Data Engineer 3 - Reston, VA - Freewheel

FreeWheel, a Comcast company, provides comprehensive ad platforms for publishers, advertisers, and media buyers. Powered by premium video content, robust data, and advanced technology, we’re making it easier for buyers and sellers to transact across all screens, data types, and sales channels. As a global company, we have offices in nine countries and can insert advertisements around the world. Job Summary This job independently designs, develops, and manages advanced data structures and pipelines, ensuring data quality and accessibility. It strategically implements data solutions across various platforms, maintaining compliance with privacy and regulatory standards. The role acts as a technical resource, optimizing data processes and storage to support key business initiatives. Job Description Strong SQL proficiency ​ Programming language proficiency (Python preferred) ​ Proficiency in distributed computing frameworks (e.g., Apache Spark) ​ Cloud Data Warehouse management ​ Knowledge of at least one of cloud provider (AWS, GCP, or Azure) ​ Familiarity with data pipeline design pattern ​ Knowledge of data observability ​ Exposure to Embedded Business Intelligence like Looker is desired but not required Exposure to modern data stack such as dbt, Airflow, Snowflake, Apache Spark is highly desired Exposure to Data Consumption challenges and solutions is highly desired Responsibilities: Designing and constructing data architectures and pipelines to standardize, transform, and ensure the integrity of data for business insights Guaranteeing data quality throughout the ingestion, processing, and loading phases, with a focus on maintaining high standards Engineering robust ingestion frameworks for a variety of data types, while monitoring and reporting on data quality Developing accessible methods for data consumption, including APIs, database views, and data extracts for user applications Implementing data solutions on multiple platforms such as Kubernetes, Teradata, and cloud services like AWS and Databricks Selecting appropriate data storage platforms based on data sensitivity, privacy requirements, and access needs Mastering data lineage and applying transformation rules for effective change management and issue resolution Collaborating with cross-functional teams to refine data sourcing and processing, ensuring optimal data quality and efficiency Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance. Regular, consistent and punctual attendance. Must be able to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) as necessary. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Employees at all levels are expected to: Understand our Operating Principles; make them the guidelines for how you do your job. Own the customer experience think and act in ways that put our customers first, give them seamless digital options at every touchpoint, and make them promoters of our products…