Data Engineer

Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions is seeking a skilled Snowflake Data Engineer to support the development of modern analytics solutions within our data platform. This contractor role will focus on the Analytics Development Lifecycle, primarily using dbt Cloud for ELT processes in a modern data stack. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in SQL, modular data modeling, and data transformation best practices, with a proven ability to design and implement scalable solutions in Snowflake. As the role advances, additional focus will move to developing data pipelines from extraction and loading to transformation.

What you will do

• Translate business requirements into technical specifications for analytics solutions.
• Design, build, and maintain data models, transformations, and pipelines using dbt Cloud and Snowflake.
• Develop and optimize SQL queries for performance and scalability.
• Implement ELT workflows leveraging version control (Git) and software development best practices.
• Participate in all phases of the Analytics Development Lifecycle, including design, development, testing, and deployment.
• Create and maintain documentation for functional requirements and technical specifications.
• Perform unit testing, peer code reviews, and ensure adherence to coding standards.
• Support code promotion and environment synchronization activities.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate business logic into data models and reporting solutions.
• Develop custom Python scripts for data extraction and transformation from APIs, SFTP, and semi-structured sources.
• Apply advanced knowledge of data warehousing concepts (Star Schema, Facts & Dimensions, OLAP design).
• Ensure compliance with Agile methodologies and participate in sprint planning and reviews., DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position, and you may be required to perform additional job tasks as assigned.

• Advanced SQL skills with hands-on Snowflake experience.
• Strong experience with dbt Cloud/Core and modular data modeling.
• Proficiency in Python for data manipulation and integration tasks.
• Familiarity with APIs, SFTP, and semi-structured data formats (JSON, XML).
• Experience with Git-based source control and collaborative development workflows.
• Solid understanding of data warehousing principles, including slowly changing dimensions and bridge tables.
• Exposure to cloud environments (AWS or Azure).
• Strong communication and documentation skills; ability to work in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.

Nice to Have

• Experience with BI tools and visualization concepts.
• Familiarity with SaaS-based data platforms.
• Knowledge of Pandas or similar Python libraries for data wrangling

At Ericsson, we know that our people are the key to our success. We offer a competitive package to help with your individual needs and goals.

Your Pay The salary range for this position is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, and the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.

Short-Term Variable Compensation Plan: Your pay also includes the opportunity for an annual bonus. Actual bonus payouts are based on performance of the business against the unit’s objectives, individual performance, and the individual bonus target. Certain eligibility and pro-ration rules apply.

Your Health Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions offers excellent, competitive employee benefits, such as: subsidized, nationwide PPO medical benefit options including a low-deductible Point of Service Plan and a qualifying High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP), with a generous company-provided HSA contribution. For California employees, we offer a subsidized HMO option through Kaiser. Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions also offers subsidized dental and vision coverage.

Your Financial Security We invest in both your short and long-term financial wellbeing. Our 401(k) plan has a 4% company match and immediate vesting. Employees will also receive company-paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance and company-paid disability benefits.

Your Time Your work-life balance is important to us. New employees are provided a minimum of 15 days of accrued vacation, up to 3 personal days per year, 11 annual holidays, 8 hours of volunteer time, and 80 hours of sick time annually. Please note paid time off is pro-rated based on the employee’s start date. Furthermore, Ericsson provides up to 16 weeks of paid maternity leave and 6 weeks of parental or adoption leave at 100% of pay., Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions offers other company-paid benefits such as a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, mobile therapy, and volunteer paid time off.