Data Engineer 2- Nordstrom Analytical Platform - Hybrid - Seattle

Job Description

Nordstrom Analytical Platform (NAP) is a real-time, event-streaming-centric analytical platform that provides high-quality, pre-stitched 360 views of our customers, products, inventory, customer service, fulfillment, logistics and credit. The Insights Delivery Team delivers data and insights that enables Nordstrom data analysts, data scientists, leadership, store personnel and other business users to drive the critical Nordstrom customer experiences in a single place near real-time. On our team, you will own the design and development of highly scalable software applications, services, data pipelines and database solutions, apply scientific, mathematical, and social principles, and deliver on the Nordstrom strategic visions. You will have various avenues to collaborate and influence several other platforms within Nordstrom Technology and have a companywide impact on both business and engineering.

The ideal candidate is creative, customer-driven and has a passion for data engineering and products. Read this first: We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all the qualifications but feel you would be a good fit for the position. Nordstrom is an equal-opportunity employer. We are building a diverse, inclusive workforce and hope you will join us!

A day at work…

• Design and develop scalable and durable data analytical solutions using in-house and modern technologies for business in an agile environment.

• Understand the specific needs of a major line of business and the related set of applications, systems, or functions.

• Design and develop distributed data processing pipelines in the Big Data ecosystem in the Cloud, apply data concept, modeling, structures, and infrastructure technologies and adhere to good engineering practices.

• Split larger designs into smaller work units and mentor other engineers across a wide spectrum of activities.

• Own implementation of engineering standards, quality assurance standards and security features. Own responsibility for code reviews and drives accountability in following software engineering principles.

• Build testing tools and CI/CD pipeline, reduce automation friction to speed up the path to business outcomes.

• Identify data performance issues and optimize the solution. Perform on-going production support and on-call support duties.

• Work with both Onsite and offshore resources daily to resolve any incidents and issues.

• Responsible for cost savings, production notifications, alerts, and logging dashboards. Collaborate with product managers, data analysts, data scientists, business partners and other tech teams.

• Partner with analyst stakeholders toward delivering highly effective self-service BI solutions.

• Communicate clearly and efficiently with our partner teams. Lead multiple projects at the same time, manage complexity and drives results.

• Mentor junior engineers and build the team together with the engineering manager.

You own this if you have…

• 4+ years of experience in at least one modern programming language such as Java, Python

• 2+ years of experience with databases, SQL, data modeling, data mining, and automated engineering solutions.

• Familiar with GCP Big Query and Presto is a plus

• Experience with cloud environments such as AWS, GCP Experience in developing near real-time distributed data processing solutions using Kafka, Flink, Spark, Kubernetes, Airflow

• Experience in scalable distributed systems, service-oriented and event-driven streaming architecture

• Experience in developing automation testing and CICD deployment tools

• Experience with best practices for data engineering and operational excellence

• Experience with project leadership, cross-team collaboration, complex system design, making critical quality technical decisions, and driving team results

• Experience with mentoring Junior Engineers Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Computer Science,

• Engineering, or equivalent practical experience Passion for innovative technologies, operational excellence, and customer impact

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We’ve got you covered…

Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:

• Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources

A few more important points...

The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.

Nordstrom will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact the nearest Nordstrom location, which can be identified at www.nordstrom.com. 

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Pay Range Details

The pay range(s) below are provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different in other locations.

Washington: $103,000 - $188,500 AnnuallyThis position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: https://careers.nordstrom.com/pdfs/Ben_Overview_17-19.pdf