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In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines; ensure data quality and reliability; and enable high-impact analytics and reporting. This position is ideal for early-career professionals who enjoy solving technical challenges, working with modern data platforms, and contributing meaningful solutions that support the people of Nebraska.This is an on-site, full-time/permanent role in Lincoln. Not eligible to be a contracted or remote position.\n**The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services does not sponsor or transfer non-immigrant work visas for this position or accept STEM OPT (form i-983) at any time. **\nWhat You’ll Gain\nHands-on experience with modern data engineering technologies such as Databricks, Snowflake, Azure Data Factory, and cloud data environments.\nOpportunities to design and deliver data solutions that directly support public-sector initiatives and benefit the people of Nebraska.\nCollaboration with talented engineers on challenging, meaningful technical projects.\nProfessional growth through mentorship, training, and real-world engineering experience.\nExamples of Work\nKey Responsibilities\nDesign, build, and maintain scalable ETL/ELT pipelines using modern data engineering tools and frameworks.\nSupport extraction, transformation, and loading of data from various sources into cloud-based data lakes and warehouses.\nEnsure data quality, accuracy, consistency, and completeness across datasets and pipelines.\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams, including Data Analysts, BI Developers, and business partners, to deliver solutions that align with business needs.\nDevelop and optimize data processing workflows using SQL, Python, and PySpark.\nMonitor and troubleshoot pipeline performance, operational issues, and data anomalies in both development and production environments.\nParticipate in Agile delivery processes such as daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and reviews.\nContribute to performance testing, data validation, and continuous improvement of data infrastructure.\nDocument data flows, transformation logic, schema changes, and implementation details to support maintainability.\nBuild technical and professional skills through ongoing learning, mentorship, and hands-on project work.\n\nRequirements/Qualifications\nMinimum Qualifications: Experience, education, or training in coding computer applications.\nPreferred Qualifications:\nBachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, Data Engineering, or related field; equivalent experience considered.\nFoundational experience with SQL and at least one programming language such as Python.\nExperience (academic, project-based, or professional) working with data pipelines or distributed data processing frameworks such as PySpark.\nBasic familiarity with cloud data platforms (e.g., Azure, Databricks, Snowflake).\nFamiliarity with Azure Data Factory, Databricks, or similar orchestration and compute platforms.\nUnderstanding of CI/CD concepts, version control, or automation for data workflows.\nExposure to Agile methodologies or project-based delivery\nOther: Position is located on-site at the Nebraska State Office Building in Lincoln,\nKnowledge, Skills & Abilities\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.\nAbility to work collaboratively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.\nEagerness to learn modern data engineering tools and techniques.\nIf you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page: https://link.nebraska.gov/\nBenefits\nWe offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.\nCheck out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits\nEqual Opportunity Statement\nThe State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. 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