Synchrony
Overview
Role: AVP, Principal Data Engineer at Synchrony. Lead the development of a consumer-centric, low-latency analytic environment leveraging data technologies and transforming legacy systems. This role is fast-paced, dynamic, and influential in high-level decisions across Synchrony. Essential Responsibilities
Design, develop and lead data engineering applications in highly agile and fast-moving teams. Lead a data engineering team and contribute individually when required. Implement ETL/ELT on big data platforms (Cloudera Hadoop cluster) / containers using Ab Initio, Spark, Hive, Kafka, RDBMS (Oracle, MySQL), NoSQL databases (Cassandra), and public cloud solutions. Responsible for design, development, testing oversight and production implementation. Experience with batch and real-time data pipelines in a DevOps environment using Ab Initio and Spark. Collaborate with Product Owners, Product Managers, Program Managers, and Scrum Masters in a Scaled Agile framework. Partner with architects to design data applications with scalability, resiliency and speed. Lead data engineering team to drive program delivery. Drive technical development and application standards across enterprise data lake and data warehouse. Communicate expectations; plan, monitor, and appraise results; coach, counsel, and develop employees; enforce policies and productivity standards. Collaborate across cross-functional teams to improve and deliver on business objectives. Apply technical knowledge and insights to contribute to the development and execution of engineering capabilities. Stay up-to-date on data engineering trends, promote automation, and reduce redundancy with innovative frameworks. Mentor and coach the team to promote Synchrony values and culture. Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned. Qualifications/Requirements
Bachelor's degree preferred in Computer Science, Engineering or related field with 4 to 5 years of work experience in ELT/ETL/Data warehousing and large-scale data environments (e.g., Cloudera) with AWS or other public cloud; tools may include Ab Initio, Spark, Hive, Kafka, RDBMS (Oracle, MySQL). In lieu of a degree, a related certification and 8 to 9 years of work experience with exposure to large-scale data environments. Desired Characteristics
Prior experience as a Data Engineering Technical Lead in a Scaled Agile framework. Strong understanding of ETL, data warehousing, data lakes (Hadoop & Spark) and analytics concepts. Experience owning multiple mission-critical applications on a data platform. Experience with batch and real-time data pipelines in a DevOps environment. Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment with globally located Agile teams and varying shifts. Ability to develop and maintain collaboration with IT and Business stakeholders. Excellent written and oral communication; ability to present complex topics, influence, and drive timely follow-through. Experience designing ETL pipelines for automated data loads into AWS S3 & Redshift. Prior experience in Credit Card/Banking/FinTech environments and handling sensitive data in regulated contexts. Demonstrated implementation of complex and innovative solutions; publications in data engineering are a plus. Nice to have AWS Solutions Architect / Data Engineer certification. Be a team-first leader who motivates and sets an example. Grade/Level & Compensation
Grade/Level: 11. The salary range for this position is 110,000.00 - 185,000.00 USD Annual and is eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance. Actual compensation offered will be based on experience, skill level, and knowledge. Salaries are adjusted according to market in CA, NY Metro and Seattle. Eligibility & Compliance
You must be 18 years or older. You must have a high school diploma or equivalent. You must be willing to take a drug test, undergo a background investigation and provide fingerprints as part of onboarding. You must satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act. New hires (Level 4-7) must have 9 months of continuous service before posting on other roles; minimum 6 months time in position before posting for future non-exempt roles. Level 8 or greater require at least 18 months in position. All internal employees must meet performance expectations and obtain manager/HR approval to post. Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. Synchrony does not sponsor visas now or in the future. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Our Commitment
When you join us, you’ll be part of an inclusive culture where your skills and voice are valued. We’re building a future where everyone belongs, connects, and turns ideas into action. More than 50% of our workforce participates in Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). Reasonable Accommodation Notice
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require accommodation to apply or perform your job. Examples include changes to the application process or work procedures, documents in alternate formats, sign language interpreters, or specialized equipment. For accommodations, contact our Career Support Line at 1-866-301-5627. Representatives are available 8am – 5pm Central Time, Monday to Friday. Job Family Group: Information Technology
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Role: AVP, Principal Data Engineer at Synchrony. Lead the development of a consumer-centric, low-latency analytic environment leveraging data technologies and transforming legacy systems. This role is fast-paced, dynamic, and influential in high-level decisions across Synchrony. Essential Responsibilities
Design, develop and lead data engineering applications in highly agile and fast-moving teams. Lead a data engineering team and contribute individually when required. Implement ETL/ELT on big data platforms (Cloudera Hadoop cluster) / containers using Ab Initio, Spark, Hive, Kafka, RDBMS (Oracle, MySQL), NoSQL databases (Cassandra), and public cloud solutions. Responsible for design, development, testing oversight and production implementation. Experience with batch and real-time data pipelines in a DevOps environment using Ab Initio and Spark. Collaborate with Product Owners, Product Managers, Program Managers, and Scrum Masters in a Scaled Agile framework. Partner with architects to design data applications with scalability, resiliency and speed. Lead data engineering team to drive program delivery. Drive technical development and application standards across enterprise data lake and data warehouse. Communicate expectations; plan, monitor, and appraise results; coach, counsel, and develop employees; enforce policies and productivity standards. Collaborate across cross-functional teams to improve and deliver on business objectives. Apply technical knowledge and insights to contribute to the development and execution of engineering capabilities. Stay up-to-date on data engineering trends, promote automation, and reduce redundancy with innovative frameworks. Mentor and coach the team to promote Synchrony values and culture. Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned. Qualifications/Requirements
Bachelor's degree preferred in Computer Science, Engineering or related field with 4 to 5 years of work experience in ELT/ETL/Data warehousing and large-scale data environments (e.g., Cloudera) with AWS or other public cloud; tools may include Ab Initio, Spark, Hive, Kafka, RDBMS (Oracle, MySQL). In lieu of a degree, a related certification and 8 to 9 years of work experience with exposure to large-scale data environments. Desired Characteristics
Prior experience as a Data Engineering Technical Lead in a Scaled Agile framework. Strong understanding of ETL, data warehousing, data lakes (Hadoop & Spark) and analytics concepts. Experience owning multiple mission-critical applications on a data platform. Experience with batch and real-time data pipelines in a DevOps environment. Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment with globally located Agile teams and varying shifts. Ability to develop and maintain collaboration with IT and Business stakeholders. Excellent written and oral communication; ability to present complex topics, influence, and drive timely follow-through. Experience designing ETL pipelines for automated data loads into AWS S3 & Redshift. Prior experience in Credit Card/Banking/FinTech environments and handling sensitive data in regulated contexts. Demonstrated implementation of complex and innovative solutions; publications in data engineering are a plus. Nice to have AWS Solutions Architect / Data Engineer certification. Be a team-first leader who motivates and sets an example. Grade/Level & Compensation
Grade/Level: 11. The salary range for this position is 110,000.00 - 185,000.00 USD Annual and is eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance. Actual compensation offered will be based on experience, skill level, and knowledge. Salaries are adjusted according to market in CA, NY Metro and Seattle. Eligibility & Compliance
You must be 18 years or older. You must have a high school diploma or equivalent. You must be willing to take a drug test, undergo a background investigation and provide fingerprints as part of onboarding. You must satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act. New hires (Level 4-7) must have 9 months of continuous service before posting on other roles; minimum 6 months time in position before posting for future non-exempt roles. Level 8 or greater require at least 18 months in position. All internal employees must meet performance expectations and obtain manager/HR approval to post. Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. Synchrony does not sponsor visas now or in the future. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Our Commitment
When you join us, you’ll be part of an inclusive culture where your skills and voice are valued. We’re building a future where everyone belongs, connects, and turns ideas into action. More than 50% of our workforce participates in Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). Reasonable Accommodation Notice
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require accommodation to apply or perform your job. Examples include changes to the application process or work procedures, documents in alternate formats, sign language interpreters, or specialized equipment. For accommodations, contact our Career Support Line at 1-866-301-5627. Representatives are available 8am – 5pm Central Time, Monday to Friday. Job Family Group: Information Technology
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