Data Solutions Engineer III

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Job Summary:

The Data Solutions Engineer III is a fully qualified, experienced professional responsible for driving complex customer data integration implementations from start to finish. This role requires sophisticated analytical and problem solving techniques to assess and address unique customer needs by way of database schema knowledge, ETL tooling, and scripting to maximize the value for the customer.

As a trusted advisor, the Data Solutions Engineer combines their deep expertise in database systems and data migrations with a strategic perspective to guide customers through their challenging integration and migration needs. By building strong relationships with senior internal and other external stakeholders, this position influences projects to deliver impactful solutions.

Responsibilities:

Serve as a key technical advisor and thought leader, leveraging expertise to guide and influence stakeholders on complex data integration projects.

Lead the end-to-end implementation of advanced SQL and ETL solutions, addressing diverse and often unique challenges in customer workflows.

Proactively assess customer needs, using sophisticated problem-solving techniques to propose creative and scalable solutions.

Partner with senior government personnel and internal cross-functional teams to design and deliver tailored integration strategies.

Identify and drive opportunities for process improvement, collaborating with internal teams to simplify, enhance, and automate workflows that optimize customer experience.

Independently manage a diverse portfolio of 10-15 projects, using strong organizational and time management skills to meet critical deadlines.

Create and refine detailed requirements documentation to ensure alignment with customer goals and technical specifications.

Mentor junior team members and provide guidance to peers on best practices and innovative approaches for data integrations and migrations.

Stay informed on the latest trends in SaaS, APIs, and cloud technologies, integrating this knowledge into customer projects to drive innovation and value.

Requirements and Preferred Experience:

Minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree

1+ years of experience in professional services delivery

2+ years SQL scripting experience

1+ years of Python, or similar, experience

Experience with different database systems

Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing product and respond strategically to customer needs

Strong interpersonal skills

Experience with budgeting concepts and practices and/or finance/budgeting solutions nice to have

Organize own work for daily, weekly, and monthly work plans

Proactively communicate deadlines, updates, and issues to relevant parties

Experience with SaaS solutions, APIs, or Cloud technologies

Experience with Agile & Scrum methodologies

Additional Information

What makes OpenGov unique

»Leadership:CEO Zac Bookman (MPA from Harvard and JD from Yale) is truly a mission-driven CEO. He was named one of the 100 most Intriguing Entrepreneurs by Goldman Sachs, a Tech Pioneer by the World Economic Forum, andSF and Silicon Valley Business Times' 40 under 40 class of 2018!

»Growth:Record breaking growth with 1,800+ governments (and counting) using our products. Clickherefor read more.

»Culture: Winner of 2023 Top Workplaces USA award, Awarded Top 25 Cloud Companies to Work For, Winner of Forbes 2022 Best Startup Employers, 50 Best Workplaces award. Check out our Careers Video!

»Product:Named to the GovTech 100 (seven consecutive years), we are the leader in cloud software for our nation's cities, counties, and state agencies.

»Mission Driven:We are a technology company with a passion for the mission. We're powering more effective and accountable government.

Come join us and make a positive social impact!

OpenGov is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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