Title: Data Engineer - Business Automation & Data Transformation
Location: Remote Ekman Associates, Inc. is a Southern California based company focused on the following services: Management Consulting, Professional Staffing Solutions, Executive Recruiting and Managed Services. Summary: As the Automation & Data Engineer, you will play a critical role in enhancing data infrastructure and driving automation initiatives. This role will be responsible for building and maintaining API connectors, managing data platforms, and developing automation solutions that streamline processes and improve efficiency. This role requires a hands-on engineer with a strong technical background and the ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Key Skill Set: - Ability to build and maintain API connectors - Mandatory
- Experience in cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
- Familiarity with data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI.
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
- Knowledge of data security and privacy best practices, particularly in a media or entertainment context.
Responsibilities: - API Development & Integration: Design, build, and maintain API connectors to integrate various data sources and systems, ensuring seamless data flow across the organization.
- Data Platform Management: Oversee the maintenance and optimization of our data platforms, ensuring data is accurate, accessible, and secure.
- Work with stakeholders to identify data needs and implement solutions that support business objectives.
- Automation Solutions: Develop and deploy automation scripts and tools to streamline processes, reduce manual work, and enhance operational efficiency. Collaborate with teams to identify areas where automation can drive value.
- Data Quality & Governance: Implement data quality checks and governance frameworks to maintain the integrity and reliability of data. Ensure compliance with data security and privacy regulations.
- Technical Support & Troubleshooting: Provide technical support for data integration and automation issues, ensuring timely resolution and minimal disruption to operations.
Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years of experience in data engineering, software development, or related roles, with a focus on API development, data platforms, and automation.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or similar, and experience with API frameworks and tools (e.g., REST, GraphQL).
- Strong understanding of data platforms, databases (SQL, NoSQL), and data warehousing solutions.
- Experience in cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
- Familiarity with data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI.
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
- Knowledge of data security and privacy best practices, particularly in a media or entertainment context.
- Experience with automation tools and frameworks, such as Ansible, Jenkins, or similar.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Results-oriented, high energy, self-motivated.
Qualified Candidates Only: If you wish to learn more about this opportunity and additional qualifications/responsibilities, please submit your resume. To learn more about Ekman Associates, Inc. please visit our website at