Data Engineer I - Data Platform

First Citizens Bank is hiring a remote Data Engineer I to support the Data Platform Engineering Organization. In this role, you will build and operate scalable, cloud-based data solutions that enable analytics and data-driven decision-making.

Role Responsibilities

• Design, build, and support scalable data pipelines and cloud-based data solutions using AWS Services, Snowflake, dbt, Python, SQL, and related technologies.
• Develop data warehouse solutions, dimensional data models, and ETL/ELT processes to support reporting, analytics, and business intelligence.
• Implement data quality validations, test cases, and controls to maintain accurate, consistent, and reliable data assets.
• Develop and maintain data tests, including dbt tests, aligned to data quality and reliability requirements.
• Support workflow orchestration, monitoring, troubleshooting, log analysis, and production operations using Airflow and cloud-native technologies.
• Collaborate with business users, product partners, analysts, and technology teams to deliver data solutions aligned to business objectives.
• Follow established engineering standards, development practices, documentation requirements, and testing procedures to support high-quality delivery.
• Participate in pipeline deployments, environment promotion activities, operational support, and performance optimization using established CI/CD processes.
• Use AI-powered development and productivity tools to improve engineering efficiency, code quality, and delivery outcomes.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and 1 year of experience.
• OR High School Diploma or GED/Equivalent and 5 years of experience.
• Preferred area of study: Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or a related field.
• Preferred area of experience: Data engineering, database management, or related work, including experience with cloud-based data platforms and big data technologies.

Additional Requirements

• Experience with enterprise ETL/ELT tools such as DataStage, SAP BODS, SSIS, Informatica, or equivalent.
• Experience with Operational Data Stores (ODS), analytics platforms, and data products.
• Experience working with both cloud-based and on-premises data environments.
• Exposure to Data Vault modeling and modern data warehousing methodologies.
• Understanding of data governance, security, compliance, and data quality management practices.
• Experience in Financial Services, Banking, or other highly regulated industries.
• Familiarity with Tableau, Power BI, or other analytics and visualization platforms.
• Experience using AI-powered development and productivity tools to improve engineering efficiency and delivery outcomes.
• Certification examples include: AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, AWS Certified Developer – Associate, AWS Certified Data Engineer – Associate, SnowPro Core Certification, or equivalent cloud and data platform certifications.

Technology Stack

AWS Services, Snowflake, dbt, Python, SQL, Airflow, CI/CD, DataStage, SAP BODS, SSIS, Informatica, Data Vault, Tableau, Power BI

Benefits

Benefits are an integral part of total rewards. More information is available at https://jobs.firstcitizens.com/benefits.

Remote Work Information

• This is a remote role that may only be hired in the following location(s): North Carolina, Arizona, Florida, and Texas.