The University of Cincinnati Foundation (UCF) is looking to hire a Data Developer to design and develop data solutions, provide reliable data integrations, manage databases, optimize performance, and automate processes to maximize the value of data assets for strategic decision-making and operational effectiveness.
Requirements
- Demonstrated expertise in programming languages such as NET/C-Sharp, SQL, and Python.
- Hands-on experience with database management systems including, but not limited to, my SQL and SQL Server.
- Practical knowledge of ETL tools and data integration platforms.
- Familiarity with big data technologies and cloud-based data platforms.
- Strong foundation with data modeling normalization and schema design principles.
- Demonstrated ability to develop efficient maintainable code and optimize data processes.
- Experience with version control systems and implementation of continuous integration (CI) and continuous development (CD) pipelines for data services.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, implement, and administer data pipelines, databases, and applications that meet organizational, operational, and strategic requirements with a focus on scalability, performance, integrity, and reliability within supported systems.
- Engineer processes to ingest, transform, and consolidate data from multiple sources inclusive of databases, API's, flat files, and cloud-based platforms.
- Establish and optimize both relational and non-relational databases to facilitate efficient storage, retrieval, and manipulation of substantial data volumes.
- Develop, design, implement, and sustain ETL (extract, transform, load) workflows and processes to prepare data for reporting while ensuring optimal data quality and uniformity.
- Enhance database query indexing and processing workflows for maximum efficiency and resolve any performance issues.
- Prepare documentation aligning and detailing data models, processes, workflows, and best practices to support sustainability.
- Implement and uphold organizational and regulatory standards including privacy, security, and compliance as appropriate.
Other
- 1-3 years of experience.
- Experience using and supporting the Blackbaud suite of products, including SDK, in a philanthropic organization strongly preferred.
- Capacity to operate efficiently in dynamic environments and adapt to evolving priorities and requirements.
- Demonstrated success in cross-functional collaboration and fostering a culture of innovation and shared knowledge.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, effective communication skills and documentation skills with strong attention to detail.
