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About The Company First Citizens Bank is a leading financial institution committed to providing exceptional banking services and innovative financial solutions to its clients. With a rich history of serving communities across the United States, the bank emphasizes integrity, customer-centricity, and technological advancement. As part of its ongoing digital transformation, First Citizens Bank invests heavily in modern data platforms, AI, and cloud technologies to enhance decision-making, improve operational efficiency, and deliver superior customer experiences. The organization fosters a collaborative and inclusive work environment, encouraging continuous learning and professional growth among its employees. About The Role We are seeking a motivated Data Engineer II to join our Data Platform Engineering Organization. This remote role is available in North Carolina, Arizona, Florida, and Texas. The successful candidate will play a vital role in designing, developing, and supporting scalable cloud-based data solutions that enable analytics and data-driven decision-making across the organization. As part of our Cloud Data & AI Platform team, you will collaborate with engineers, product partners, and business stakeholders to modernize enterprise data platforms and support critical business initiatives. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies, solve complex data challenges, and contribute to the bank's ongoing data and AI transformation journey. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field with at least 2 years of experience in Data Engineering, Data Warehousing, or Cloud Data Platforms OR High School Diploma or GED with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in Data Engineering or related disciplines Preferred certifications such as AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, AWS Certified Developer - Associate, AWS Certified Data Engineer - Associate, SnowPro Core Certification, or similar Proficiency in Python and SQL for developing ETL/ELT processes and data pipelines Experience with modern data engineering tools like dbt, Apache Airflow, or similar frameworks Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Snowflake, Spark, or equivalent solutions Knowledge of data modeling, data quality validation, and data governance practices Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills Experience working in enterprise environments and collaborating with cross-functional teams Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines and cloud-based data solutions utilizing AWS Services, Snowflake, dbt, Python, SQL, and related technologies Implement data warehouse solutions, dimensional data models, and ETL/ELT processes to support reporting, analytics, and business intelligence capabilities Develop and execute data quality validations, test cases, and controls to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and reliability Create and maintain data tests, including dbt tests, to uphold data integrity standards Support workflow orchestration, monitoring, troubleshooting, log analysis, and production operations using tools like Airflow and cloud-native technologies Collaborate with business users, product teams, analysts, and technology partners to deliver data solutions aligned with organizational goals Follow established engineering standards, documentation practices, and testing procedures to ensure high-quality deliverables Participate in deployment activities, environment promotion, operational support, and performance optimization using CI/CD pipelines Leverage AI-powered development tools to enhance engineering productivity, code quality, and delivery outcomes Benefits Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans Retirement savings options including 401(k) with company match Paid time off and holidays to support work-life balance Professional development opportunities and tuition reimbursement programs Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options Employee assistance programs and wellness resources Competitive compensation packages aligned with industry standards Equal Opportunity First Citizens Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Here's how to pick the right one and stand out in your application.
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That number is real. WorkMundi's database shows 144,883 open engineer roles across the world. India has the most with 31,687 jobs, followed by the United States with 30,084. If you just finished reading one job ad and felt paralyzed by choice, you're not alone—but this scale is actually an advantage. It means you can afford to be selective.
Start by geography and language. The majority of engineer ads—117,837 of them—have the job posting text written in English. Use that as one filter, but remember: the ad text language tells you nothing about whether the role actually requires you to speak English day-to-day. Read the job description carefully. Then check which countries have the volume you're targeting. Singapore, Poland, and Australia round out the top five after India and the US.
Next, learn who's hiring. Accenture has posted 2,801 engineer roles. andurilindustries, speechify, and jobgether are also actively recruiting. If you're applying to one of these names, research their hiring patterns and interview style before you apply. That homework pays off.
When you interview, expect the question every engineer hears: 'Tell me about a time you had to debug a problem that wasn't in your job description.' Have a specific story ready—not a general one. Name the tools, the deadline pressure, and what you learned. Hiring managers listen for whether you see problem-solving as part of the role itself, not a favour.