Forward Air
Data Engineer
Forward Air, Irving, Texas, United States, 75084
Position: Data Engineer
Job Description:
Forward Air is seeking a Data Engineer to work in the IT department. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing scalable cloud-based streaming data solutions that can enable real time analytics and mission critical data visibility to our organization. They must be comfortable working across departments with a wide range of stakeholders and functional teams.
Core Responsibilities & Duties:
Extract, cleanse, transform data using Azure and AWS technologies
Model complex datasets from multiple structured and semi structured sources
Build and maintain documentation on data catalog, data model and data lineage
Propose solutions and strategies to business challenges
Collaborate with product, analytics and integration teams
Work with stakeholders throughout the organization to identify opportunities for leveraging company data to drive business solutions Identify valuable data sources and automate collection processes
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
A bachelor’s degree Computer Science, Engineering, or relevant field
5+ years of experience in data engineering
Experience in data modeling using cloud technology
Knowledge of SQL, NOSQL, Python, Spark, Azure Datafactory, Azure Functions, EventHub, Databricks, Warehouse Star schema
Experience with databases: Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, Postgres, DB2
Experience with optimizing data pipelines
Experience using business intelligence tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
Ideal candidate will possess a “can do” attitude with a “will do” work ethic
Must be a self-starter that does not require constant direction
Strong team player that thrives in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills with ability to communicate effectively across all levels of operations/users
Ability to drive/display ownership/proactive behavior
Forward Air is an Equal Opportunity employer.
About Us
Since 1990, Forward Air has been a leading provider of ground transportation and related logistics services to the North American air freight and expedited LTL market. We offer surface shipping on an accelerated “time-definite” basis, delivering cargo at a specific time, but under less time-sensitive situations – supplying you with a cost effective, reliable alternative to air transportation. We work with companies of all sizes to develop tangible advantages and build the best products to meet your specific needs. Forward Air presents to the wholesale transportation community (logistics companies, freight forwarders, integrated air cargo carriers, passenger/ cargo airlines, and non-traditional shippers), a single-source provider that can deliver more supply chain services and a superior menu of choices. Throughout the years we have added supplementary lines to our linehaul service, such as full truckload operations (Truckload Services), final-mile coverage (Complete® Cartage), and an Airline Logistics program, and we will continue to expand our services to meet the changing needs and growth of our customer base.
Forward Air is structured to optimize both savings and service to our customers. Direct partnerships with owner-operators and other surface transportation providers, enable us to remain cost-competitive. The Forward Air network is designed with over 90 facilities located at or near major U.S. and Canadian airports, 12 regional sort centers and over 300 beyond points (secondary airports provided through our Complete Cartage service), creating one of the most comprehensive linehaul networks in the industry.
Ranked 3rd in Newsweeks 2022 "Americas Most Trustworthy Companies (https://www.newsweek.com/americas-most-trustworthy-companies-2022/transport-logistics-packaging) " publication
About the Team
Job Description:
Forward Air is seeking a Data Engineer to work in the IT department. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing scalable cloud-based streaming data solutions that can enable real time analytics and mission critical data visibility to our organization. They must be comfortable working across departments with a wide range of stakeholders and functional teams.
Core Responsibilities & Duties:
Extract, cleanse, transform data using Azure and AWS technologies
Model complex datasets from multiple structured and semi structured sources
Build and maintain documentation on data catalog, data model and data lineage
Propose solutions and strategies to business challenges
Collaborate with product, analytics and integration teams
Work with stakeholders throughout the organization to identify opportunities for leveraging company data to drive business solutions Identify valuable data sources and automate collection processes
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
A bachelor’s degree Computer Science, Engineering, or relevant field
5+ years of experience in data engineering
Experience in data modeling using cloud technology
Knowledge of SQL, NOSQL, Python, Spark, Azure Datafactory, Azure Functions, EventHub, Databricks, Warehouse Star schema
Experience with databases: Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, Postgres, DB2
Experience with optimizing data pipelines
Experience using business intelligence tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
Ideal candidate will possess a “can do” attitude with a “will do” work ethic
Must be a self-starter that does not require constant direction
Strong team player that thrives in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills with ability to communicate effectively across all levels of operations/users
Ability to drive/display ownership/proactive behavior
Forward Air is an Equal Opportunity employer.
About Us
Since 1990, Forward Air has been a leading provider of ground transportation and related logistics services to the North American air freight and expedited LTL market. We offer surface shipping on an accelerated “time-definite” basis, delivering cargo at a specific time, but under less time-sensitive situations – supplying you with a cost effective, reliable alternative to air transportation. We work with companies of all sizes to develop tangible advantages and build the best products to meet your specific needs. Forward Air presents to the wholesale transportation community (logistics companies, freight forwarders, integrated air cargo carriers, passenger/ cargo airlines, and non-traditional shippers), a single-source provider that can deliver more supply chain services and a superior menu of choices. Throughout the years we have added supplementary lines to our linehaul service, such as full truckload operations (Truckload Services), final-mile coverage (Complete® Cartage), and an Airline Logistics program, and we will continue to expand our services to meet the changing needs and growth of our customer base.
Forward Air is structured to optimize both savings and service to our customers. Direct partnerships with owner-operators and other surface transportation providers, enable us to remain cost-competitive. The Forward Air network is designed with over 90 facilities located at or near major U.S. and Canadian airports, 12 regional sort centers and over 300 beyond points (secondary airports provided through our Complete Cartage service), creating one of the most comprehensive linehaul networks in the industry.
Ranked 3rd in Newsweeks 2022 "Americas Most Trustworthy Companies (https://www.newsweek.com/americas-most-trustworthy-companies-2022/transport-logistics-packaging) " publication
About the Team