Data Engineer II

Please note this a hybrid position based out of our Support Office in Phoenix, AZ.  As a Data Engineer II, you will support the deployment, monitoring, and management of machine learning models in a cloud environment using Databricks. You will collaborate closely with data scientists, data engineers, and IT teams to ensure our machine learning workflows are efficient, scalable, and aligned with business objectives.

Essential Functions:

• Assist in the deployment and maintenance of machine learning models on the Databricks platform.
• Collaborate with data scientists to understand model requirements and optimize workflows for production.
• Implement automated pipelines for model training, testing, and deployment using CI/CD and engineering best practices.
• Monitor model performance and data drift, providing insights for continuous improvement.
• Support data ingestion and processing workflows, ensuring high data quality and availability.
• Document processes, workflows, and best practices to facilitate knowledge sharing within the team.
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving issues related to model deployment and performance.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices in MLOps and data engineering.
• Supporting the broader team by understanding new Databricks released functionality and sharing with the rest of team.
• Provide escalated support for junior team members.
• Perform any other assigned tasks deemed necessary by management.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Familiarity with machine learning concepts and algorithms.
• Basic experience with Databricks or similar data processing platforms.
• Knowledge of programming languages like Python and R.
• Understanding of cloud services (Azure).
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, analytical and decision-making skills, and ability to work on cross-functional teams.
• Solid understanding and usage of source control solutions.
• Change and release management skills.
• Requirements gathering and documentation skills.

Technical Skills:

• Internship or project experience related to MLOps, data engineering, or machine learning.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI).
• 3 years of experience with SQL and data querying.
• 1 year experience with Azure DevOps and CI/CD pipelines.
• 1 year experience with PySpark.
• Knowledge of programming languages like Python and R.

Personality Traits:

• Maintain high levels of integrity and dependability.
• Maintain a focus on results, quality and customer satisfaction.
• Works well in a team environment and effectively manage work activities.
• Project a professional demeanor and appearance.
• Be extremely flexible and adaptable.
• Demonstrates the ability to function and stay focused in a constant pressure, fast growing and ever-changing organization.
• Ability to work with and manage vendor partner relationships.

In addition to a rewarding career, Sprouts offers a comprehensive program to help support you and your family. These programs include:

• Competitive pay
• Sick time plan that you can use to support you or your immediate families health
• Vacation accrual plan
• Opportunities for career growth
• 15% discount for you and one other family member in your household on all purchases made at Sprouts
• Flexible schedules
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(K) Retirement savings plan with a generous company match
• Company paid life insurance
• Contests and appreciation events throughout the year full of prizes, food and fun!

Eligibility requirements may apply for the following benefits:

• Bonus based on company and/or individual performance
• Affordable benefit coverage, including medical, dental and vision
• Health Savings Account with company match
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Company paid short-term disability coverage
• Paid parental leave for both mothers and fathers
• Paid holidays

Get Paid Every Day!

Sprouts Farmers Market offers DailyPay - if you’re hired as an eligible employee, you’ll be able to transfer the money you’ve already earned at no extra cost, and get it the next business day, for free.  We offer DailyPay so you don’t have to wait for payday to access the money you’ve already worked for. With DailyPay, you can see how much you’ve made every day and you can transfer your money any time before payday.

 You can learn more by visiting https://www.dailypay.com/partners/sprouts-farmers-market/.

Grow with us!

If you have a passion for inspiring people and a flair for fresh food, consider applying for a job at Sprouts! With a focus on customer service, our neighborhood grocery stores offer high-quality, farm fresh produce, natural meats, plenty of scoop-your-own bulk goods and much more in a fun, friendly, old-fashioned farmer’s market setting.  Come grow your career in healthy living with a fast-paced, rapidly growing company and teams that pride themselves on empowering others along their journey.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements. Sprouts’ management reserves the right to amend and change duties, responsibilities, and requirements to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.

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