(Sr.) Data Engineer

Meet Sievo

Meet Sievo, the leading SaaS company in procurement analytics. Trusted by big names like Levi's, Mars, Carlsberg and Mondelez, we empower our customers to make smarter, cost-efficient, and sustainable procurement decisions. We are setting standards for our industry and leaving a positive mark on businesses, suppliers, and our planet.

Our story began on a cold winter day in Helsinki, Finland, back in 2003. In 2017, when our first US customer recognized the value of the Sievo team and product, we set off from Finland to establish Sievo’s second office in the vibrant city of Chicago. Today, we are a team of nearly 50 in Chicago, including Sievonians from Sales and Customer Success, Customer Operations, Professional Services, Marketing, and the People team.

Our US headquarters are in downtown Chicago, our global headquarters are in Helsinki, Finland and we have opened a third office in Bucharest, Romania.

We are now looking for a new Data Engineer to join our Chicago team!

About the role

Join our dynamic team and help us build, optimize, and maintain cutting-edge data integration solutions for global clients. As a Data Engineer, you'll work closely with customers to understand their data needs, design effective solutions, and ensure smooth implementation for long-term success.

We’re looking for a problem-solver with strong technical skills and a passion for making data work in real-world applications. If you excel at translating complex requirements into practical outcomes and thrive in collaborative, client-facing environments, we’d love to hear from you.

We welcome candidates with experience in data engineering, analysis, management, or similar fields, especially those eager to transition into a customer-facing role.

Key responsibilities

• Gather requirements from new and existing clients to define and design the necessary data integration processes
• Implement new data integrations, ensuring the solution is maintainable and adheres to Sievo's best practices
• Plan and estimate the data engineering work required for a project and ensure project deadlines are met
• Collaborate closely with customers and internal stakeholders, including Project Managers, Solution Consultants, and Data Management teams to ensure seamless integration and deployment
• Provide excellent customer support and communication throughout the project

Requirements

• Proficiency in SQL is a must-have skill
• Some hands-on experience with cloud data technologies, preferably Azure (e.g., Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks)
• Experience working directly with external clients or internal business units to gather requirements and provide technical support
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; ability to clearly articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical client stakeholders
• Excellent analytical and logical thinking skills, including troubleshooting and solving data quality and integration issues
• Ability to manage project tasks independently, take full ownership of deliverables, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Extra points if you have

• Experience in Microsoft SSIS, SQL server and Python
• Experience in a customer-facing role
• Background in data engineering, data integration, data analysis, ERP consulting, or related fields
• Procurement knowledge

What we offer

• A set of exciting global clients to work with. Yes - the ones you read about in business & management books. The ones with the largest amounts of data
• A chance to work with an international group of great people with diverse backgrounds
• Freedom and responsibility. We are looking for people who yearn for this freedom, can make the most out of it and are willing to take on the responsibility
• A flexible hybrid working model

Some benefits to mention:

• Unlimited PTO (minimum 25 days off per year, up to 4 consecutive weeks off)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical, dental and vision insurance plans
  • FSA, HSA – HSA employer match contributions
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability insurance
  • Life Insurance / AD&D
  • And more electable benefits!
• 401k with a 4% match
• Home internet and mobile phone plan stipend, commuter benefits, and a home office stipend
• Employee Stock Option Program

Salary ranges:

Data Engineer: $70,000 - $109,000

Sr. Data Engineer: $110,000 - $150,000

Salary and title would be determined at the conclusion of the interview process based on your skills and experience.

How to apply

The application screening is done on an on-going basis, so apply now by providing your resume or CV through our recruitment system. Please include a salary request in your application.

You can read more about Sievo at www.sievo.com.

At Sievo, we celebrate and support differences and strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and included. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate against any individual in hiring or employment based on gender, gender identity or expression, age, ethnic or national origin, nationality, language, religion or belief, opinion, disability, state of health, sexual orientation, or other personal reasons. 

Studies indicate that women are more hesitant to apply for a job and tend to feel their qualifications do not align perfectly with the role. If you're interested in the position and believe that you have the potential to excel in it, we encourage you to apply.