Institutional Data Engineer
Job Description
Design and deliver enterprise institutional data capabilities that support reliable analytics and reporting.
Responsibilities
- Deliver scalable, dependable access to institutional data.
- Enhance data accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
- Modernize the institution’s analytics capabilities.
Requirements
- Knowledge of higher education data structures, business processes, and institutional research methodologies.
- Ability to follow directions and communicate effectively with colleagues and supervisors.
- Ability to collaborate across distributed, cross-functional teams.
Technologies
- SQL
- Relational databases
- ETL/ELT technologies
- Data warehousing
- IBM DataStorage
- Informatica
- SSIS
- Cognos
- Tableau
- PowerBI
- Oracle
- SQL Server
- PostgreSQL
- Data warehouse concepts
- Dimensional modeling
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Information Systems, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field.
- Strong proficiency in ETL tools (e.g., IBM DataStorage, Informatica, SSIS) and BI tools (e.g., Cognos, Tableau, PowerBI), including recommended configuration and security practices in hardware and cloud-based server environments.
- Strong proficiency in SQL for data querying, transformation, and optimization.
- Experience with relational databases such as Oracle, SQL Server, or PostgreSQL.
- Familiarity with data warehouse concepts and dimensional modeling.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Experience working in a higher education or public sector environment.
- Experience working with enterprise data systems (e.g., HR, Finance, Student Information, Learning Management) and large-scale institutional datasets.
Benefits
- Health and Life Insurance
- Retirement Programs
- Paid Tuition
- Dependent Scholarships
- Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development Opportunities
Additional Information
- Location: Richland County, SC (onsite)
- Job Close Date: 10/31/2026
- Applications accepted only if submitted by October 31, 2026
- After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time
- Recruitment and screening timeline may vary by position
- Selected applicants will be contacted by phone or email
- Apply: https://apptrkr.com/9836071
- EEO Statement: The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions
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