Marathon Petroleum

Senior Data Engineer

Marathon Petroleum$100K — $130K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology or related field
  • 5+ years of relevant data engineering experience
  • Strong proficiency in Python, SQL, and Spark
  • Familiarity with Azure Data Lake, Synapse Analytics, and Databricks
  • Experience with data governance and privacy measures
  • Ability to mentor less experienced engineers
  • Knowledge of DevOps practices and data lifecycle management

Responsibilities

  • Design and optimize data extraction, ingestion, and transformation processes
  • Develop complex data architecture for high-volume data sets
  • Build data pipelines and enforce data security measures
  • Conduct data quality checks using open source and cloud services
  • Provide technical expertise during critical incidents
  • Implement best practices for data integration and consistency
  • Mentor junior data engineers and oversee quality assurance for data solutions

Benefits

  • Health, vision, and dental insurance
  • Paid time off and paid parental leave
  • 401k matching program
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Eligibility for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program
Full Job Description
Position Summary

As a Senior Data Engineer, you will design, develop, and optimize scalable data pipelines and cloud-based data solutions using modern data architecture, Azure data services, including Data Lake, Synapse Analytics, Azure Functions, and Databricks.

This role also includes close collaboration with analytics, product, architecture, governance, and business teams to translate requirements into scalable data solutions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical depth (strong proficiency in Python, SQL, Spark, and orchestration tools such as Azure Data Factory and/or Databricks Workflows), a continuous improvement mindset, and the ability to mentor while contributing to engineering standards, reusable patterns, and solution design reviews.

This position belongs to a family of jobs with increasing responsibility, competency, and skill level. Actual position title and pay grade will be based on the selected candidate's experience and qualifications.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conducts the design, innovation and optimization of data extraction, ingestion and transformation processes.
  • Facilitates the development and design of complex data architecture to process and store high-volume data sets.
  • Enables the development of complex data pipelines; advocates for and implements data security and privacy measures.
  • Conducts complex data quality and processing tasks using open source and cloud services.
  • Provide technical expertise during critical incidents.
  • Facilitates the adoption of best practices for data security and privacy and collaborates with other departments to ensure seamless data integration.
  • Facilitates the implementation of continuous improvements in data processing methods and drives consistency and best practices across data engineering projects.
  • Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; participates in strategic planning sessions for data infrastructure.
  • Oversee quality assurance and testing for data solutions.
  • Mentors less experienced data engineers.

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, related field or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of relevant data engineering experience

Skills

  • Big Data Technologies - Familiarity with big data technologies and frameworks, such as Hadoop, Spark, and distributed computing, for processing and analyzing large volumes of data.
  • Cloud Platform - Knowledge of cloud-based data platforms, such as AWS, Azure, or GCP, and their associated services for data storage, processing, and analytics.
  • Data Governance - Ability to establish and oversee a set of procedures, policies, and standards that ensure the effective and efficient management of an organization's data assets. This includes ensuring data quality, compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and secure data handling practices. It also involves the coordination between different departments to ensure that data is accurate, accessible, and used responsibly and ethically.
  • Data Integration - Proficiency in integrating data from various sources, including structured and unstructured data, using technologies such as ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes, data pipelines, and data ingestion frameworks.
  • Data Lifecycle - The data lifecycle refers to the sequential stages that data goes through from its creation or acquisition to its eventual disposal. These stages typically include data creation, storage, processing, analysis archival, and eventual deletion or destruction, with each phase governed by specific policies and practices.
  • Data Modeling - Skill in designing and implementing data models that align with business requirements, ensuring data integrity, performance, and scalability.
  • Data Operations - Data operations refer to the various actions and processes involved in managing, manipulating, and analyzing data throughout its lifecycle. These operations encompass tasks such as collection, storage, retrieval, transformation, and visualization of data to derive meaningful insights and support decision-making.
  • Data Pipelines - Data pipelines are a set of processes that enable the flow of data from one or multiple sources to a destination, often involving tasks such as extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL). These pipelines are designed to efficiently and reliably move and process data, ensuring its quality and accessibility for various analytical and operational purposes.
  • Data Privacy - Ability to understand and implement practices that ensure the protection and confidential handling of personal and sensitive information. This includes knowledge of relevant laws and regulations (such as GDPR or HIPAA), the ability to design and enforce policies that safeguard data, and the skills to manage data access rights and consent protocols.
  • Data Quality Management - Strong understanding of data quality dimensions, methodologies, and best practices to establish and maintain data quality standards and processes.
  • Data Security - Knowledge of data privacy regulations, cybersecurity best practices, and techniques for protecting sensitive information and ensuring compliance.
  • Data Warehousing (DW) - Knowledge of monitoring and observability tools and practices for tracking data pipeline performance, data quality, and system health.
  • DevOps- A set of practices that combines software development and information-technology operations which aims to shorten the systems development life cycle and provide continuous delivery with high software quality and a security first approach.
  • General Programming - Applies a computer language to communicate with computers using a set of instructions and to automate the execution of tasks.
  • Metadata Management - Proficiency in metadata management solutions to enable efficient data discovery, data lineage tracing, and data asset management.
  • NoSQL Databases - NoSQL databases are a type of database management system that provides a flexible and scalable approach to storing and retrieving data, often diverging from the traditional relational database model. Unlike relational databases, NoSQL databases are designed to handle large volumes of unstructured or semi-structured data, offering high performance and horizontal scalability for modern applications.
  • Real Time Processing - Real-time processing refers to the method of handling data or performing computations immediately as they occur, without any noticeable delay. In real-time processing systems, data is processed, and responses are generated within a timeframe that meets the requirements of the application or task, typically within milliseconds or microseconds.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, related field or equivalent experience.
5+ years of relevant experience

Location:
San Antonio, Texas

Additional locations:
Findlay, Ohio

Job Requisition ID:


Location Address:
19100 Ridgewood Pkwy

Education:
Bachelors: Information Technology

Employee Group:
Full time

Employee Subgroup:
Regular

Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at https://mympcbenefits.com.The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.

About Marathon Petroleum

Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) is in the business of creating value for their shareholders through the quality products and services they provide for their customers. They strongly believe how they conduct their business is just as integral to their bottom line. As a result, they strive to always act responsibly with those who work for them, with those business partners who work with them, and in every community where they operate.

Marathon Petroleum Careers

Joining Marathon Petroleum means becoming part of a leading global team in the energy sector, where job opportunities abound for those eager to advance their careers in a dynamic and inclusive environment. As one of the largest refining companies in the world, Marathon Petroleum is at the forefront of transforming the energy landscape.

Work You’ll Do

At Marathon Petroleum, your work will directly contribute to the company's ongoing success and leadership in the industry. You will collaborate with skilled professionals dedicated to innovation and excellence in all aspects of the energy sector. Our team's combined expertise fuels Marathon Petroleum's commitment to sustainable energy solutions and operational excellence.

Innovate and Lead

Step into a role that challenges and excites with Marathon Petroleum. Here, innovation isn't just a buzzword—it's a call to action. Our leadership is committed to fostering a culture where new ideas lead to groundbreaking solutions. This commitment to innovation and leadership is woven into every aspect of our business, from refining operations to environmental strategies.

Grow and Develop

Marathon Petroleum is deeply invested in the professional growth and development of its employees. We offer a variety of training and development programs, including leadership development, diversity training, and technical skills enhancement. Whether you're starting as an intern or a seasoned professional, you’ll find a pathway to personal and professional growth with us.

Be Part of Our Team

Our team at Marathon Petroleum is driven by a shared mission to excel. By joining us, you'll work alongside dedicated professionals who are passionate about their roles and the impact they have on the company and the industry. Our collaborative environment supports career advancement and fosters a culture of professional enrichment.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Marathon Petroleum, we believe diversity drives innovation. Our inclusive culture welcomes all perspectives and encourages a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities, ensuring that all team members have the resources they need to succeed.

Explore Job Opportunities

Marathon Petroleum offers a range of job opportunities across various functions of the business. From internships that provide real-world experience to full-time positions in engineering, business, and more, there’s a place for your skills and passions here.

Future-Proof Your Career

With Marathon Petroleum, you are not just finding a job; you are building a career equipped with the tools for success in the ever-evolving energy sector. Our robust benefits package supports your health, well-being, and financial security, allowing you to focus on professional development and career advancement.

Stay Connected

Join Our Team Discover the exciting career opportunities waiting for you at Marathon Petroleum. Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We are always on the lookout for curious, creative, and driven team members.

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Learn more about Marathon Petroleum
Size
17,700 employees
Market Cap
$53 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$9.8 billion
Founded
2005
5 Year Trend
+13.8%
Revenue
$74.9 billion
NASDAQ

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