Strategic Data Systems, Inc.
Overview
Posted: 07th October, 2025 W2 or C2C - Onsite in Cincinnati, Ohio. Local candidates will be considered first. For more than three decades, Strategic Data Systems (SDS) has been a software consultancy firm specializing in strategy, technology, and business transformation for Fortune 100 companies, mid-sized firms, and startups. At SDS, we empower our development teams to address our clients' critical business challenges by leveraging cutting edge technologies. If you seek a workplace where your contributions are truly appreciated, then SDS is the company for you. Join us today to work alongside fellow development specialists and become a crucial part of our dynamic and cohesive community. Job Title:
Senior Data Engineer Location:
Cincinnati, OH (Blue Ash) — Onsite 4 days per week Client:
National Grocery Retailer Position Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled
Senior Data Engineer
to join the client’s
Enterprise Data & Analytics team . This hands-on engineering role focuses on building and scaling the organization’s
behavioral and eCommerce data platform , enabling trusted, AI-ready data products across marketing, personalization, and analytics domains. You will architect and deliver
robust, high-performance pipelines
using
Azure Synapse, Databricks, and Spark , while modeling
large-scale event data
for advanced analytics, BI enablement, and machine learning. The ideal candidate combines strong technical depth with a business-first mindset, ensuring that engineering decisions drive measurable impact. Core Responsibilities
Design, develop, and optimize
scalable ELT/ETL data pipelines
leveraging
Azure Synapse, Databricks, and PySpark . Build and manage
data lakehouse architectures
for high-volume eCommerce, marketing, and behavioral datasets. Model complex event-level data (clickstream, transactions, campaign interactions) to power
dashboards, A/B testing, ML models , and
marketing activation . Implement
Delta Lake optimization
and
Databricks Workflows
for performance and reliability. Partner with architects and business analysts to deliver
reusable, high-quality data models
for BI and self-service analytics. Ensure
data lineage, governance, and compliance
using
Unity Catalog
and tools like
Alation . Collaborate with
data scientists
to productionize and operationalize datasets for ML and predictive analytics. Validate and reconcile behavioral data with
Adobe Analytics
and
Customer Journey Analytics (CJA)
to ensure accuracy. Maintain
semantic models
for Power BI dashboards, supporting self-service and advanced analytical insights. Actively participate in
Agile delivery : sprint planning, backlog refinement, technical documentation, and code reviews. Required Qualifications
7+ years
of experience in data engineering, data architecture, or similar roles. Expertise in
Databricks ,
Azure Synapse ,
Delta Lake , and
Spark-based data processing . Strong SQL proficiency for
data transformation and performance tuning . Deep experience with
modern data architectures
(Lakehouse, ELT, streaming). Proven track record in handling
behavioral/eCommerce datasets
and analytics use cases. Hands-on experience with
Unity Catalog
and metadata governance tools (e.g., Alation). Experience with
Adobe Analytics / CJA
data validation preferred. Familiarity with
Power BI ,
Python , and
data orchestration tools
(ADF, Airflow). Strong communication skills with the ability to bridge business needs and engineering solutions. Experience in
Agile environments
with proven leadership in technical delivery. Preferred Certifications
Microsoft Certified:
Azure Data Engineer Associate Databricks Certified:
Data Engineer Professional What You'll Get
SDS, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Competitive base salary Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage Optional life and disability insurance provided 401(k) with a company match and optional profit sharing Paid vacation time Paid Bench time Training allowance offering You\'ll be eligible to earn referral bonuses! Apply For Job
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Posted: 07th October, 2025 W2 or C2C - Onsite in Cincinnati, Ohio. Local candidates will be considered first. For more than three decades, Strategic Data Systems (SDS) has been a software consultancy firm specializing in strategy, technology, and business transformation for Fortune 100 companies, mid-sized firms, and startups. At SDS, we empower our development teams to address our clients' critical business challenges by leveraging cutting edge technologies. If you seek a workplace where your contributions are truly appreciated, then SDS is the company for you. Join us today to work alongside fellow development specialists and become a crucial part of our dynamic and cohesive community. Job Title:
Senior Data Engineer Location:
Cincinnati, OH (Blue Ash) — Onsite 4 days per week Client:
National Grocery Retailer Position Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled
Senior Data Engineer
to join the client’s
Enterprise Data & Analytics team . This hands-on engineering role focuses on building and scaling the organization’s
behavioral and eCommerce data platform , enabling trusted, AI-ready data products across marketing, personalization, and analytics domains. You will architect and deliver
robust, high-performance pipelines
using
Azure Synapse, Databricks, and Spark , while modeling
large-scale event data
for advanced analytics, BI enablement, and machine learning. The ideal candidate combines strong technical depth with a business-first mindset, ensuring that engineering decisions drive measurable impact. Core Responsibilities
Design, develop, and optimize
scalable ELT/ETL data pipelines
leveraging
Azure Synapse, Databricks, and PySpark . Build and manage
data lakehouse architectures
for high-volume eCommerce, marketing, and behavioral datasets. Model complex event-level data (clickstream, transactions, campaign interactions) to power
dashboards, A/B testing, ML models , and
marketing activation . Implement
Delta Lake optimization
and
Databricks Workflows
for performance and reliability. Partner with architects and business analysts to deliver
reusable, high-quality data models
for BI and self-service analytics. Ensure
data lineage, governance, and compliance
using
Unity Catalog
and tools like
Alation . Collaborate with
data scientists
to productionize and operationalize datasets for ML and predictive analytics. Validate and reconcile behavioral data with
Adobe Analytics
and
Customer Journey Analytics (CJA)
to ensure accuracy. Maintain
semantic models
for Power BI dashboards, supporting self-service and advanced analytical insights. Actively participate in
Agile delivery : sprint planning, backlog refinement, technical documentation, and code reviews. Required Qualifications
7+ years
of experience in data engineering, data architecture, or similar roles. Expertise in
Databricks ,
Azure Synapse ,
Delta Lake , and
Spark-based data processing . Strong SQL proficiency for
data transformation and performance tuning . Deep experience with
modern data architectures
(Lakehouse, ELT, streaming). Proven track record in handling
behavioral/eCommerce datasets
and analytics use cases. Hands-on experience with
Unity Catalog
and metadata governance tools (e.g., Alation). Experience with
Adobe Analytics / CJA
data validation preferred. Familiarity with
Power BI ,
Python , and
data orchestration tools
(ADF, Airflow). Strong communication skills with the ability to bridge business needs and engineering solutions. Experience in
Agile environments
with proven leadership in technical delivery. Preferred Certifications
Microsoft Certified:
Azure Data Engineer Associate Databricks Certified:
Data Engineer Professional What You'll Get
SDS, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Competitive base salary Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage Optional life and disability insurance provided 401(k) with a company match and optional profit sharing Paid vacation time Paid Bench time Training allowance offering You\'ll be eligible to earn referral bonuses! Apply For Job
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