Junior Data Engineer.

Position DetailsPosition Information

Posting date 05/15/2026

Closing date****Open Until Filled Yes

Position Number 1129596

Position Title Junior Data Engineer

Hiring Range Minimum Please inquire.

Hiring Range Maximum Please inquire.

Union Type Not a Union Position

SEIU Level Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status Exempt

Employment Category Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year 12

Scheduled Hours per Week 40

Schedule****Location of PositionHanover, NH

Remote Work Eligibility? Onsite only

Is this a term position? No

If yes, length of term in months. N/A

Is this a grant funded position? No

Position PurposeThe Junior Data Engineer plays a critical role within Dartmouth College Athletics and Recreation, supporting the department’s vision to be a leader in sports analytics within the Ivy League and at the collegiate athletics. This is a newly created position that sits within the Dartmouth Peak Performance (DP2) team – an interdisciplinary group dedicated to helping varsity student-athletes maximize their potential academically, athletically, and in their lives after Dartmouth. The Junior Data Engineer is responsible for designing, building, and managing a modern data ecosystem that elevates the health, performance, and competitive success of Dartmouth’s varsity athletics programs. This role enables data-informed decisions across a diverse group of stakeholders through data infrastructure, cloud-based solutions, and accessible analytics.

DescriptionRequired Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp Bachelors plus 2-3 years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge And Abilities* Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, data engineering, or a related field.

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in data engineering or a closely related role.
• Demonstrated experience designing data pipelines and integrations.
• Experience working with cloud-based data environments and modern data architectures.
• Proficiency in Python and/or R.
• Experience with database management, ELT / ETL frameworks, and API -based integrations.
• Familiarity with AWS , Snowflake, or other cloud data platforms.
• Strong ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications* Graduate degree engineering, data science, or related field.

• Demonstrated interest in/passion for sports analytics and working within collegiate athletics.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries Austin Driggers

Department Contact Phone Number [email protected]

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Sarah Deussing, Corkins Family Program Manager Sports Data & Analytics

Department Contact's Phone Number****Equal Opportunity EmployerDartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.

Background CheckEmployment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? Not an essential function

Special Instructions to ApplicantsDartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco\-free\-policyAdditional InstructionsQuick Link https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/85713

Key Accountabilities

DescriptionDartmouth Peak Performance Integrated Support Team* Design, build, and maintain the technical foundation of the DP2 data ecosystem.

• Lead the documentation, deployment, and maintenance or production data systems and internal tools.
• Ensure optimal database performance, including efficient data storage, retrieval, and communication for all users.
• Develop and manage scalable, cloud-based data pipelines, models, and architectures to support analytics and reporting.
• Import and integrate data from diverse internal and external sources using ETL / ELT frameworks and API -driven integrations.
• Leverage cloud platforms ( AWS , Snowflake) to improve data accessibility, scalability, storage efficiency, and long-term sustainability.
• Translate stakeholder and other business requirements into technical specifications for data systems, pipelines, and integrations.
• Adhere to data governance, security, and compliance requirements.

Percentage Of Time 70%

DescriptionVarsity Sports Analytics* Deliver ad hoc and automated reporting to inform decision-making related to athlete health and performance.

• Collaborate with coaches and sports performance staff to ensure data is accessible, interpretable, and relevant to their needs.
• Support broader analytics initiatives within the Dartmouth Peak Performance (DP2) team and Dartmouth Athletics and Recreation.

Percentage Of Time 30%

• Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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