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Data Optimization Jobs in Arizona (NOW HIRING)

iTech US, Inc.

Technical Data Steward

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Technical Data Steward Location: Phoenix, AZ (Onsite Role) Duration: Long-term Contract Strong ... optimization, performance tuning, and report development. Education: At least a bachelor s degree ...

Republic Services

Data Scientist III

Phoenix, AZ

The Data Scientist III drives internal data analytics projects. Projects will vary from short ... Demonstrated expertise with common commercial analytics topics (e.g., pricing optimization ...

Republic Services

Data Scientist III

Phoenix, AZ

The Data Scientist III drives internal data analytics projects. Projects will vary from short ... Demonstrated expertise with common commercial analytics topics (e.g., pricing optimization ...

kestra

Senior Data Platform Engineer

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$109K - $131K/yr

The role involves designing and optimizing large-scale data pipelines, modernizing cloud-based data ecosystems, and enabling secure, governed data solutions. Strong skills in SQL, Python, PySpark, ET ...

Inficare Technologies

Data Analyst

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Skills & Qualifications * 5-8 years of experience as a SQL/Data Analyst, with strong hands-on expertise in MS SQL (querying, data manipulation, and performance optimization) * Solid understanding of ...

Troon

Data Engineer

Scottsdale, AZ

$114K - $137K/yr

Serves as a technical leader in data engineering, driving best practices in pipeline design, data modeling, and platform optimization. Key Responsibilities: * Design, develop, and maintain end-to-end ...

Tror AI for everyone

Data Engineer

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$115K - $138K/yr

Proficiency in Hive and SQL optimization. * Understanding of distributed systems and big data architecture. * Knowledge of streaming frameworks (Spark Streaming, Kafka Streams). * Good to have ...

Futran Tech Solutions Pvt. Ltd.

Data Architect

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$62 - $79.75/hr

Data Governance & Performance Optimization: Implement best practices for data governance, security, and compliance. Optimize query performance, cost, and storage Required Skills & Qualifications ...

Insight Enterprises

Data Architect

Chandler, AZ · Hybrid

$130K - $140K/yr

Strong proficiency in building and optimizing ETL processes. Programming: Proficient in Python and SQL. Familiarity with Java is a plus. Data Platforms & Analytics: Experience working with internal ...

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Troon Golf

Data Engineer

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$114K - $137K/yr

Serves as a technical leader in data engineering, driving best practices in pipeline design, data modeling, and platform optimization. Key Responsibilities: * Design, develop, and maintain end-to-end ...

Insight

$130K - $140K/yr

Strong proficiency in building and optimizing ETL processes. * Programming: Proficient in Python and SQL. Familiarity with Java is a plus. * Data Platforms & Analytics: Experience working with ...

Stantec

Senior Data Architect

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$62.50 - $83.75/hr

Oversee the performance optimization, scalability and reliability of the PM2PA data flows. This may involve tuning Oracle databases or other key data sources, optimizing application performance and ...

Smart Synergies

Data Engineering Lead

Glendale, AZ · On-site

Platform Optimization and Monitoring: Oversee the deployment and management of Azure Data Lake and Databricks environments. Implement monitoring and alerting systems to ensure system reliability and ...

ADELANTE HEALTHCARE INC

Data Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$108K - $130K/yr

Strong proficiency in SQL for large-scale data transformation, query optimization, and schema development. * Advanced Python skills for scripting ETL/ELT logic, validation routines, automation, and ...

Unitek Learning

People Data Scientist

Tempe, AZ

Serve as a subject matter expert for HR technology, workforce data, and people analytics, supporting the optimization and effective use of HCM systems and reporting solutions. * Facilitate and ...

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Principal Data Engineer

Principal Data Engineer

Cambridge Investment Research, Inc.

Phoenix, AZ • Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Job SummaryKey Deliverables and Responsibilities

As a Principal Data Engineer, you will serve as a hands-on technical leader responsible for designing, building, and optimizing Cambridge's modern data platform. You'll help define data architecture standards, lead engineering efforts, mentor team members, and drive scalable data solutions that support enterprise analytics and business initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines supporting enterprise reporting, analytics, and business applications.

  • Build and optimize ETL/ELT solutions using modern cloud-based technologies.

  • Design and implement data integration solutions utilizing Azure Data Factory (ADF), Azure Functions, and other Azure services.

  • Develop and maintain datasets within Snowflake and Azure Data Lake Storage (ADLS) environments.

  • Lead data platform architecture initiatives, including data modeling, ingestion, transformation, storage, and consumption patterns.

  • Drive performance tuning and cost optimization efforts across cloud data platforms and processing workloads.

  • Design secure, reliable data movement solutions using batch and streaming integration patterns.

  • Establish engineering best practices, code reviews, and architectural standards.

  • Mentor data engineers and provide technical leadership across projects.

  • Partner with analytics, product, and business stakeholders to deliver scalable, high-quality data solutions.

What We Are Looking For

  • 8+ years of experience in data engineering, data architecture, or related technical roles.

  • Strong hands-on experience with:

    • Snowflake (SQL)

    • Azure Data Factory (ADF)

    • Azure Data Lake Storage (ADLS)

    • Azure Functions

    • Data Pipeline Development

    • ETL / ELT Design and Implementation

    • Performance Tuning

    • Cloud Cost Optimization

    • Python

  • Strong SQL development and data modeling expertise.

  • Experience designing scalable data integration and analytics solutions in Azure.

  • Knowledge of modern data architecture patterns and best practices.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Bronze/Silver/Gold (Medallion) architecture patterns.

  • Experience with Change Data Capture (CDC) and streaming platforms.

  • Experience with data governance, lineage, and metadata management.

  • Knowledge of financial services, wealth management, or highly regulated industries.

Location: Phoenix, AZ, or Fairfield, IA - Hybrid in-office 3 days/week

Why Cambridge?

Cambridge has competitive benefits and promotes a work/life balance to encourage individual success.

  • Premium benefit package including medical, vision, dental, life and long-term disability insurance

  • Vacation/sick time

  • 401K retirement plan with company matching program

  • Eleven paid holidays

You can find more details about our comprehensive benefits packagehere.

Company Overview:

At Cambridge, our purpose is simple: to make a difference in the lives of our financial advisors, their clients, and our associates. Founded in 1981, we have 45 years of experience supporting independent financial advisors with industry-leading tools, compliance, and transition services. Guided by our core values-integrity, commitment, flexibility, and kindness-we put financial advisors first in every decision we make.

Cambridge is an internally controlled, growth-focused independent broker-dealer, ranked among the largest and fastest-growing firms in the industry. With home offices in Fairfield, Iowa, and Phoenix, Arizona, and a nationwide reach, our 900 associates maintain a 4:1 advisor-to-associate ratio to ensure personalized service.

Our community of over 4,000 producing financial advisors includes diverse business models-RIA, corporate RIA, hybrid, fee-only, and brokerage-and offers a broad selection of investment solutions with no proprietary products.

For further information about Cambridge, please visit https://www.joincambridge.com/

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