The Travelers Companies, Inc

Senior Data Engineer

The Travelers Companies, Inc • $139K — $230K *
Hartford, CT 06106Hybrid
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM field or equivalent education/experience.
  • Minimum of ten years of relevant experience in data engineering.
  • Hands-on experience with dbt for data transformation and integration.
  • Experience with pipeline orchestration tools like Apache Airflow or Dagster.
  • Demonstrated success in delivering data solutions within AWS environments.
  • Strong data modeling skills focused on usability and reusability.
  • Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code techniques, particularly Terraform.

Responsibilities

  • Build and optimize complex data solutions and recommend data quality improvements.
  • Design complex data architectures aligning with data strategies.
  • Analyze complex data sources for value and recommend inclusion in analytics.
  • Incorporate data governance, security, and quality into data management.
  • Act as a subject matter expert on data and technology within the business.
  • Perform analysis and resolution of high complexity data issues.
  • Collaborate with teams to deliver and educate on complex data products.

Benefits

  • Health insurance coverage for employees and eligible family members from day one.
  • 401(k) match dollar-for-dollar up to 5% of eligible pay, and student loan assistance.
  • Minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually, plus nine paid holidays.
  • Comprehensive wellness program including mental health resources.
  • Opportunities to engage with the community through matching gifts and volunteer rewards programs.
Full Job Description
Job Category

Data Analytics, Data Science, Technology

Compensation Overview

The annual base salary range provided for this position is a nationwide market range and represents a broad range of salaries for this role across the country. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. As part of our comprehensive compensation and benefits program, employees are also eligible for performance-based cash incentive awards.

Salary Range
$139,400.00 - $230,000.00

Target Openings

1

What Is the Opportunity?

Travelers Data Engineering team constructs pipelines that contextualize and provide easy access to data by the entire enterprise. As a Senior Data Engineer you will accelerate growth and transformation of our analytics landscape. You will bring a strong desire to guide team members' growth and develop data solutions that translate complex data into user-friendly terminology. You will leverage your ability to design, build and deploy data solutions that capture, explore, transform, and utilize data to support Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and business intelligence/insights.What Will You Do?
  • Build and operationalize complex data solutions, correct problems, apply transformations, and recommending data cleansing/quality solutions.
  • Design complex data solutions, including incorporating new data sources and ensuring designs are consistent across projects and aligned to data strategies.
  • Perform analysis of complex sources to determine value and use and recommend data to include in analytical processes.
  • Incorporate core data management competencies including data governance, data security and data quality.
  • Act as a data and technology subject matter expert within lines of business to support delivery and educate end users on data products/analytic environment.
  • Perform data and system analysis, assessment and resolution for defects and incidents of high complexity and correct as appropriate.
  • Collaborate across team to support delivery and educate end users on complex data products/analytic environment.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have?
  • Bachelor's Degree in STEM related field or equivalent.
  • Ten years of related experience.
  • Hands-on experience with dbt for modular, version-controlled data transformation and integration, including models, tests, snapshots, and documentation across layered architectures.
  • Experience building and operating pipeline orchestration with tools such as Apache Airflow and Dagster, including authoring DAGs, managing dependencies, backfills, and observability.
  • Demonstrated experience delivering data solutions in AWS environments (e.g., S3, and related data services).
  • Strong data modeling skills and experience designing data products with a focus on usability, reusability, and consumer needs.
  • Experience leveraging AI tools to accelerate delivery velocity and improve engineering productivity.
  • Working knowledge of infrastructure underpinning data platforms, including infrastructure-as-code (e.g., Terraform) and access control via IAM systems and role-based access control (RBAC).
  • Ability to think systematically and propose architectural solutions that deliver scalable, reusable data platform capabilities.
  • Solid understanding of and hands-on experience with cyber security concepts and the evolving cyber threat landscape.
  • Familiarity with the cyber insurance industry is a plus (desirable, not essential).
  • A growth mindset driven by curiosity, a commitment to continuous improvement, and a focus on delivering measurable business value.
  • Advanced knowledge of tools, techniques, and manipulation including cloud platforms, programming languages, and modern software engineering practices.
  • Strong delivery skills including the ability to determine the software design strategy and methodology to be used for efforts, use automated tests, analysis, and informed feedback loops to ensure the quality and production readiness of work before release, monitor the health of work efforts and that of adjacent systems.
  • Demonstrated track record of domain expertise including the ability to develop business partnerships and influence priorities by identifying solutions that are aligned with current business objective and closely follow industry trends relevant to domain, understanding how to apply them, and sharing knowledge with coworkers.
  • Strong problem solver who utilizes data and proofs of concepts to find creative solutions to difficult problems involving a significant number of factors with broad implications, reflects on solutions, measures impact, and uses that information to ideate and optimize.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to develop business partnerships, describe technology concepts in ways the business can understand, document initiatives in a concise and clear manner, and empathetically and attentively listen to others thoughts and ideas.
  • Ability to lead and take action even when there is no clear owner, inspire and motivate others, and be effective at influencing team members.


What is a Must Have?
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, related STEM field, or its equivalent in education and/or work experience.
  • 6 additional years of data engineering experience.


What Is in It for You?
  • Health Insurance: Employees and their eligible family members - including spouses, domestic partners, and children - are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment.
  • Retirement: Travelers matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to your first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum. If you have student loan debt, you can enroll in the Paying it Forward Savings Program. When you make a payment toward your student loan, Travelers will make an annual contribution into your 401(k) account. You are also eligible for a Pension Plan that is 100% funded by Travelers.
  • Paid Time Off: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually, plus nine paid company Holidays.
  • Wellness Program: The Travelers wellness program is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health program provides access to free professional counseling services, health coaching and other resources to support your daily life needs.
  • Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice.

About The Travelers Companies, Inc

Travelers is an insurance leader, committed to keeping pace with the ever-changing needs of their customers and anticipating their needs for the future. There is no stronger testament to their dedication to protecting customers from loss than their continued innovation and ability to transform their industry. In fact, from the first-ever auto and space travel policies and hybrid car discount, to the 2009 founding of The Travelers Institute for public policy, their history of advancements has propelled their company—and their industry—towards ever higher standards for customers. Travelers is a company that works hard at the science of what they do: they analyze information, process perspectives and measure results to create the best combination of products and services. They work equally hard at customer service and how they interact with the people whom they do business. Over the years, they've strived to earn their customer's loyalty by continually improving their abilities to listen and respond to their needs.

The Travelers Companies, Inc Careers

Join the vibrant team at The Travelers Companies, Inc, a leader in the insurance industry, and propel your career to new heights with a company known for its commitment to innovation, leadership, and professional growth.

Explore Job Opportunities and Growth

At The Travelers Companies, Inc, we offer a plethora of job opportunities that cater to a variety of skills and professional interests. Whether you're seeking a position in management, customer service, underwriting, or IT, we have a place for you. Our commitment to professional growth means we provide unparalleled career advancement tools and leadership training to help you climb the ladder of success.

Internship Programs: A Gateway to Employment

Kickstart your career with our dynamic internship programs. These opportunities are designed not just to teach, but to challenge and expand your understanding of the industry. Internships at Travelers are a perfect way to enhance your resume and gain valuable real-world experience, making you a competitive candidate for future employment.

Culture and Benefits

At The Travelers Companies, Inc, we pride ourselves on a culture that fosters diversity, networking, and innovation. Our team is our family, and we support each other's professional and personal growth. The benefits at Travelers are comprehensive, designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees, including health, wellness, and continuous education.

Hiring Process: What to Expect

Our hiring process is straightforward and transparent, designed to find passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players. From the initial application and resume submission to the interview, we ensure that every candidate is treated with respect and given a fair chance to demonstrate their capabilities.

Career Development and Training

We believe in nurturing talent and providing our team with the tools they need to succeed. Our career development programs include professional training, diversity training, and skills enhancement workshops. These resources are tailored to foster innovation and empower our employees with the latest industry knowledge and best practices.

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Learn more about The Travelers Companies, Inc
Size
30,800 employees
Market Cap
$44.1 billion
Industry
Finance & Insurance
Net Income
$2.6 billion
Founded
1853
5 Year Trend
+4.7%
Revenue
$32 billion
NASDAQ
TRV
* Ladders Estimates

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