Data Engineer - Intermediate Level

Why USAA?

At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the #1 choice for the military community and their families.

Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values – honesty, integrity, loyalty and service – define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful.

The Opportunity

As a dedicated Data Engineer – Intermediate Level, you will work with data services teams on P&C Data Modernization projects focused on developing solutions for the P&C Claims, Policy, Pricing, Financials, and Regulatory domains.

Within defined guidelines and framework, Data Engineers (DEs) are engaged in all phases of the data management lifecycle. This includes gathering and analyzing requirements, collecting, processing, storing, securing, and archiving data. Develop and maintain technical systems for data reporting and technical solutions using emerging technologies. Partner with the business to ensure data management solutions aligned to business objectives.

We offer a flexible work environment that requires an individual to be in the office 4 days per week. This position can be based in one of the following locations: San Antonio, TX, Plano, TX, or Phoenix, AZ. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

What you'll do:

• Participates in the full life cycle of data engineering to include analysis, solution design, data pipeline engineering, testing, deployment, scheduling, and production support with guidance from senior team members.

• Assists in the implementation of technical solutions for data reporting and analytic systems.

• Assists with designing and writing test scripts to verify data integrity and application of functionality. Reviews functionality of existing test scripts for understanding.

• Demonstrates familiarity with IT Change and Release Management standard methodologies. Deploys data pipeline code with assistance from senior team members.

• Participate in design and code review sessions.

• Actively participates in Agile ceremonies such as daily standup, iteration planning, backlog grooming, and retrospective sessions.

• Develops intermediate familiarity of data management standard methodologies by participating in trainings, reviewing documentation, and reading code from existing solutions.

• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of business products and processes.

• Assists senior team members in breaking down business features into technical stories and approaches.

• Actively learns about new and emerging technologies in the data engineering space. Seeks to apply takeaways in current and future projects.

• Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures.

What you have:

• Bachelor’s degree; OR 4 years of related experience (in addition to the minimum years of experience required) may be substituted in lieu of degree; OR Approved certification from CodeUp, Galvanize, VetFIT (Veterans for IT) or eFIT (Employees for IT)

• 2 years of data engineering, data analysis or software development experience implementing data solutions.

• Working Experience in SQL and Relational Databases.

• Basic understanding of Agile methodology practices.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Working experience in Cloud technologies and tools.

What sets you apart:

• Experience with Data Build Tool (DBT), Informatica

• Experience in SQL development

• 2 or more years of developing data applications using Snowflake

• Experience using Linux scripting (Python, Shell, etc.)

Compensation range: The salary range for this position is: $85,040.00 - $162,550.00.

USAA 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.).

Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location.

Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance