JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

The Data Engineer designs, builds, and maintains the pipelines, integrations, and frameworks that move and transform data across the enterprise. This role ensures that data is efficiently ingested, cleansed, and stored in medallion-tiered lakehouses (Bronze, Silver, Gold) to support reliable, scalable analytics and reporting.

ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Design, develop, and maintain ETL/ELT pipelines for internal and external data sources using Azure and related platforms.
• Implement orchestration, scheduling, and monitoring for high-availability data flows.
• Ensure data quality through validation, testing, logging, and automated monitoring.
• Optimize storage, partitioning, and compute performance in Fabric Lakehouse and associated environments.
• Collaborate with the Data Architect to align implementation with enterprise data models, governance, and standards.
• Partner with Analysts to deliver curated, trusted, and performant datasets for business intelligence and advanced analytics.
• Apply CI/CD practices for data workflows, including version control and automated deployment.
• Maintain documentation of data flows, schemas, and processes, and support team knowledge sharing.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned, within scope of responsibilities.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Minimum education required of the position

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Engineering, or related field.

Minimum experience required of the position

• 3–6 years of professional experience in data engineering, ETL development, or similar role.
• Demonstrated experience with cloud-based data platforms (Oracle, Fabric, Databricks, Synapse, or equivalent).
• Preferred: Experience in utilities, energy, or regulated industries

Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities preferred of the position 

• Strong proficiency in SQL and Python (PySpark or Scala a plus).
• Solid understanding of data modeling principles, performance optimization, and
• Familiarity with orchestration tools (Azure Data Factory, Fabric Pipelines, or large-scale data handling. similar). 

Preferred:

• Exposure to medallion/lakehouse architectures
• Knowledge of DevOps practices for data (Git, CI/CD pipelines)
• Relevant certification (e.g., Azure Data Engineer Associate)

Any certificates, licenses, etc. required for the position

• None

Physical Requirements

• Able to operate a personal computer, either desktop or laptop.
• Able to sit for extended periods of time.
• Able to operate a copy machine, fax machine, calculator, telephone and other miscellaneous office equipment.
• Able to exert up to 10 Lbs. of force occasionally, and /or a minimal amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push or otherwise move objects.

Working Conditions

The Physical Demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the Accountabilities and Essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned, within your scope of responsibilities.
• Job duties are performed in a normal and clean office environment with normal noise levels.
• Work is predominately done while standing or sitting.
• The ability to comprehend, document, calculate, visualize and analyze are required.
• Able to work regular hours, with occasional overtime.

About Delta Utilities

Delta Utilities is a natural gas utility headquartered in New Orleans that provides safe, reliable natural gas services across Louisiana and Mississippi. We understand the value of dependable energy and our important role in building stronger, more resilient communities. Once all announced transactions are complete, Delta Utilities is a $1.7 billion organization representing 600,000 customers and among the top 40 natural gas utilities in the United States.

 Delta Utilities acquired CenterPoint Energy's natural gas utility operations in Louisiana and Mississippi in April 2025 and acquired Entergy's natural gas utilities in Baton Rouge and New Orleans in summer 2025.

 Delta Utilities is regulated by the Louisiana Public Service Commission, the Mississippi Public Service Commission, and the New Orleans City Council. We work closely with our regulatory agencies to deliver safe and reliable natural gas service and maintain fair rates for our customers.

 Learn more at https://deltautilities.com.

Delta Utilities and associated entities are equal-opportunity employers.  We do not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis or any protected class under federal, state, or local law.

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