Mutual Opportunities
Data Engineer
Springfield, Massachusetts; Boston, Massachusetts
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Overview
A career with us means you’ll work alongside exceptional people and be empowered to reach your professional and personal goals. Our employees are at the foundation of what enables MassMutual to deliver on our purpose to help people secure their futures and protect the ones they love.
We embrace the idea that we all are stronger and better through our support for one another. We strive to create a culture where employees feel valued and are celebrated for who they are.
“Since our founding in 1851, mutuality has put our policyowners at the center of everything we do. At our core, we’re a company of people helping people in their time of need, and that spirit extends to the culture we’ve built at our company. Our employees support and rely on each other each day, collaborating to deliver the best solutions for our customers and help millions more secure their future and protect the ones they love.”
Job Description
The Opportunity
At MassMutual, we are dedicated to empowering millions of individuals to achieve financial independence, a commitment that fuels our journey to create highly interactive digital experiences for our customers. As part of our Data Platform Data Engineering team, we are seeking Data Engineers who are enthusiastic about utilizing data to drive impactful business outcomes.
As a Data Engineer - you are proficient in design, development, and review of data pipelines towards Analytical and Operational data.
The Team
The Data Engineering team in Enterprise IT Product and Operations Technology organization, is comprised of highly skilled, collaborative, problem solvers who are motivated to create innovative solutions that exceed the changing needs of our customers and move MassMutual forward. As a Data Engineer you will be transforming complex data into actionable insights and are committed to a culture of growth and evolving capabilities in the dynamic field of data engineering.
The Impact
Define and establish a Data Integration Strategy which will enable the systems integrations moving from point-to-point to passthrough model.
Design, develop and implementation of data integration solutions supporting batch/ETL and API-led integrations that deliver tangible business value.
Proactively assess the current state of the technology and identify gaps and overlaps. Capture future state technology vision in actionable, context-specific roadmaps.
Develop policies around data quality, data security, data retention, data stewardship, and proactively identify and support project impacts.
Serves as an expert level technical resource across multiple initiatives.
Work in a team-based environment including a global workforce, vendors, and third-party contractors.
Translate high-level business requirements into detailed technical specifications.
Collaborate closely with peers, offering mentorship and fostering a knowledge-sharing environment.
Continuously evaluate and advocate for advanced tools, technologies, and processes that drive industry best practices.
Actively participate in our Agile development processes, contributing to team meetings and delivering incremental improvements.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and deliver reliable data solutions.
Monitor data pipeline performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement optimizations to improve efficiency.
Assist in the design and development of APIs for seamless data integration across platforms.
The Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.
5+ years of Data engineering experience in designing/ building complex data pipelines supporting data analytics and data warehousing.
4+ years working with Data and relevant computation frameworks and system.
4+ years using Python programming language.
5+ years’ experience in writing SQL and query optimization.
3+ years of experience with Cloud Technologies preferably AWS.
3+ years of experience working with columnar databases such as AWS Redshift, Snowflake, Databricks, Vertica etc.
The Ideal Qualifications
Beyond the minimum qualifications, the ideal candidate will also possess the following additional qualifications
- Master’s degree in computer science or engineering.
- Cloud Technologies: Proven experience in a cloud computing environment, preferably AWS (S3, EC2, Kubernetes, Terraform, etc.).
- Python: Practical development and data analysis experience using Python.
- Advanced Data Processing: Knowledge in using data processing technologies such as Apache Spark or Kafka.
- Workflow Management: Familiarity with orchestration and scheduling tools like Apache Airflow.
- Experience with data reporting and visualization tools (e.g., MicroStrategy, Tableau) and data cataloging tools (e.g., Alation).
- Experience with Agile data engineering principles and methodologies
- Exceptional problem-solving skills and willingness to learn new concepts, methods, and technologies.
- Strong understanding of ELT methodologies and tools.
- Experience in data warehousing and familiarity with data warehousing concepts and terminologies.
- Capable of troubleshooting and conducting root cause analysis to address and resolve data issues effectively.
- Analyze and develop physical database designs, data models and metadata
- Communication: Outstanding communication skills, coupled with strong problem-solving, organizational, and analytical abilities.
What to Expect as Part of MassMutual and the Team
Regular collaboration with the Data Platform Data Engineering team.
Focused one-on-one time with your manager to support your development.
Access to mentorship opportunities within and outside the team.
Networking opportunities including access to diverse Business Resource Groups.
Engage with learning content on Degreed and other platforms to enhance your skills.
Your ethical values will be appreciated in a company known for its strong ethical standards, offering industry-leading pay and benefits.
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MassMutual is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply. Note: Veterans are welcome to apply, regardless of their discharge status.If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us and share the specifics of the assistance you need.
MassMutual will accept applications on an ongoing basis until such time as a candidate has been offered employment. The job description includes the main duties of this position, which may evolve over time. You may be required to perform other duties not listed.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.
Salary Range: $113,100.00-$148,400.00
Hiring Process
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Interview
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Offer
If you are extended an offer to join MassMutual and accept, your start will be contingent upon a satisfactory background check.
Hire
If you accept the offer, we will be so excited to welcome you to the MassMutual community!
If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us and share the specifics of the assistance you need.
By the numbers*
- 88% of employee respondents say they are proud to work at MassMutual
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% of employee respondents say they feel encouraged to bring forth new ideas - 86% of employee respondents say MassMutual cares about and supports the well-being of their employees
*Source: 2024 MassMutual employee engagement survey
Award-Winning Culture
MassMutual is guided by a single purpose: We help people secure their future and protect the ones they love. As a company operated for the benefit of our members and participating policyowners, we are defined by mutuality and our vision to provide financial well-being for all Americans. It’s more than our company structure — it’s our way of life. We are a company of people protecting people. Our company exists because people are willing to share risk and resources and rely on each other when it counts.
We strive to embrace diversity in every sense, focusing on building a thriving community where everyone is valued, included, and feels that they belong.
At MassMutual, we Live Mutual.
How We Work
MassMutual’s flexible workplace approach combines the importance of connecting in person and the flexibility of working remotely. Our hybrid model puts collaboration first with employees coming in at least three days per week to our spectacular campus settings and also enjoying the flexibility of remote Fridays, company-wide remote weeks, and a bank of flexible remote weeks to use throughout the year.
Benefits for the whole you (and your loved ones)
There’s more to your life than your job and there’s more to your aspirations than a paycheck. We take a holistic view of compensation and benefits that provides the flexibility to create a healthy balance in your life for work, family, and community. We offer the benefits you’d expect, like medical, dental, 401(k), and generous vacation time, but we also offer ones you might not expect, like three paid days for volunteering, a $1,250 annual Well-Being Wallet, and up to 320 hours of caregiver leave.
Explore some of our offerings below. Benefit details can be found here.
Why MassMutual?
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where we work
Springfield Office
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