IT Specialist-Apllications; Junior Data Engineer

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Job Classification: IT SPECIALIST - APPLICATIONS (Junior Data Engineer)

Posting Number: 38253

Department: HOUSTON INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES (HITS)

Division: ENTERPRISE APPLICATIONS SERVICES

Reporting

Location:

611 WALKER

Workdays &

Hours:

MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
* * Subject to Change

Houston, TX, is the fourth largest city in the country, with a budget of over 6 billion dollars, a workforce strong of 20,000 employees, and 23 departments with fascinating data and a wide range of questions. Houston promotes healthy and resilient communities through smart civic investments, dynamic partnerships, education, and innovation. It is a place where anyone can prosper and feel at home.

The City offers its employees various benefits, including healthcare, wellness, professional development, and an excellent pension plan. The Enterprise Data Office is part of the Houston IT Services department and provides city-wide services. Our four focus areas are Open Data, Data Community, Targeted Data Governance, and a Modern Data Stack.

The Junior Data Engineer will assist in building and maintaining data systems that support the City’s analytics and business needs. This role is ideal for someone passionate about data, eager to learn modern technologies, and motivated to contribute to public service. Under guidance from senior team members, the Junior Data Engineer will:

• Support data integration by working with various sources such as databases, APIs, and external providers.
• Monitor and troubleshoot data pipelines to maintain reliability and performance.
• Prepare data by cleaning, transforming, and validating data to ensure quality and consistency.
• Learn and apply cloud technologies such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, and Snowflake for data storage and processing.
• Write and optimize SQL queries for data retrieval and manipulation.
• Collaborate with team members and analysts to understand data requirements and deliver solutions.
• Document processes and workflows to support knowledge sharing and troubleshooting.
• Follow established standards and best practices, ensuring compliance with IT policies and security guidelines.
• Demonstrate curiosity and willingness to learn about business processes, and explore new and old technologies
• Perform other duties as assigned.

There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature, and air conditions. Significant time spent using computer display, keyboard, and mouse.

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management and Information Systems (MIS) or a closely related field.

Application-specific technical certifications may be considered for substitution for 1 year of experience.

At least three (3) years of technology experience creating or configuring software applications.

Related professional experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

None

** Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6. **

Preference will be given to candidates with the following skillsets:

• Knowledge of SQL and experience writing queries
• Programming with Python and its core libraries
• Used cloud platforms (Azure or AWS)
• Familiarity with data concepts like data modeling, ETL, or data warehousing (coursework or projects acceptable)
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI, Matplotlib, Seaborn, Shiny
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively
• Relevant coursework, internship, and certifications

SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

Department may administer skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION NO

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

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