Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.
Service Market Logistics (SML), part of Volvo Group Trucks Operations, serves all brands and business areas by managing and optimizing service parts availability and distribution to secure customer uptime. Through our operations, we provide world class service focusing on delivery precision, quality, continuous improvement, cost efficiency and synergies delivering value all the way to our customers. We embrace innovation and new technologies and work with environmental care and sustainability at heart. Our footprint consists of 40 distribution centers and 3,800 employees worldwide, and we strive for an innovative and diverse workplace, exercising the Volvo Group values with high focus on Customer Success. We are Proud to Deliver. Making a Difference. For People. Every Day.
SML North America (NA) is a part of SML and has about 1,000 employees across the United States, Canada and Mexico. We operate the Central Distribution Center in Byhalia, MS as well as Regional Distribution Centers across the NA region.
The Data Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining scalable data solutions on the Azure platform. You will play a crucial role in collaborating with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements, design efficient data models, and develop robust pipelines to enable data-driven decision-making across the organization.
This position reports to the Manager, Digital Transformation, Development & Analytics. The position is located in Greensboro, NC.
Essential Functions
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Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and understand data requirements, translating them into technical solutions.
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Design, develop, and optimize data pipelines using Azure services such as Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, and Azure Synapse Analytics.
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Implement data ingestion processes from various sources including databases, APIs, and streaming platforms.
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Develop and maintain data transformation and enrichment processes to ensure data quality and consistency.
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Build and manage data storage solutions using Azure Blob Storage, Azure SQL Database, and Azure Cosmos DB.
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Implement security measures to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with regulations such as GDPR and HIPAA.
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Monitor and optimize the performance of data pipelines to meet SLAs and scalability requirements.
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Work closely with data scientists and analysts to deploy machine learning models and enable advanced analytics.
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Document technical specifications, data flows, and system architectures to ensure effective knowledge transfer and maintainability.
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Stay updated on the latest Azure technologies and best practices in data engineering to drive innovation and efficiency.
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Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
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Proven experience as a data engineer with a focus on Azure cloud platform.
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Proficiency in SQL and experience with relational database systems.
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Strong programming skills in languages such as Python or Java is desired.
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Experience with building custom DevOps processes and DevOps boards for tracking project life cycle, teams' velocity, collaboration, and integration.
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Familiarity with data governance, data security, and compliance standards.
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Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
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Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Preferred Qualifications
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Previous experience with Volvo Production System
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Experience with Volvo legacy software like SPOT, VIPS, GLOPPS etc.
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Experience with SAP modules.
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Previous experience with Warehouse Management System(s)
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Previous experience with working in a supply chain environment
Necessary Technical/Functional/Language Skills
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As all documentation is in English, proficiency in the English language is required
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Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to network effectively across a diverse organization and build enduring relationships across functional and geographical areas
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Strong personal integrity and credibility
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Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities
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Excellent understanding for data literacy and digitalization in the workplace along with the mindset to drive the digital transformation within the teams
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Basic understanding of BI tools, databases, workflows and automation
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Excellent organizational and planning skills
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Inspiring leadership and the ability to demonstrate a clear vision
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Skilled in recruitment, development, and management of talent
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Energy, drive, and the courage to lead and deal with conflict management
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Strong customer knowledge and focus with continuous drive for customer improvement
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Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office 365)
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Who we are and what we believe in
Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities.
Group Trucks Operations encompasses all production of the Group’s manufacturing of Volvo, Renault and Mack trucks, as well as engines and transmissions. We also orchestrate the spare parts distribution for Volvo Group’s customers globally and design, operate and optimize logistics and supply chains for all brands. We count 30,000 employees at 30 plants and 50 distribution centers across the globe. Our global footprint offers an opportunity for an international career in a state-of-the-art industrial environment, where continuous improvement is the foundation. As our planet is facing great challenges, we - one of the largest industrial organizations in the world - stand at the forefront of innovation. We are ready to rise to the challenge. Would you like to join us?