Data Engineering & Operations Lead

Shelter Mutual Insurance Company

$113K — $140K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's in computer science or related field preferred.
  • 7+ years of experience in data engineering required.
  • Proficiency in Qlik Replicate, Compose, DBTLabs, and Astronomer.
  • Strong knowledge of ETL processes, data modeling, and data warehousing.
  • Expertise in Snowflake related to data ingestion and performance optimization.
  • Experience with AWS or Azure cloud platforms.
  • Familiar with data quality and data lifecycle management principles.

Responsibilities

  • Architect and design data warehouse operations.
  • Implement and maintain data storage, processing, and analytics solutions.
  • Utilize Snowflake for efficient data handling.
  • Ensure data integration and replication using Qlik tools.
  • Optimize data performance and security measures.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams for problem resolution.
  • Drive adherence to data governance practices.

Benefits

  • Health, Dental, Voluntary Vision and Prescription Drug Insurance
  • Savings and Profit Sharing 401(k)
  • Paid Time Off for Sick and Personal Leave, Vacation and Holidays
  • Vitality Wellness Program
  • Flexible Scheduling
  • 'Dress for Your Day' dress code and more!
Full Job Description

Data Engineering & Operations Lead

$113,687 - $140,972 / year minimum starting pay

Job Level: Supervisor

Location: Columbia, Missouri (On-site, Full-time)

Shelter maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in geographic location, education, training, skills, relevant work experience, business needs and market demands.  Please remember that this range is the starting base pay only and does not consider other components that make up the total rewards package for the position. 

What You Will Be Doing:

Responsible for architecture & design, implementation, and maintenance of data warehouse operations. Expertise in Snowflake, AWS and Qlik tools is required to ensure efficient and scalable data storage, processing, and analytics.

What We're Looking For:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field is preferred.
  • Proven experience (7+ years) as a Data Engineering Practitioner typically required.
  • Proficiency in Qlik Replicate, Compose, DBTLabs & Astronomer for data integration, replication, and transformation.
  • Strong understanding of data engineering principles, data modeling, ETL processes, and data warehousing concepts.
  • Expertise in Snowflake, including data ingestion, storage, performance optimization, and security.
  • Experience with cloud platforms, such as AWS or Azure, and working with cloud-based data solutions and services.
  • Familiarity with data quality, data governance, and data lifecycle management practices.
  • Solid programming skills in SQL and scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for data manipulation and automation.
  • Knowledge of dbtLabs, Astronomer, Github is preferred
  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities, with the ability to diagnose and resolve data engineering issues.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
  • Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Shelter's uncompromising commitment to excellence doesn't stop with our customers. We recognize our employees are what make us a premier organization in the insurance industry. Shelter Employees enjoy such benefits as:

  • Health, Dental, Voluntary Vision and Prescription Drug Insurance
  • Savings and Profit Sharing 401(k)
  • Paid Time Off for Sick and Personal Leave, Vacation and Holidays
  • Vitality Wellness Program
  • "Dress for Your Day" Dress Code
  • Flexible Scheduling
  • And much more!

If interested, please apply by:

09/07/2026

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