Why Badger Meter?
 

Badger Meter is a leading global water technology company, with a mission to preserve and protect the world’s most precious resource.  For more than 100 years, cities and businesses have utilized our innovative and trusted solutions to enhance operational efficiency and conserve water while making it more affordable, clean and resilient.  Just like every drop counts, at Badger Meter every employee counts because our contributions have a lasting impact on the world!

What You Will Contribute:
 

The Senior Data Engineer is a mid-career position of independence and ownership focused on development and maintenance of data infrastructures. The Senior Data Engineer will define scope and tasks for themselves or with one or more engineers assisting.

The position will work with large data sets supporting our Systems Integration team, which monitors the performance of our deployed IoT products. Our team uses the data collected through cellular, fixed network, or mobile communication technologies to evaluate the performance of the individual meters, sensors, endpoints, and other devices. We use statistics and machine learning to generate reports and solutions to communicate system and hardware performance to cross-functional teams within our organization and to support our external customers.

An ideal candidate will have a strong background in software development and data management, with expertise in AWS cloud services, and is looking for a position with growth opportunity for a supervisory or management role.

Responsibilities

Create and maintain datasets, data pipelines, and frameworksDevelop, implement, deploy, and support data solutions, transform data, correct problems, and recommend solutions for data cleaningDevelop, implement, and support cloud strategies, best practices, and standards to ensure effective use and management of our dataEnsure all procedures, approvals, documentation, and other data governance best practices are followedCollaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate data from throughout the businessIndependently solve problems and develop solutionsMentor other data engineers

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, applied math, engineering, or related subjects AND 7 or more years of related experienceSignificant experience with SQL and NoSQL databasesSignificant experience with programming/scripting languages Python, C#, and JavaSignificant experience with AWS cloud services S3, DynamoDB, EC2, EMR, Glue, SageMakerExperience with RESTful APIExcellent communication skills, ability to develop business relationships, and describe concepts to senior and executive management in a clear and concise mannerStrong product knowledge preferred

Preferred skills:

Knowledge of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence use casesExperience in real-time ingress solutionsExperience with migration of data from legacy sources to cloud platformsExperience with IoT deployed device monitoringExperience with utility data management for the water utility industry.Experience with cellular communication infrastructure

Competitive Total Rewards at Badger Meter:

Competitive Pay

Annual Bonus

Eligible for Annual Pay Increases

Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage 

15 days Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays  

Two Ways to Save for Retirement: Badger Meter contributes 25 cents for every dollar you contribute to the plan, up to 7% of your eligible compensation.  In addition to the match, the company will also contribute 5% of your eligible compensation to your Defined Contribution account on an annual basis. Additional access to a certified financial planner to help ensure your money is working for you, at no cost!

Employer Paid benefits including: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Basic Group Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and more 

Educational Assistance – Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 

Voluntary benefits including: Additional Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Accident and Critical Illness coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Applicants can learn more about their rights regarding equal opportunity in employment by viewing the federal "EEO is the Law" poster and the “EEO is the Law” poster supplement at http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm

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