Junior Data Engineer

a Junior Data Engineer, you will support our data infrastructure by collecting, integrating, and managing data from various sources. This role ensures data is clean, consistent, and accessible for analysis and reporting. Data Engineers develop ETL processes to automate workflows, collaborate with senior team members, and document processes to promote knowledge sharing.

Responsibilities:

• Gather, clean, and integrate data from various sources to ensure data quality and consistency.

• Collaborate with data providers to understand data structures and requirements**.**

• Maintain and optimize databases, ensuring efficient data storage and retrieval.

• Implement indexing and partitioning strategies to improve database performance.

• Incorporate core data management competencies including data governance, data security and data quality.

• Perform basic data analysis and generate reports to support business decision-making.

• Maintain an understanding of Sonepar's BI Platform architecture.

• Develop and maintain ETL /ELT(Extract, Transform, Load) processes to automate data workflows.

• Monitor ETL/ELT jobs for performance and troubleshoot any issues that arise.

• Work closely with senior data engineers and other team members to support ongoing projects and initiatives.

• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to peers.

• Document data processes, workflows, and best practices to ensure knowledge sharing and continuity.

• Maintain up-to-date technical documentation for all data engineering tasks.

Qualifications:

• 0-4 years of experience in data engineering or a related field(internships or academic projects are acceptable)

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.

• Sonepar does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.).

Skills:

• Familiarity with SQL and experience with relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL).

• Proficiency in one or more programming language(s): Python, Java, C#, etc

• Strong understanding of data warehousing concepts.

• Understanding of cloud data platforms (e.g.,Snowflake, Azure).

• Familiarity with ETL/ELT tools and processes (e.g., FiveTran, Azure Data Factory, Apache Airflow, PySpark).

• Understanding of data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

• Attention to detail and a commitment to data quality.

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What We Offer You

We offer great family-friendly benefits to full-time associates:

• Healthcare plans

• Dental & vision

• Paid time off

• Paid parental leave

• 401(k) retirement savings with company match

• Professional and personal development programs

• Opportunity to become a shareholder

• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability

• Employer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents

• Robust wellness program

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

We're proud to be a military-friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported.

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Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

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