensure high-quality testing.
• Provide support for user acceptance testing (UAT) with business users.
• Offer production support and maintain the application platform.

Requirements:

• Approximately 15 years of IT industry experience.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proficiency in Agile methodology and SDLC processes.
• Experience in design and architecture.
• Experience working in a global delivery model (onshore/offshore/nearshore).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Self-starter, collaborative team player with the ability to work with minimal guidance.
• Strong Banking Domain experience is required.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Python, SQL Server, and relational database concepts.
• Experience with Azure Databricks and Snowflake.
• Knowledge of job scheduling tools (Autosys/Control-M).
• Experience with ETL processes.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with PySpark.
• Background in Financial Systems, Capital Markets, Credit Risk, or Regulatory Application development.

We offer:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A multinational organization with 58 offices in 21 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
• Maternity & paternity leave plans.
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
• Retirement savings plans.
• A higher education certification policy.
• Commuter benefits (varies by region).
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization.
• A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.

S​YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.