Data Engineer - Gies College of Business
Information Technology Partners
Job Summary
Work within the IT Partners data engineering team to develop and manage data architecture, pipelines, integrations, and processes for the Gies College of Business.
Duties & Responsibilities
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Development and management of academic and administrative data
- Develop and manage college databases, data systems, and pipelines that support customer relationship management, student success and engagement, corporate and alumni engagement, instructional excellence, learning outcomes, accreditation, and other administrative data.
- Work collaboratively with IT Partners Data Strategy Management group to make actionable data available to college stakeholders
- Work collaboratively with college stakeholders involved in customer relationship management, learning outcomes, accreditation, and other administrative areas.
- Data transformation and integration
- Develop and manage data pipelines for regular movement and transformation of data between systems
- Leverage system APIs to integrate data between college systems and platforms
- Data standards and integrity
- Create and manage documentation of data systems and processes
- Regularly audit and ensure data integrity in college data delivery
- Develop and ensure compliance with data quality best practices including metadata curation and change control systems
Specialty Factors
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Two (2) years of work experience in IT‐related functions such as hardware/software support, programming, network design, network engineering, IT systems integration, or closely related field.
- College coursework which includes Information Technology (IT), IT Management, Programming, IT systems, or a closely related discipline may be substituted as follows:
30 semester hours equals one (1) year, Associate’s Degree (60 semester hours) equals eighteen (18) months, 90 semester hours equals two (2) years, Bachelor’s Degree (120 semester hours) equals three.
- Demonstrated experience in data pipelines, data management, data analytics, business intelligence, and/or data process management
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master's degree in computer science or information/data science-related fields
- Experience in developing metadata and process documentation
- Experience with Git or similar versioning software
- Experience in data visualization
- Experience with data ingestion from third-party applications and APIs
- Experience with Tableau or Power BI
- Experience with Salesforce, Coursera, Canvas or similar platforms
- Experience with Azure Data Factory
- Experience with Microsoft SQL (or similar)
- Experience within the University of Illinois and understanding internal processes
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Significant experience in SQL, Python, or similar
- Fluency with Git or similar
- Cloud computing experience
- Data Architecture best practices
Appointment Information
This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5031 - Information Technology Technical Associate position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the closing date. The budgeted salary range for this position is $83,500 - $100,000. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity. Hybrid work options may be available for this position, with the ability to be on-site at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus as needed per the University’s Workplace Flexibility policy. This position is not eligible for any type of sponsorship for work authorization.
For more information about Gies Business, visit https://inside.giesbusiness.illinois.edu/work-at-gies.
For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx.
Application Procedures & Deadline Information
Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on June 18, 2026. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Please upload your cover letter, resume (months and years of employment must be included), and names/contact information for three professional references. Please remember to include specific information on how you meet the qualifications of the position in your resume, including all relevant experience. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact [email protected]. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign — the state’s flagship public university and one of the world’s leading research institutions — every staff member helps shape what’s next. Founded in 1867, Illinois is home to a vibrant community of 59,000 students from all 50 states and 129 countries, supported by 15 colleges and instructional units, more than 20 research institutes, and one of the most comprehensive student service ecosystems in the nation. Whether you’re empowering first-generation students, fueling breakthrough innovation, or strengthening communities across Illinois and beyond, your work here has a far-reaching and deeply meaningful impact. The university offers a highly competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and financial security. Join a top 10 public university that has launched over 330 startups and continues to redefine excellence — where the Illinois Value Proposition ensures that your contributions are recognized, your potential is nurtured, and your career can thrive.
Champaign-Urbana
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodation portal, or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at 217-333-0885, option #1, or [email protected].
Requisition ID: 1036599
Job Category: Technical
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu
