WHO YOU ARE

You're analytical, a big picture thinker, and detail oriented. You're a problem solver, and you're able to present technical ideas to the business. You enjoy interacting with people and communicating across teams. If this sounds like you, Dot Foods wants you on our team.

As a Data Engineer, you will design, test, and maintain data pipelines for advanced analytics. You'll transform complex datasets, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, and collaborate with IT and business experts to deliver crucial insights in adherence to information best practices.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Automate data wrangling from a wide variety of sources (flat files, remote servers, databases, legacy systems, message queues, APIs and more)
• Identify opportunities to improve system and business process efficiencies
• Cleanse/transform data in preparation for all levels of analytical use
• Leverage many technologies and methodologies as required-includes scripting and programming languages
• Assist in the preparation, deployment, and maintenance of machine learning/artificial intelligence data pipelines
• Work with vendors and consultants as appropriate.
• Applies lean thinking and tools to identify and eliminate waste in all areas of the position

YOU MUST HAVE

• Bachelor's degree
• At least 3+ years of hands-on experience in data engineering or a related field.
• Proficiency in IBM DataStage or equivalent data integration tool
• Demonstrated ability in developing, deploying, and maintaining data processes and data pipelines in Python.
• 1+ years of experience in hybrid cloud environments
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to build and orchestrate code in numerous ways to support analytics deployment.
• Effective interpersonal skills, with positive professional verbal and written skills

YOU MAY ALSO HAVE

• Bachelor's degree in Business Analytics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field
• IBM Data Engineer certification
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment
• Effective project management and planning skills

ROLE SPECIFICS

• Travel - Occasional overnight travel 1-3 nights per quarter for company meetings. Must have ability to travel independently as needed, without restriction by all modes of transportation, including car, plane, or train.
• Schedule - ability to work flexible hours; may include evening & weekend hours as needed

WHO WE ARE

Dot Foods makes products more accessible and affordable to the food industry. We add efficiency to the supply chain and build strong partnerships with distributors, suppliers, and operators. Our company was created on a foundation of respect and dependability. People who are open to input, ask questions, embrace diversity, and seek innovative solutions thrive here.

WHAT DOT CAN OFFER YOU

As a family-owned and-operated company since 1960, Dot Foods has created a strong family culture. We make everyone feel included and respected. In addition to an inclusive working environment, we will provide you with:

• Competitive compensation package, including bonuses for successful performance
• Extensive benefits including medical, dental, 401k, and profit-sharing
• Significant advancement opportunities

Safety: This position assumes responsibility for the workplace safety of self and co-workers, and for the safety conditions of the work locations, exercise and promotes safe behaviors and show unyielding support of programs, rules, and policies regarding safety.

EOE/AA Employer: Dot believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities. Dot will not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status or other basic classes protected by applicable federal or state law provided they are qualified for employment or for existing positions.