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Raymond James Financial, Inc. Lead Data Engineer (Oracle/Python) in Saint Petersburg, Florida
Job Description
Note: This position will follow our hybrid work model, we expect the selected candidate to be in the office 8-10 days per month at the St. Petersburg, FL Corporate Office location.
Responsibilities:
Develop the most-complex existing and new Data Integration Solutions by analyzing and identifying areas for modification and improvement. Develop new data solutions to meet customer requirements.
Monitor, identify, and correct the most-complex defects to maintain fully functioning, reliable, scalable data solutions.
Work effectively with cross-functional teams and with Data Engineers, Data Architects and Service developers to build optimal and efficient ETL and Database code, leveraging data to drive original design ideas and decisions.
Discuss and recommend more complex or innovative technical developments to developlow latency Data Integration solutions to provision data near real time for multiple consumers.
Focus on designing, building, and launching efficient and reliable data infrastructure to scale and compute to meet business objectives.
Works on and contributes to a projects successful completion as defined by predetermined project success criteria including those established by the business, capital expenditure and budget requirements.
Acts as an Application Support specialist for critical production applications and optimizes the batch flow to meet the defined SLA’s.
Act as subject matter expert in an area of technology, policy, regulation, or operational management for the team.
Maintain external accreditations and in-depth understanding of current and emerging external regulation and industry best practices through continuing professional development, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.
Skills:
Uses comprehensive knowledge and skills to work independently while providing guidance and training to others on developing appropriate plans or performing necessary actions based on recommendations and requirements.
Uses comprehensive knowledge and skills to work independently while providing guidance and training to others on analyzing data from multiple sources to draw appropriate conclusions and make suitable recommendations.
Uses comprehensive knowledge and skills to act independently while guiding and training others on developing software using programming languages.
Uses comprehensive knowledge and skills to act independently while guiding and training others on ensuring that IT applications meet required specifications by designing, executing and reporting on tests of systems and services.
Uses comprehensive knowledge and skills to act independently while guiding and training others on monitoring, diagnosing and fixing technological problems.
Technical Skills :
Proficiency in Python, Oracle database development, CI/CD, Jenkins, Kubernetes, and Pandas.
Database Optimization : Strong understanding of database optimization techniques and best practices.
Preferred Qualifications/Skills:
Agile Methodologies : Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
Cloud Platforms: Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
Python Development: Design, develop, and maintain Python applications and scripts.
Oracle Database Development : Create and optimize complex queries, stored procedures, and database schemas.
CI/CD Implementation : Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and other tools to automate the build, test, and deployment processes.
Kubernetes Management: Deploy, manage, and scale applications using Kubernetes.
Database Optimization: Analyze and optimize database performance, ensuring efficient data retrieval and storage.
Data Manipulation: Utilize Pandas for data analysis, transformation, and manipulation.
Education
Bachelor’s: Computer and Information Science (Required)
Work Experience
General Experience - 3 to 6 years
Certifications
Travel
Less than 25%
Workstyle
Hybrid
At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view.
We expect our associates at all levels to:
• Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same
• Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes
• Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind
• Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter
• Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm
At Raymond James – as part of our people-first culture, we honor, value, and respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates. When associates bring their best authentic selves, our organization, clients, and communities thrive. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.
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