Sr. Data Engineer

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At Traction Ag, we're not just redefining farm management; we're revolutionizing it through our all-encompassing, cloud-based software solutions. With an innovative and forward-thinking approach that seamlessly integrates farm accounting, payroll, and a suite of agronomic tools and empowers progressive farmers to unlock true operational efficiency and profitability, we're setting new standards in the industry. Our commitment lies in providing unparalleled insights into the cost of production, inventory tracking, and detailed profitability analysis, all designed to elevate the modern agricultural enterprise.

Traction Ag is seeking a Sr. Data Engineer to join our growing Engineering team. As a Data Engineer, you will write software for our farm management platform.  Our solutions encompass a broad range of mobile, web, and loT technologies, combining operational data, financials, and machine data to enable control, visibility, and actionable insight into large-scale agricultural operations.  The ideal candidate should have a passion for innovation and making an impact in an industry responsible for feeding the world’s population.

What You’ll Do

  • Develop and support third-party integrations
  • Develop and support ETL data processing jobs to process customer data
  • Work with our agile team to develop new Rest APIs
  • Build internal data visualization dashboards for system observability and support tooling.
  • Perform analysis and design of our application SQL queries
  • Produce scripts to clean, update, and backfill production data as needed
  • Perform data analysis as needed 

How You’ll Qualify

  • Working experience with Java, JavaScript, and Python
  • Working experience with databases like MySQL, Oracle, and PostgreSQL using persistence frameworks
  • Experience working with agile teams and working with business users to gather, share, and analyze requirements, designs, and solutions
  • Perform basic and advanced processing tasks for Geospatial needs 
  • Build databases from imagery and cartographic/digital sources
  • Review, interpret, and utilize established production processes
  • Perform map production tasks
  • Write Geoprocessing Python and SQL scripts
  • Knowledge of AWS and other cloud services platforms
  • Familiarity with big data concepts and technologies
  • A passion for revolutionizing the agriculture industry!
  • Problem Solving: Use rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions; probe all fruitful sources for answers; see hidden problems; excellent at honest analysis; looks beyond the obvious and doesn’t stop at the first answer.
  • Communication Skills: These are demonstrated by expressing concepts, techniques, thoughts, and ideas clearly and concisely in both oral and written forms while interacting with team members, managers, project stakeholders, etc. 
  • Initiative/Drive for Results: Exhibited by enthusiastically starting and following through on a software engineering work task. Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom-line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.

What We Offer

  • Competitive Compensation and Benefits: We offer a robust package that includes competitive salaries, health benefits, and retirement plans tailored to ensure the well-being of our team members.
  • Technology-Driven Workspace: Embrace the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies that are shaping the future of farm management. Our tools and software are designed to revolutionize how our clients handle farm accounting and management tasks, giving you the experience to grow in a tech-focused environment.
  • Impactful Work: Every task you undertake as a Sr. Data Engineer directly improves the profitability and efficiency of farms across the region. Your efforts help farmers dramatically reduce time spent on administrative tasks, leading to more time in the field and with their families, enhancing their quality of life.
  • Team Collaboration and Support: Work within a team that values collaboration and support. At Traction Ag, we are not just colleagues; we are passionate professionals who share ideas and solutions, helping each other achieve collective and individual goals.
  • Work-life balance: We understand the importance of balancing personal life and professional commitments. Traction Ag supports this with flexible working arrangements, ensuring you can be at your best both at work and home.

Traction Ag, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to fostering a diverse work environment where all employees are valued and respected. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive atmosphere for people of every race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, and all other unique characteristics that make each of our team members exceptional.

We believe in providing equal opportunities for employment, growth, and advancement for everyone. We recognize that our company thrives when we embrace the richness of ideas and perspectives that come from a diverse workforce. At Traction Ag, hiring, promotions, and career development decisions are based solely on qualifications, performance, skills, and experience.

We're committed to ensuring that all employment practices are free from any discrimination. If you share our passion for pioneering advancement in farm management software and possess a drive to turn challenges into opportunities, we would love to hear from you.