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A genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of others is the foundation for everything we do. With a customer-first mindset and an intentional focus on building strong teams, we’ve been able to uphold our legacy of financial stability while investing in new, innovative technologies that support the needs of our customers. Our high-performance culture focused on operational excellence thrives thanks to remarkable people united by compassion and a customer-first commitment. Are you ready to make a difference?

Job SummaryThis role is responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing data solutions that support business applications and analytics. The Data Engineer will model relational and non‑relational data structures, build and tune database code, develop ETL pipelines, and support data services across modern technology stacks. The position blends database engineering, data integration, analytics, and general software engineering to enable scalable, secure, and high‑quality data environments. Success in this role requires strong systems thinking, the ability to work across multiple technologies, and comfort operating in collaborative, multi‑vendor environments.Key Responsibilities

• Design and communicate conceptual, logical, and physical data models for transactional and analytical systems.
• Develop and optimize SQL, PL/SQL, and NoSQL queries and database code.
• Build and maintain ETL pipelines using tools such as SSIS or DataStage.
• Support data services using REST/SOAP and Java‑based middleware.
• Monitor, tune, and optimize large‑scale SQL Server and Oracle environments.
• Ability to work effectively in a multi‑vendor, offshore delivery model is a requirement of the role. *

Skills and Background You’ll NeedMust‑Have

• Minimum 2 years of experience in data engineering, database development, or related field.
• Hands‑on experience with SQL Server or Oracle, including performance tuning and query optimization.
• Experience developing ETL processes using SSIS, DataStage, or similar tools.
• Strong understanding of data modeling concepts for transactional and analytical systems.
• Ability to work effectively in a multi‑vendor, offshore delivery model.

Preferred

• Experience with NoSQL platforms (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra, DynamoDB).
• Familiarity with Hadoop/Spark or other big‑data technologies.
• Exposure to semantic modeling and analytics tools such as SSAS.
• Knowledge of Java middleware (e.g., JBoss) and modern JavaScript frameworks (e.g., AngularJS, Backbone.js, Ember.js).
• Understanding of data quality, data security, and encryption best practices.

Education

• B.Sc. in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience.

Key Behaviors of a Successful Candidate

• Systems Thinking: Connects data, processes, and technology components to understand end‑to‑end impacts and opportunities.
• Collaboration: Works effectively within cross‑functional, multi‑vendor teams and contributes to shared outcomes.
• Adaptability: Adjusts quickly to changing priorities, technologies, and business needs while maintaining high‑quality output.

Why Join The Standard?

We have built an enduring legacy of stability, financial strength and exceptional customer service through the contributions of the service-oriented people who choose to work at The Standard. To ensure we can attract and retain the best talent, when you join The Standard you can expect:

• A rich benefits package including medical, dental, vision and a 401(k) plan with matching company contributions

• An annual incentive bonus plan

• Generous paid time off including 11 holidays, 2 wellness days, and 8 volunteer hours annually — PTO increases with tenure

• A supportive, responsive management approach and opportunities for career growth and advancement 

• Paid parental leave and adoption/surrogacy assistance

• An employee giving program that double matches your donations to eligible nonprofits and schools

In addition to the competitive salary range below, our employee-focused benefits support work-life balance. Learn more about working at The Standard.

• Eligibility to participate in an incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program and plan. Any award depends on a variety of factors including individual and organizational performance.

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