Data Engineer

About the role

Zipliens is a leading lien resolution company that specializes in streamlining the lien process for personal injury law firms. We are looking for proactive, results-driven individuals to join our dynamic team. We're seeking a Data Engineer to help shape the foundation of Zipliens' growing data ecosystem. Our engineering team supports a diverse set of tools and systems that power lien resolution operations, client transparency, and decision-making across the company.

What you'll do

• Develop and optimize SQL queries and database schemas for efficient data retrieval and storage
• Design, develop, and maintain scalable ETL processes
• Develop and maintain scripts for data processing
• Ensure scalability and performance optimization of data pipelines and queries
• Develop and implement data quality checks and monitoring to ensure data accuracy and reliability
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of data quality standards and best practices
• Collaborate with data analysts to understand requirements and deliver solutions that enable effective reporting and analytics
• Maintain a working knowledge of Zipliens applications and systems
• Design and build reports to provide actionable insights to stakeholders
• Communicate findings and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Document data models, ETL processes, and reporting solutions

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, Analytics or equivalent practical experience
• 4+ years of experience as a Data Engineer, Senior Data Developer, or similar role
• Strong proficiency in SQL and experience with relational and cloud-based data storage solutions (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, Snowflake, Redshift, BigQuery)
• Experience with ETL tools and techniques
• Experience with a general-purpose programming language (Python preferred)
• Experience with data quality tools (e.g., Great Expectations, dbt tests)
• Experience with version control (Git; GitHub preferred)
• Familiarity with data warehousing concepts and data modeling principles
• Familiarity with reporting/BI tools (e.g., Microsoft Power BI, Tableau, Oracle BI, or equivalent)
• Understanding of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and their data services is a plus
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on data integrity, data quality, performance, and reliability across the full data lifecycle, from database constraints to business-facing reporting
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders
• Self-starter with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach who is comfortable identifying problems and proposing solutions without waiting for explicit direction
• This role requires on-site presence at least three days per week (60%) in our Franklin, TN office

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision), including HSA with employer contributions, FSA, and Dependent Care FSA
• Company-Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave, and 10 Holidays)
• Partially Paid Parental Leave

Pay

The total base salary range for this role is $89,000 - $120,000 annually, with an opportunity for a discretionary bonus. Final compensation will be determined based on skills and experience.