Senior Data Engineer

Pay: $99,000 annual minimum
Full-Time, Orlando, Hybrid

Are you a data engineer with a passion for optimizing data systems and driving innovation? We’re seeking a Senior Data Engineer to join our dynamic team and take the lead in designing, building, and maintaining powerful data pipelines that fuel the enterprise’s data-driven decision-making. This is your opportunity to shape the future of our data architecture, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and make a tangible impact on the organization’s success!

Cru has a long-standing history of being a pioneer in world Christian Missions. We are looking for the most talented individuals with a passion to see the Gospel of Jesus Christ proclaimed to the nations. Come use your God-given talents to help do this!

Our teams at Cru Headquarters are committed to praying for and with each other. Your faith isn’t just something apart from who you are it’s an integral part of you. Here at Cru we want you to use your gifts to further the Kingdom each day.

The Kind of Work You’ll be Doing:

• Craft High-Performance Data Models: Design and create dimensional data models, denormalize data from multiple sources, and optimize these models to ensure BI performance is top-tier, working closely with BI and data analysts.
• Map the Data Journey: Develop comprehensive cradle-to-grave process flowcharts, from data inputs and processes to outputs and architecture diagrams. You’ll define the entire data journey to ensure clarity and efficiency.
• Lead ETL/ELT Development: Design and implement ETL/ELT processes and queries to seamlessly integrate data from a variety of sources, including Oracle, Postgres, and MySQL, into our enterprise data warehouse (EDW).
• Create and Optimize Data Pipelines: Build end-to-end data pipelines to automate data ingestion, transformation, and loading processes. You’ll monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure scalability, reliability, and efficiency across all pipelines.
• Drive Data Orchestration: Design innovative solutions to orchestrate data flows, ensuring the smooth movement, combining, verification, and storage of data, making it ready for analysis and business insights.
• Manage High-Impact Projects: Operate at a senior level by leading data projects, reviewing team outputs, and keeping executives informed of progress. You’ll be the go-to leader for complex data challenges.
• Lead CI/CD Initiatives: Develop and implement best practices for Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) for data integrations, ensuring smooth, automated workflows.
• Code Review Leadership: Conduct thorough code reviews to identify issues, determine root causes, and propose the best solutions to enhance code quality and performance.
• Ensure Data Quality: Build and maintain automated unit and integration testing pipelines to guarantee the integrity and quality of data across all systems.
• Customer-Centric Problem Solving: Respond to service requests from customers, addressing inquiries or HelpDesk tickets with a solution-oriented approach to ensure smooth data operations.

Why Join Us?

• Find your purpose: Join a Global Movement Impacting the World for Jesus.
• Comprehensive Compensation & Benefits Package for full-time employees.
• Retirement Savings: 403B plan with matching contributions for qualifying salaried roles and lump sum contributions for hourly roles, helping you plan for your future.
• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay to support your work-life balance.
• Paid parental leave: 2 months for mothers and fathers
• Health Coverage: 98% paid Medical and Dental Insurance for employees, 50% paid for dependents.
• Life Insurance: Basic life insurance provided, plus the option to purchase Voluntary Term Life Insurance (VTL) for self and dependents.
• Spiritual Growth and Development Opportunities: Quarterly paid half-day with the Lord, team spiritual development.
• Meaningful Work: Make a lasting impact on the lives of those you serve, while working with a supportive and collaborative team.

And additional perks!
Experience and Skills:

• A seasoned Data Engineer with extensive experience designing and optimizing data models, working with a variety of databases (Oracle, Postgres, MySQL), and leading ETL/ELT development.
• Skilled in data pipeline orchestration and automation, with a proven ability to build scalable, reliable, and high-performance data workflows.
• Expert in CI/CD practices and automated testing, ensuring seamless integration and continuous delivery of data solutions.
• Comfortable leading cross-functional projects, collaborating with BI teams and data analysts, and presenting your work to senior executives.
• A problem-solver who thrives in challenging environments and can quickly identify and resolve issues in complex data systems.
• A strong communicator who enjoys mentoring others and fostering a collaborative, results-driven team culture.
• Bachelor’s degree in Math, Statistics, Business, Computer Science, or Data Science.
• 5-7 years of Data Engineering experience preferred.