Our vision for the future is based on the idea that transforming financial lives starts by giving our people the freedom to transform their own. We have a flexible work environment, and fluid career paths. We not only encourage but celebrate internal mobility. We also recognize the importance of purpose, well-being, and work-life balance. Within Empower and our communities, we work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive environment, and our associates dedicate thousands of hours to volunteering for causes that matter most to them.

Chart your own path and grow your career while helping more customers achieve financial freedom. Empower Yourself.

The purpose of this job is to provide solutions in direct support of Empower’s data strategy. Developing on AWS, and on-premises data stores, deliver high quality, efficient and performant data patterns for consumption by various data warehouses, marts and BI environments. Proficiency in Python, ETL methodologies, SQL and Big Data solutions is critical for success.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Design, code, and test software features and components.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and refine software requirements.
• Spearhead coding efforts for specific modules or features.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex software issues.
• Participate in code reviews and enforce coding standards.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and design discussions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field (Information Systems, Mathematics, Software Engineering)
• 2 - 6 years of software development experience preferably in a Data related field.
• Proficiency in ETL development and design using Python, Big Data (Hadoop/SPARK)
• Strong SQL knowledge, RDBMS experience on any recognized database (Aurora, MySQL, Postgres, Redshift).
• Experience on the AWS platform
• Understanding of dimensional model and ER designs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle) and Agile Methodology
• Exposure to Data Warehouse principles.
• Collaborates with colleagues regarding development best practices and/or data application issues.
• Advises and works on strategic initiatives to mitigate and/or alleviate core data application issues, including opportunities for process automation.
• Operates independently with some latitude for un-reviewed actions or decisions. Completes other duties as assigned.

• 3-6 Years of programming experience in data environments preffered
• 2 Years IT in financial or other highly regulated industry preffered
• Use of JIRA in Agile development preffered

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, religion, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.