Data Engineer @ Cleveland State University

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Cleveland State University is hiring a Data Engineer who leads the design, development, and maintenance of data infrastructure and pipelines to support the university's enterprise data needs. The role manages data flow between systems, transforms raw data for analytics and reporting, collaborates with various departments to ensure data consistency, and provides technical expertise in data architecture and governance.

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Lead design, development, and maintenance of robust data infrastructure and pipelines.
Support institutional reporting requirements such as IPEDS, ODHE, accreditation, and strategic planning.
Transform raw data into structured formats for analytics, business intelligence, and data visualization.
Collaborate with institutional research, IT, and academic departments to maintain data consistency and accessibility.
Develop and optimize data models; build ETL automation using tools like SSIS, Apache Airflow, or Informatica.
Provide technical expertise in data architecture strategy and implement cloud-based data platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS, Google Cloud).
Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree in a related field and three years of progressive experience in data engineering or database management.
Preferred qualifications include a master's degree, proficiency in SQL, Python, ETL tools, leadership experience, and familiarity with higher education data regulations (FERPA, HIPAA, IPEDS).
Strong knowledge of data warehousing, lakehouse architecture, metadata management, and compliance with higher education data environments.
Full-time position, 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday, with responsibilities in the Institutional Research department.

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Posting Details

Business Title	Data Engineer
Posting Category	IT/Technology
Salary Grade	08T
Salary Plan	Professional Staff - SEIU
Hiring Range /Pay Rate
Department	Institutional Research
Department Description
Position Location	Main Campus
FTE	1.0
Job Summary	Leads the design, development, and maintenance of robust data infrastructure and pipelines to support Cleveland State University’s (CSU) enterprise data needs. Ensures efficient data flow between systems, supporting institutional reporting requirements such as IPEDS, ODHE, accreditation, and strategic planning efforts. Transforms raw data into structured formats that support analytics, business intelligence, and data visualization. Collaborates with institutional research, IT, and academic departments to promote data consistency, integrity, and accessibility. Develops and optimizes data models, builds automation for data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL), and supports campus-wide data governance and literacy initiatives. Provides technical expertise to define and implement CSU’s data architecture strategies and tools. Performs other functionally related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, data engineering, or a related field. Three (3) years of progressive experience in data engineering, database management, or enterprise data systems.
Preferred Qualifications	Master’s degree in computer science, information science, or a related technical discipline. Experience with cloud-based data platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud). Proficiency with SQL, Python, and ETL tools (e.g., SSIS, Apache Airflow, or Informatica). Experience managing or mentoring technical teams. Familiarity with data challenges and compliance requirements in higher education. Prior leadership experience in a higher education or public sector environment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)	Comprehensive knowledge of data engineering principles, including data modeling, ETL/ELT processes, data warehousing, lakehouse architecture, and metadata management. Strong knowledge of modern data technologies, platforms, and tools such as SQL, Python, Spark, and cloud-based ecosystems e.g., Azure, AWS, Snowflake, Databricks. Knowledge of higher education data environments and regulatory compliance requirements, including FERPA, HIPAA, IPEDS, NSF reporting, and other state/federal mandates. Strategic thinking and adaptability, with the ability to align data initiatives with institutional goals and respond to evolving organizational needs and technologies. Commitment to data governance and security, ensuring compliance with all relevant policies, standards, and legal requirements. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Advanced analytical and technical skills, with the ability to solve complex data architecture problems and translate strategic data needs into actionable engineering solutions. Possess a high degree of confidentiality to available information. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint.
Requisition Number	PT0703680S
Date grant, position, or appointment expires (For Funds Available, Temporary, and Waiver of Posting
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicant Instructions	Offer of employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of the University’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or University policies or practices, including but not limited to a criminal background check. Applications will be exclusively accepted online at http://www.csuohio.edu/offices/hrd/employment.html. Mailed or emailed application materials will not be accepted.
Hours per week	40
Work Schedule	Monday-Friday, typically 8:00 am- 5:00 pm.
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Full Time/Part Time	Full Time
Posted Date	08/21/2025
Close Date/Application Deadline
Open Until Filled	Yes
Review Begins	08/28/2025
Tentative Start Date

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- Public Job Posting
- Internal Job Posting
- Agency Referral
- Advertisement/Publication
- Personal Referral
- CSU Website
- Other
* Do you have a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, data engineering, or a related field?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have three (3) years of progressive experience in data engineering, database management, or enterprise data systems?
- Yes
- No
* Are you a current, internal SEIU applicant/team member?
- Yes
- No
If you selected 'Public Job Posting" or "Other" please provide source.
(Open Ended Question)
* Do you require any type of accommodation, should you be invited to campus for further screening? Please contact CSU at (216) 687-3636 if you need accommodation.
- Yes
- No
* Are you able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation?
- Yes
- No

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Required Documents

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Optional Documents

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Cleveland State University
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Posting Details

Business Title	Data Engineer
Posting Category	IT/Technology
Salary Grade	08T
Salary Plan	Professional Staff - SEIU
Hiring Range /Pay Rate
Department	Institutional Research
Department Description
Position Location	Main Campus
FTE	1.0
Job Summary	Leads the design, development, and maintenance of robust data infrastructure and pipelines to support Cleveland State University’s (CSU) enterprise data needs. Ensures efficient data flow between systems, supporting institutional reporting requirements such as IPEDS, ODHE, accreditation, and strategic planning efforts. Transforms raw data into structured formats that support analytics, business intelligence, and data visualization. Collaborates with institutional research, IT, and academic departments to promote data consistency, integrity, and accessibility. Develops and optimizes data models, builds automation for data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL), and supports campus-wide data governance and literacy initiatives. Provides technical expertise to define and implement CSU’s data architecture strategies and tools. Performs other functionally related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, data engineering, or a related field. Three (3) years of progressive experience in data engineering, database management, or enterprise data systems.
Preferred Qualifications	Master’s degree in computer science, information science, or a related technical discipline. Experience with cloud-based data platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud). Proficiency with SQL, Python, and ETL tools (e.g., SSIS, Apache Airflow, or Informatica). Experience managing or mentoring technical teams. Familiarity with data challenges and compliance requirements in higher education. Prior leadership experience in a higher education or public sector environment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)	Comprehensive knowledge of data engineering principles, including data modeling, ETL/ELT processes, data warehousing, lakehouse architecture, and metadata management. Strong knowledge of modern data technologies, platforms, and tools such as SQL, Python, Spark, and cloud-based ecosystems e.g., Azure, AWS, Snowflake, Databricks. Knowledge of higher education data environments and regulatory compliance requirements, including FERPA, HIPAA, IPEDS, NSF reporting, and other state/federal mandates. Strategic thinking and adaptability, with the ability to align data initiatives with institutional goals and respond to evolving organizational needs and technologies. Commitment to data governance and security, ensuring compliance with all relevant policies, standards, and legal requirements. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Advanced analytical and technical skills, with the ability to solve complex data architecture problems and translate strategic data needs into actionable engineering solutions. Possess a high degree of confidentiality to available information. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint.
Requisition Number	PT0703680S
Date grant, position, or appointment expires (For Funds Available, Temporary, and Waiver of Posting
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicant Instructions	Offer of employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of the University’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or University policies or practices, including but not limited to a criminal background check. Applications will be exclusively accepted online at http://www.csuohio.edu/offices/hrd/employment.html. Mailed or emailed application materials will not be accepted.
Hours per week	40
Work Schedule	Monday-Friday, typically 8:00 am- 5:00 pm.
Advertising Copy
Full Time/Part Time	Full Time
Posted Date	08/21/2025
Close Date/Application Deadline
Open Until Filled	Yes
Review Begins	08/28/2025
Tentative Start Date

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- Public Job Posting
- Internal Job Posting
- Agency Referral
- Advertisement/Publication
- Personal Referral
- CSU Website
- Other
* Do you have a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, data engineering, or a related field?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have three (3) years of progressive experience in data engineering, database management, or enterprise data systems?
- Yes
- No
* Are you a current, internal SEIU applicant/team member?
- Yes
- No
If you selected 'Public Job Posting" or "Other" please provide source.
(Open Ended Question)
* Do you require any type of accommodation, should you be invited to campus for further screening? Please contact CSU at (216) 687-3636 if you need accommodation.
- Yes
- No
* Are you able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation?
- Yes
- No

Application Documents

Required Documents

Resume

Optional Documents

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

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