Sr Data Engineer at Target

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Retail, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • 4 year degree or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of software development experience preferably in data engineering/Hadoop development (Hive, Spark etc.)
  • Hands on Experience in Object Oriented or functional programming such as Scala / Java / Python
  • Knowledge or experience with a variety of database technologies (Postgres, Cassandra, SQL Server)
  • Knowledge with design of data integration using API and streaming technologies (Kafka) as well as ETL and other data Integration patterns
  • Experience with cloud platforms like Google Cloud, AWS, or Azure (Hands on Experience on BigQuery will be an added advantage)

Responsibilities

  • Assess client needs and convert business requirements into business intelligence (BI) solutions roadmap relating to complex issues involving long-term or multi-work streams
  • Analyze technical issues and questions identifying data needs and delivery mechanisms
  • Implement data structures using best practices in data modeling, ETL/ELT processes, Spark, Scala, SQL, database, and OLAP technologies
  • Manage overall development cycle, driving best practices and ensuring development of high quality code for common assets and framework components
  • Develop test-driven solutions and provide technical guidance and heavily contribute to a team of high caliber Data Engineers by developing test-driven solutions and BI Applications that can be deployed quickly and in an automated fashion
  • Manage and execute against agile plans and set deadlines based on client, business, and technical requirements
  • Drive resolution of technology roadblocks including code, infrastructure, build, deployment, and operations
  • Ensure all code adheres to development & security standards

Skills

Data Engineering
Data Warehousing
Agile
Open Source

Target

Retailer offering diverse consumer goods

About Target

Target Corporation is a retail company that offers a wide range of products, including clothing, electronics, home goods, and groceries, through nearly 2,000 stores and an online platform. Its "Design For All" philosophy allows it to provide high-quality, affordable products that cater to diverse customer needs. Target differentiates itself from competitors with its owned brands and the Target Circle loyalty program, which enhances customer engagement. The company's goal is to support sustainability and community initiatives by giving back 5% of its profits to local communities.

Minneapolis, MinnesotaHeadquarters
2005Year Founded
N/ACompany Stage
Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation
401(k) Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts

Risks

Increased competition from online-only retailers like Amazon threatens Target's market share.
Rising labor costs due to new minimum wage laws could impact profit margins.
Supply chain vulnerabilities from geopolitical tensions may affect inventory and pricing strategies.

Differentiation

Target's 'Design For All' philosophy offers unique, high-quality products at affordable prices.
The Target Circle loyalty program enhances customer engagement and shopping experience.
Target's commitment to sustainability and community support sets it apart from competitors.

Upsides

Experiential retail and 'retailtainment' strategies can boost customer engagement and foot traffic.
Augmented reality integration offers immersive shopping experiences showcasing Target's unique designs.
Omnichannel retail strategies enhance customer experience by integrating online and offline shopping.

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