Data Systems Engineer

Post Date

Apr 29, 2026

Location

Roanoke,
Virginia

ZIP/Postal Code

24011
US
Jul 12, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Computer Engineering

Req #

RIC-cc0e0de2-81da-40b3-b066-e01f055a88be

Pay Rate

$110k - $120k (estimate)

Job Description

The Data Systems Engineer will play a key role in designing, transforming, and supporting cloud based data pipelines and platforms while working closely with leadership and analytics teams. This role aligns with modern data engineering practices and emphasizes strong SQL and Python skills, cloud based data transformation, and scalable data ingestion and modeling. The Data Systems Engineer will design and maintain cloud based data pipelines, build and optimize ETL/ELT workflows, and use SQL and Python to transform, validate, and model data for analytics and downstream consumption. Responsibilities include supporting dbt based transformations, integrating data from multiple sources including APIs, collaborating with platform and analytics teams to improve data architecture and performance, ensuring data quality and governance best practices, and contributing to enterprise analytics and AI enablement initiatives by improving data reliability, accessibility, and overall architecture. Salary $110,000-120,000.

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Required Skills & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field
Strong SQL and Python experience
Hands on experience with ETL/ELT processes
Experience working in cloud based data environments
Ability to work independently while supporting cross functional technical teams

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

dbt experience
Snowflake experience preferred
Familiarity with data modeling and ingestion frameworks
Experience with APIs and integrating multiple data sources
Exposure to Epic data environments
Experience with AI tools, Copilot, or automation within data pipelines
Relevant certifications (cloud, data, or analytics focused)

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.