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Data Engineer

Vanda Pharmaceuticals

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Jul 5, 2025
Washington, DC, US
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The company is looking to solve problems related to data processing, analysis, and reporting to drive business decision-making. This involves optimizing data pipelines, automating tasks, ensuring data quality, and providing insights through data models and dashboards.

Requirements

  • Strong SQL skills, including complex queries, performance tuning, and handling large datasets efficiently.
  • In-depth knowledge of indexing strategies (e.g., B-tree, composite indexes) and when to use them.
  • Experience with partitioning, materialized views, and caching mechanisms for database optimization.
  • Proven ability to assess schema design and diagnose bottlenecks (e.g., full table scans, inefficient joins).
  • Proficiency in scripting with Python, Ruby, or a similar language for automation and data processing.
  • Hands-on experience designing and maintaining ETL/ELT processes and data pipeline automation.
  • Experience with Excel automation using Python, VBA, or Power Query.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, optimize, and maintain ETL/ELT pipelines to process large datasets from various sources.
  • Automate repetitive data processing tasks, including Excel workbook updates, reporting workflows, and data cleaning.
  • Ensure data quality, accuracy, and security across pipelines, implementing best practices for data integrity and governance.
  • Query, analyze, and generate reports from large datasets to drive business decision-making.
  • Develop data models, dashboards, and reports using SQL, Python, or BI tools.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business data needs and provide scalable solutions.
  • Assess schema design and diagnose bottlenecks (e.g., full table scans, inefficient joins).

Other

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or a related field.
  • Minimum 4 years of experience in data engineering, data analytics, or a related field.
  • Ability to translate complex business needs into efficient technical data solutions.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and in a team.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Experience with BI tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or Looker.
  • Knowledge of data governance, security, and compliance best practices in a corporate environment.