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POSITION SUMMARY: The Data Engineer collaborates with departments across the Issaquah School District to design, build, and maintain systems that organize and manage data used for decision-making, reporting, and operational efficiency. This includes structuring databases, writing queries to retrieve information, and developing tools that support data accuracy and accessibility. The Data Engineer also provides support for staff using data systems and contributes to projects involving application development and automation using C# within the Microsoft ecosystem. The Data Engineer also serves as a team lead on districtwide data initiatives, guiding colleagues and supporting collaborative project work to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Data Architecture & Integration-
Lead the design of data models, warehousing, and cross-system integration strategies.
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Design and manage automated data pipelines between internal and third-party systems, including SIS, HR, assessment platforms, and state reporting systems.
- Own Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) architecture and performance tuning using APIs, SQL, and scripting (C#, Python, PowerShell).
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Create, maintain, and document custom scripts and ETL processes using APIs, SQL, and scripting languages such as C#, Python or PowerShell.
- Ensure data flows are secure, accurate, and aligned with privacy policies.
Data Governance & Quality
- Define data standards, naming conventions, and stewardship responsibilities.
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Implement data validation and cleansing procedures to ensure high-quality, reliable data.
- Maintain a robust, organized data warehouse environment that breaks down silos and increases access to actionable information.
- Promote best practices for data stewardship and compliance with FERPA and state regulations.
Data Visualization & Insights
- Translate data into engaging dashboards and visualizations using tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Excel.
- Develop actionable insights and self-service BI capabilities for schools and departments.
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Help staff understand, interpret, and use data to inform decisions by tailoring dashboards and visualizations to their expressed needs.
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Design and maintain dashboards that provide the School Board with clear, actionable insights for decision-making.
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Develop dashboards that track progress and alignment to the District Strategic Plan, supporting transparency and accountability.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Partner with schools, departments, and district leaders to extract visualization and reporting requirements that inform dashboard and system design.
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Serve as a thought partner in designing data-informed approaches to challenges in student success, resource allocation, and system performance.
- Act as a team lead on district data initiatives, coordinating efforts, sharing expertise, and supporting colleagues to achieve project goals.
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Provide training and support to staff in understanding, interpreting, and using data effectively.
QUALIFICATIONS:EDUCATION:-
Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, or a related field or five years' experience as an Information Systems Analyst or other Information Science related field. Demonstrated experience in detailed analysis can be substituted for coursework.
EXPERIENCE:-
3 5 years of experience in data integration, API development, or data engineering.
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Proven experience creating interactive dashboards and reports for non-technical users.
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Familiarity with K-12 education systems (e.g., Skyward, WSIPC) and domains such as attendance, assessment, discipline, grading and equity is a plus.
TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES:-
API integration, scripting, and SQL
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Data modeling and design
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Data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
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Data warehousing and ETL concepts
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Microsoft ecosystem (SharePoint, Excel, Azure Data Services, etc.)
PREFERRED SKILLS:-
Excellent communication and storytelling abilities, with a knack for making data understandable and actionable.
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Strong project management skills; ability to balance multiple tasks and priorities.
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Commitment to using data for equity, student success, and systemic improvement.
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Demonstrated ability to lead collaborative projects and guide the work of others without direct supervisory authority.
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES:Valid WA State drivers license and appropriate insurance required. Must maintain as current any certification or license listed herein and held at hire date. IT Professional Certification (A+ Technician certification or equivalent). Help Desk or other Customer Support experience or certification.
CONTINUING EDUCATION/TRAINING:That which is required to be effective in the position and to maintain certification
CLEARANCES: Criminal Justice fingerprint/Background Clearance
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
BARGAINING UNIT:Unrepresented
