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SDVS Technologies LLC

Sr. Data Engineer-Azure

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$52.75 - $65.25/hr

Sr. Data Engineer Description: Minimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience 5-7 years ... and curation Expertise in providing practical direction within the Azure Native cloud services.

ShopMy

Senior Data Analyst

New York, NY · On-site

$115K - $155K/yr

... curation at scale. We help brands run performance-driven creator programs while enabling top ... Who You Are We're looking for a Senior Data Analyst to join ShopMy's growing data team. This role ...

Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Senior Data Engineer

Quincy, MA · Hybrid

$111K - $151K/yr

... Senior Cloud Data Engineer position within the Enterprise Data Management & Engineering (EDME ... Evaluates and recommends new cloud products and services for efficient data curation, storage, and ...

The Hartford

Sr. Data Engineer - Hybrid

Hartford, CT · Hybrid

$106K - $145K/yr

Sr Data Engineer - GE07BE We're determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance ... Curation, Data Domains, Data Products). * Experience with version control tools, CI/CD pipeline and ...

Saxon Global

ETL Data Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$113K - $136K/yr

We are looking for a hands-on Senior Data Engineer to design, build, and operationalize ETL/ELT ... This role will focus on scalable ingestion, transformation, curation, and delivery of trusted data ...

Perficientcorp Inc

Data Engineer

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$109K - $131K/yr

Sr. Data Engineer - Fort Worth, TX (3 Days Onsite) Description: Minimum Qualifications- Education ... and curation Expertise in providing practical direction within the Azure Native cloud services.

Tempus

Senior Data Modeler I

Experience working with real world data from various sources (e.g., curation workflows, EHRs, lab systems, claims, research datasets). * Experience working with modern ELT tools such as DBT to ...

American Homes 4 Rent

Senior Data Engineer

Calabasas, CA · On-site

$122K - $151K/yr

The Senior Data Engineer is responsible for designing, building, and managing the data platform and ... Designs and develops programs and tools to support ingestion, curation, and provisioning of complex ...

Amh

Senior Data Engineer

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$121K - $151K/yr

The Senior Data Engineer is responsible for designing, building, and managing the data platform and ... Designs and develops programs and tools to support ingestion, curation, and provisioning of complex ...

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How much do senior data curator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for senior data curator in the United States is $56.81, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46.63 and $67.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does a Senior Data Curator typically collaborate with data scientists and engineers in a project environment?

Senior Data Curators play a vital role in cross-functional teams by ensuring that data is accurate, well-organized, and accessible. They often work closely with data scientists to understand data requirements for analysis and modeling, and with engineers to establish robust data pipelines and metadata standards. Effective collaboration involves regular meetings to discuss data quality issues, implementing best practices for data governance, and providing documentation that supports seamless data use. This teamwork enables organizations to derive meaningful insights while maintaining compliance and data integrity.

What are Senior Data Curators?

Senior Data Curators are professionals responsible for managing, organizing, and maintaining large datasets to ensure their quality, accuracy, and usability. They develop data curation strategies, oversee data lifecycle management, and collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and other stakeholders to ensure data is accessible and reliable. Senior Data Curators often lead data governance initiatives, implement best practices for metadata and documentation, and may train or supervise junior team members. Their role is essential in organizations that rely on high-quality data for research, analytics, or decision-making.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Senior Data Curator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Data Curator, you need expertise in data management, metadata standards, and domain-specific knowledge, usually supported by an advanced degree in information science or a related field. Familiarity with data curation tools, database systems, and metadata management platforms—such as FAIR principles, SQL, and repository software—is typically required. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills help ensure high data quality and collaboration across teams. These skills and qualities are crucial for maintaining data integrity, supporting research initiatives, and enabling data discovery and reuse.
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Senior Data Analyst - Computing Services

Carnegie Mellon University

Pittsburgh, PA • On-site

$83K - $105K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Carnegie Mellon University is a private, global research university that stands among the world's most renowned educational institutions. With groundbreaking brain science, path-breaking performances, creative start-ups, big data, big ambitions, hands-on learning, and a whole lot of robots, CMU doesn't imagine the future; we invent it. If you're passionate about joining a community that challenges the curious to deliver work that matters, your journey starts here!
The Computing Services central IT division provides services that have a strategic impact on university goals. We make service decisions based on interaction and valuable input from colleagues engaged in the education, research, and administration efforts of the university. We seek a Senior Data Analyst focusing on Power BI and cross-functional systems. This role will be integral to supporting the university's data initiatives, with the mission of eliminating data silos and developing data products that enable the strategic use of institutional data for informed decision-making and growth. We focus on dataset curation, data pipeline optimization, and system integrations, championing data governance and quality. In this role, you will work closely with technology teams and campus partners to execute and deliver data products, fostering an environment where university-wide cross-functional teams thrive through proactive engagement and collaboration.
The ideal candidate will have substantial expertise in Power BI, experience working with Snowflake or other RDBMS systems, and a background in cross-functional data. The Senior Data Analyst will support and enhance data products, collaborating with business partners, cross-functional teams, and departments to understand business processes and workflows. They will develop and optimize analytics and reporting solutions, implement and manage Power BI solutions, and support the implementation of integrations. Success in this position will hinge on the candidate's ability to collaborate effectively and communicate business and technology requirements that further the growth of our data community.
Your core responsibilities will include:
  • Partner with multi-functional teams to document and design data products to meet enterprise decision-making needs. Create and manage data products (inclusive but not limited to data sets, semantic models, and dashboards) in accordance with specifications and CMU's data guidelines and strategy.
  • Support the usage of enterprise data technologies (ie, Snowflake, Power BI, DBT). Provide technical and programming support to business partners in the construction, implementation, and delivery of data products.
  • Facilitate requirements capturing within various domains to develop comprehensive business and requirements documents.
  • Lead all aspects of the creation of functional and technical specifications, changes to requirements, and assess the impact of changes based on business requirements.
  • Develop a deep understanding of our data sources and structures; assist in integrating them into Snowflake, Power BI, AI agents and with internal and external systems.
  • Participate in and define test scenarios, plans, strategies, and the creation of test scripts for data products.
  • Lead the process for identifying and gathering appropriate business requirements to build robust data product solutions that address analytics and reporting needs.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate:
  • Business process analysis skills, particularly within cross-functional domains.
  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Ability to prioritize work and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Understanding of structured and unstructured data.
  • Proficiency in SQL query language.
  • Experience in DAX query language.
  • Experience in Data Modeling.
  • Understanding of various systems and processes, preferably Workday, Oracle Financials, and other higher education systems.
  • Experience with DBT is a plus.
  • Experience with data pipeline optimization.

Adaptability, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within Carnegie Mellon University. We are in search of a team member who can effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree required.
  • 5-8 years of relevant work experience required.
  • A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

Requirements:
  • Successful background check

Additional Information:
  • Work Posture: This position operates on a hybrid schedule, with an on-campus/in office presence 3 days a week.
  • Sponsorship: Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work for CMU in the United States. CMU will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. Carnegie Mellon is not a qualifying employer for the STEM OPT benefit: only the 12-month OPT may be used to work at Carnegie Mellon

Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits.
Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits, take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays, and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance.
Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and much more!
For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available, explore our Benefits page.
At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond credentials, we evaluate the role and responsibilities, your valuable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique skills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it's about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.
Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization?! Apply today!
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Data Analysis
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  • Please visit "Why Carnegie Mellon" to learn more about becoming part of an institution inspiring innovations that change the world.
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  • Carnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.
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