Sr. Data Engineer

CNA
Chicago, IL

You have a clear vision of where your career can go. And we have the leadership to help you get there. At CNA we strive to create a culture in which people know they matter and are part of something important ensuring the abilities of all employees are used to their fullest potential.

An individual contributor role that provides a high level of expertise in the design development and integration of strategic high-priority data applications across the entire software development lifecycle (Agile). This role may also provide guidance to others to support the building of complex technical capabilities.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Performs a combination of duties in accordance with departmental guidelines:

  • Participates in the building of large-scale data processing systems ( On-premise and Cloud) optimize data pipeline performance as needed to meet the data loads SLAs . Applies technical knowledge on data modeling and best engineering practices.

  • Working as a key team member delivers results creating value for the CNA brand customers and key internal stakeholders. Works with external (and offshore) resources as .

  • May lead or sub-lead the design implementation and automation of data pipelines sourcing data from internal and external systems transforming the data for the optimal needs of various systems and business requirements.

  • May lead or sub-lead robust unit testing to ensure deliverables match the design and provides expertise to support subsequent release testing.

  • Actively adheres to established quality and reliability standards and ensures team adheres to the same quality and standards working in an Agile development environment.

  • May lead or sub-lead the design of complex physical data models projects ( On-premise and Cloud) including SQL database systems. May lead or sub-lead the creation of integrated data views based on business or analytics requirements.

  • Researches identifies and implements process improvements that address complex technology gaps. Builds strong knowledge of technology enablers.

  • May lead or sub-lead the design and building of data solutions and applications that enable reporting analytics data science and data management.

  • Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies. Drives the evolution of CNA application development processes and standards.

  • Need to play a SME role in resolving high priority data quality issues & production incidents and getting them addressed as per defined SLAs .

May perform additional duties as assigned.

Reporting Relationship

Typically Director or above

Skills Knowledge & Abilities

  • Strong knowledge of relational database concepts ETL/ELT star schema data modeling.

  • Strong data integration design and development ensuring accuracy and ease of consumption. Strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills.

  • Proficient in Python or advanced SQL in a business environment with large-scale complex datasets.

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with peers and team members in a highly matrixed environment.

  • Preferred experience in building data analytics solutions using On-premise Oracle EXADATA Google Cloud Platform services such as Google BigQuery Cloud Storage Dataflow DataProc Pub/Sub Cloud Composer or DataPrep .

  • Preferred experience with the insurance industry its products and services.

  • Working knowledge of Data Analytics Business Intelligence tools like Power BI preferred.

Education & Experience

  • Bachelors degree with Masters preferred in Computer Science Information Technology related discipline or equivalent work experience.

  • Typically 7 years of experience in data analytics or application development.

  • 2 years of coding proficiency in at least one programming language Python Unix Shell Script Preferred Unix Shell Script SQL PLSQL Required .

  • Informatica Power Center / IDMC Required

  • Oracle / Big Query / Postgres Preferred

  • Control-M / Airflow Preferred

  • Experience using Agile methods preferred.

  • Applicable certifications preferred (GCP Data Engineering).

  • Experience in the commercial insurance industry will be a huge plus.

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I n certain jurisdictions CNA is legally required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this District of Columbia California Colorado Connecticut Illinois Maryland Massachusetts New York and Washington the national base pay range for this job level is $72000 to $141000 determinations are based on various factors including but not limited to relevant work experience skills certifications and location. CNA offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to help our employees and their family members achieve their physical financial emotional and social wellbeing goals. For a detailed look at CNAs benefits please visit .

CNA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the recruitment process. To request an accommodation please contact .

Required Experience:

Senior IC

Posted 2025-11-26

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