Sr Data Engineer

Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead – our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It’s a big ask, but it’s one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate – pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it’s the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it’s a career with purpose. It’s a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future – including your own.  

Unlock the Power of Data at Pacific Life. We’re seeking talented Data Engineers to join our Pacific Life Team in Newport Beach, CA or Omaha, NE. Looking for self-starters to help shape the future of data engineering and drive data-driven success.  

• This role is hybrid. We believe in empowering our employees to get work done both in and out of the office.

As a Data Engineer you’ll move Pacific Life, and your career, forward by accelerating our data initiatives by bringing modern technical solutioning forward. You will fill a new role that sits on the data team in the technology organization. Your colleagues will include scrum masters and data analyst and fellow Data, AI, Governance, and QA professionals. Join our highly collaborative, innovative team.  
 
How you’ll help move us forward: 

• Partner with data architects, analysts, engineers, and stakeholders to understand data requirements and deliver solutions.  

• Help build scalable products with robust security, quality and governance protocols.  

• Create low-level design artifacts, including mapping specifications. 

• Build scalable and reliable data pipelines to support data ingestions (batch and /or streaming) and transformation from multiple data sources using SQL, AWS, Snowflake, and data integration technologies. 

• Create unit/integration tests and implement automated build and deployment. 

• Participate in code reviews to ensure standards and best practices. 

• Deploy, monitor, and maintain production systems. 

• Use the Agile Framework to organize, manage and execute work.  

• Demonstrate adaptability, initiative and attention to detail through deliverables and ways of working. 

The experience you bring: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science or Statistics  

• 5+ years of experience in analysis, design, development, and delivery of data  

• 5+ years of experience and proficiency in SQL, ETL, data transformation, and data management tools (Snowflake, Redshift, Informatica, Matillion, DBT, Control-M) 

• Understanding of data engineering best practices and data integration patterns 

• 2+ years of experience with DevOps and CI/CD 

• 1+ years of experience (not just POC) in using Git and Python  

• Agile Scrum work experience 

• Effective communication & facilitation; both verbal and written 

• Team-Oriented: Collaborating effectively with team and stakeholders 

• Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving skills with ability to breakdown complex data solutions 

What makes you stand out: 

• 2+ years of experience in Snowflake , Matillion and Data build tool (DBT), and  cloud services 

• Experience working with Azure Dev Ops (ADO) , Build and Release CI/CD pipelines 

• Experience working with AWS and Control M 

• Experience with automation, scripting, and testing in data delivery environment  

• Understanding of data catalogs, glossary, data quality, and effective data governance 

• Financial services domain knowledge 

• Experience working in complex data systems  

You can be who you are. 

People come first here. We’re committed to a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce. Learn more about how we create a welcoming work environment through Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at www.pacificlife.com. What’s life like at Pacific Life? Visit Instagram.com/lifeatpacificlife.  

Benefits start Day 1. 

Your wellbeing is important. We’re committed to providing flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. Whether you are focusing on your physical, financial, emotional, or social wellbeing, we’ve got you covered.