Senior Database Engineer

About the Role: Grade Level (for internal use): 10 The Team: The Data Engineering team expands and optimizes our data pipeline architecture, working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to build scalable data systems that support next-generation products and analytics initiative Responsibilities and Impact: As a Senior Data Engineer, you will directly contribute to the company’s data infrastructure and analytics capabilities. By creating and maintaining optimal data pipeline architecture and building infrastructure for data extraction and transformation, you enable the organization to make informed business decisions based on accurate and reliable data. This role directly impacts our clients and markets by ensuring the availability of high-quality data for analysis and insights, leading to better product development, improved customer experiences, and informed decision-making. You will be responsible for: Design and maintain optimal data pipeline architecture to ensure efficient, scalable, and reliable data flow across the organization. Assemble and integrate large, complex datasets that meet both functional and non-functional business requirements, ensuring data quality and consistency. Build and optimize infrastructure for extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL/ELT) of data from diverse sources using SQL , Python , distributed data processing frameworks , cloud data platforms, and cloud services (such as AWS, Azure, or GCP ). Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, including Executive, Product, Data, and Design teams, to address data-related technical challenges and support their data infrastructure needs. Develop data tools and frameworks for analytics and data science teams to empower them in building and optimizing products that position the company as an innovative industry leader. Partner with data and analytics experts to continuously enhance functionality, performance, and scalability of data systems. What We’re Looking For Technical Skills Minimum 4 years of experience in a data engineering role, with hands-on experience with distributed data processing / big data frameworks , Python , cloud data platforms , and AWS or other cloud environments (e.g., Azure, GCP). Experience with workflow orchestration / scheduling platforms Experience working with version control systems such as GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket, or Azure Repos . Experience maintaining and developing software in production environments utilizing: containerization technologies infrastructure as code tools CI/CD platforms such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps Experience with modern Python API frameworks (such as FastAPI, Flask, or Django REST Framework ) and strong understanding of RESTful services and good API design principles. Knowledge of system design concepts, including designing scalable, reliable, and fault-tolerant data architectures. Understanding of object-oriented programming principles and design patterns. Strong understanding of big data / distributed systems technologies , including: streaming & messaging platforms search & indexing / log analytics engines NoSQL databases container orchestration platforms Demonstrated ability to design and implement end-to-end scalable and performant data pipelines. Proficiency in building data transformation processes, data structures, and workload management. Strong ability to manipulate and extract insights from large datasets using SQL , Python , and distributed processing frameworks Professional Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience building solutions and working in Agile environments (e.g., Scrum, Kanban). About S&P Global Energy At S&P Global Energy, our comprehensive view of global energy and commodities markets enables our customers to make superior decisions and create long-term, sustainable value. Our four core capabilities are: Platts for news and pricing; CERA for research and advisory; Horizons for energy expansion and sustainability solutions; and Events for industry collaboration. S&P Global Energy is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global enables businesses, governments, and individuals with trusted data, expertise, and technology to make decisions with conviction. We are Advancing Essential Intelligence through world-leading benchmarks, data, and insights that customers need in order to plan confidently, act decisively, and thrive economically in a rapidly changing global landscape. Learn more at . What’s In It For You? Our Mission: Advancing Essential Intelligence. Our People: We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference. Our Values: Integrity, Discovery, Partnership Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals. Benefits: We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global. Our benefits include: Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body. Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on. Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills. Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs. Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. 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