Associate Data Engineer
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Job ID: 9620
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Business Unit: MTA Headquarters
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Location: New York, NY, United States
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Regular/Temporary: Regular
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Department: Information & Warehouse Mgt
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Date Posted: Dec 18, 2024
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Description
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JOB TITLE : Associate Data Engineer
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SALARY RANGE : $99,673 - $117,647
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HAY POINTS : 393
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DEPT/DIV: Information Technology / Products
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SUPERVISOR : Deputy Chief Information and Warehouse Management
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LOCATION : Various/ 2 Broadway New York, NY 10004
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HOURS OF WORK : 9:00 am - 5:30 pm/7.5 hrs. or as required.
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DEADLINE : Open Until filled
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This position is eligible for telework which is currently two days per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective date of hire.
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SUMMARY :
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This role elicits and documents requirements for small-scale software development and change initiatives. Codes, tests, and documents low-complexity software programs/scripts within a supplied design. Conducts agreed software maintenance tasks, maintains documentation, and applies procedures to identify and resolve routine software issues.
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RESPONSIBILITIES
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Demonstrates fundamental awareness of agreed models, methods, and tools for requirements management, software development, and testing. Elicits and documents requirements for small-scale changes and assists with more complex change initiatives. Codes, tests, and documents low-complexity software programs/scripts within a supplied design.
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Demonstrates fundamental awareness of IT project and product frameworks, methodologies, and tools. Completes assigned project tasks using agreed tools and process and develops simple plans for a specific aspect of a project.
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Capable of conducting agreed software maintenance tasks, maintains documentation, and applies procedures to identify and resolve routine software issues.
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Designs simple test cases, test scripts and test data, and automates repeatable tasks working to specified requirements. Executes and reports on testing activities in accordance with test plans.
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Creates storyboards, wireframes, and functional prototypes using agreed tools and techniques.
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Capable of applying established process and tools to administer, log, and report on configuration items. Audits low-complexity software systems for adherence to configuration standards.
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Examines software systems to verify that defined quality and safety assurance activities have been conducted. Collects evidence for formal system audits.
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Assists with routine communication between the organization and suppliers, and the collection of supplier performance data.
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Continuously develops and maintains fundamental knowledge of agreed models, methods, and tools for requirements management, software development, and testing.
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Travel may be required to other MTA locations or other external sites.
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May need to work outside of normal work hours supporting 24/7 operations (i.e., evenings and weekends).
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Performs other duties and tasks as assigned.
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Observing the work performed by the contractor.
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Regular and reliable attendance is expected and required.
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Reviewing invoices and approving them if the work had contractual standards
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Addressing performance issues with the contractor when possible
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Escalating issues to other parties as needed
nTechnical Skills:
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Fundamental knowledge of employing a set of rules and syntax that define how code is written, organized, and interpreted or compiled.
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Fundamental knowledge of executing a program or system with the intent of finding defects and ensuring that it meets the specified requirements.
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Fundamental programming experience with language(s), including but not limited to Ruby, Python, Java, C, C++, C#, COBOL, SQL, Net, DBA, JavaScript.
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Fundamental Awareness with the Oracle platform.
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Fundamental familiarity with the following vendor-specific platforms: including but not limited to: Azure, AWS, Windows Server platforms, RESTful APIs, or Linux).
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Fundamental experience administering and developing work flows and specialized UIs.
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Fundamental awareness of data structures and algorithms, database management.
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Fundamental awareness of cybersecurity, including encryption and authentication.
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Fundamental awareness of cloud computing.
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Fundamental awareness in coding software alerting & notifications.
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Fundamental experience resolving code defects & developing small enhancements.
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Fundamental awareness in continuous delivery processes, distributed monitoring & logging, distributed tracing & analysis, operation response automation, and product telemetry.
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Fundamental awareness in development techniques (e.g., OOO), DevOps engineering practices, DevSecOps Lifecycle (Secure SDLC), and the Agile framework.
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Fundamental awareness in full-stack development, mobile development, web development, site reliability engineering, technology-specific frameworks and solution design
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May need to work outside of normal work hours (i.e., evenings and weekends)
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Travel may be required to other MTA locations or other external sites.
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EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
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Qualifications:
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Behavioral Skills:
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Capable of active listening, attention to detail, customer service, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
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Works independently and strategically.
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Capable of identifying and analyzing risks and developing effective mitigation strategies.
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Basic skillset to understand various technologies, systems, and potential risks.
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Capable in critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
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Capable in interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with both technical and non-technical peers.
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Capable of assisting multiple projects simultaneously and prioritizing tasks based on urgency and impact.
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Fundamental awareness with hands-on experience with related tools.
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Capable of working under pressure and meeting deadlines individually and collaboratively. Thinks logically, assesses problems, and is results-oriented.
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Capable in identifying business and technology risks and associated vulnerabilities.
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Capable in communicating effectively, both orally and in writing, to interact with team members, customers, management, and support personnel (technical and non-technical)
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Adept in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees at all levels within the organization, and with both internal and external customers.
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Competencies:
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Core Competency
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Proficiency Level
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Competency Definition
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Collaborates
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Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
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Cultivates Innovation
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Creating new and better ways for the organization to be successful
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Customer Focus
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Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions
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Communicates Effectively
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Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences
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Tech Savvy
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Fundamental Awareness
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Anticipating and adopting innovations in business-building digital
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and technology applications
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Technical Skills
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Fundamental Awareness
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Specialized knowledge and expertise on tools, programs, domains, platforms, and products used for specific tasks
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Values Diversity
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Adept
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Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization
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OTHER INFORMATION:
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Under the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”).
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Equal Employment Opportunity
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MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including those concerning veteran status and individuals with disabilities.
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The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.