The Associate Data Engineer will assist in building and maintaining data pipelines, writing SQL queries, and ensuring data quality using tools like Snowflake and Matillion.
Associate Data Engineer
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The Opportunity:
We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated fresh graduates to join our Data Engineering team. This role is ideal for candidates who are passionate about working with data and are eager to build a career in data engineering.
The selected candidate will work with modern data platforms and tools, gaining hands-on experience in building, maintaining, and optimizing data pipelines using technologies such as Snowflake, Matillion, AWS, and Kubernetes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in building and maintaining ETL/ELT data pipelines using Matillion or similar tools
- Work with Snowflake to store, process, and analyze data
- Write, optimize, and maintain SQL queries for large datasets
- Perform data extraction, transformation, and loading from multiple sources (APIs, S3 files, databases)
- Monitor and troubleshoot data workflows and pipelines
- Support scheduling and automation of jobs using orchestration tools
- Ensure data quality, consistency, and reliability
- Collaborate with team members and stakeholders to understand data requirements
- Maintain proper documentation for data processes and workflows
- Work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment while demonstrating ownership, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills
- Continuously learn and adapt to new technologies, tools, and data engineering practices
Job Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
- 0–1 years of experience, including internships, certifications, academic projects, or hands-on exposure in Data Engineering
- Strong understanding of SQL, including joins, aggregations, and query optimization fundamentals
- Basic knowledge of Python or any scripting language
- Understanding of ETL/ELT and data warehousing concepts
- Familiarity with Linux/Unix commands and environments
- Basic understanding of cloud platforms, preferably AWS services such as S3, EC2, and Lambda
- Exposure to Snowflake and Matillion or similar ETL/data integration tools
- Knowledge of scheduling and orchestration tools such as Airflow or cron
- Understanding of APIs and data formats such as JSON and CSV
- Familiarity with version control tools such as Git
- Strong analytical mindset, attention to detail, communication skills, and teamwork capabilities
- Ability to quickly learn new technologies and work effectively in a dynamic environment
About Ziff Davis
Ziff Davis (NASDAQ: ZD) is a vertically focused digital media and internet company whose portfolio includes leading brands in technology, shopping, gaming and entertainment, connectivity, health, cybersecurity, and martech. Today, Ziff Davis is focused on seven key verticals – Technology, Connectivity, Shopping, Entertainment, Health & Wellness, Cybersecurity and Marketing Technology. Its brands include IGN, Mashable, RetailMeNot, PCMag, Humble Bundle, Spiceworks, Ookla (Speedtest), RootMetrics, Everyday Health, BabyCenter, Moz, iContact and Vipre Security.
Our Benefits
Spice Works Ziff Davis (SWZD) offers competitive salaries in addition to robust, health and wellness-focused benefits. We are committed to work-life balance with paid time off, paid holidays and extended leave of absence, when you need it.
At Ziff Davis, we remain dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We offer Employee Resource Groups, company-sponsored events, and regular opportunities for professional growth through educational support, mentorship programs, and career development resources. Our employees are recognized and celebrated through employee engagement programs and recognition awards.
If you're seeking a dynamic and collaborative work environment where you can see the direct impact of your performance and thrive both personally and professionally, then SWZD is the place for you.
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