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Application Engineer (AbInitio)

Company: Discover

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jan 26, 2025

Discover is offering a job opportunity for an Engineer to join the Business Technology Finance Corporate Services Team. The role involves providing technical design and development leadership for applications that build ETL pipelines for transforming, aggregating, and loading financial data into warehouses for downstream reporting. The successful candidate will be involved in developing AbInitio ETL ExtractTransformLead applications, developing and maintaining data-driven solutions, and ensuring proper data governance policies are followed. The role requires excellent communication skills, the ability to understand business vision and translate it into technical artifacts, and oversight on design and implementation of products. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Informatics, Information Security, Information Technology, or a related field, and 3+ years of Information Technology Software Engineering or related experience. Knowledge of Amazon Web Services, Data Warehouse technology, and query languages for relational databases is a plus. Discover offers a competitive total compensation package, including benefits such as Paid Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, 401k Plan, Medical Dental Vision and Health Savings Account, STD Life LTD and AD&D, Recognition Program, Education Assistance, Commuter Benefits, Family Support Programs, and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Application Engineer(Splunk/Machine Learning)

Company: Discover

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jan 26, 2025

Discover offers a bright future with meaningful work from day one. The company values individuality and encourages growth. The role involves overseeing product design and implementation, analyzing and deploying new features, mentoring junior engineers, and contributing to technology communities. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, 3+ years of experience, and a technical proficiency rating of Competent on the Dreyfus Engineering scale. The base pay ranges from $89,000 to $150,200, with additional incentives. Discover is committed to diversity and inclusion, and offers a range of benefits.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are typical salary ranges by seniority?
Entry‑level Travel Risk Analysts earn $55k–$75k annually; mid‑level analysts $75k–$110k; senior analysts and managers $110k–$160k; directors and above $160k–$250k, depending on industry and geography.
What skills and certifications are required?
Core skills include threat‑intelligence analysis, incident response, GPS/RFID tracking, GDS integration, crisis communication, and data analytics. Certifications such as Certified Travel Risk Professional (CTRP), Certified Travel Security Professional (CTSP), ISO 27001, ISO 31000, CISM, and CISSP are highly valued.
Is remote work available in this field?
Yes. Many roles—especially risk assessment, incident coordination, and traveler monitoring—can be performed remotely using cloud‑based platforms like SecureTrak, Recorded Future, and real‑time GPS dashboards. Companies require 24/7 availability to support global coverage.
What are the career progression paths?
Typical paths: Junior Analyst → Travel Risk Analyst → Senior Analyst → Lead Analyst → Travel Security Manager → Director of Travel Risk → VP of Travel & Safety → Chief Travel Risk Officer. Each step adds strategic oversight, cross‑functional leadership, and higher compensation.
What are current industry trends?
Trends include AI‑driven predictive risk analytics, real‑time health alert integration, ESG compliance for safe travel, IoT‑enabled traveler monitoring, and expanded use of digital twins for route risk assessment. Demand is rising from multinational corporations, airlines, cruise lines, and hospitality groups.

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