Role description
Associate Data Engineer (Early Career Talent)
Developer III - Software Engineering
Who We Are:
Born digital, UST transforms lives through the power of technology. We walk alongside our clients and partners, embedding innovation and agility into everything they do. We help them create transformative experiences and human-centered solutions for a better world.
UST is a mission-driven group of 29,000+ practical problem solvers and creative thinkers in more than 30 countries. Our entrepreneurial teams are empowered to innovate, act nimbly, and create a lasting and sustainable impact for our clients, their customers, and the communities in which we live.
With us, you'll create a boundless impact that transforms your career-and the lives of people across the world.
Visit us at UST.com.
You Are:
We are looking for high-potential early-career engineers who are strong in fundamentals and comfortable with AI-assisted development. This role focuses on building scalable data pipelines while learning and growing in a fast-paced, cloud-native environment.
We are specifically targeting candidates from top-tier universities or those with internship/work experience at leading technology companies, with strong problem-solving and learning ability.
The opportunity:
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Build and support ETL/ELT pipelines using Databricks, dbt, Snowflake, and Azure
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Write efficient SQL and Python for data processing and transformations
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Leverage AI-assisted development tools (Claude, Copilot) for coding and debugging
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Ensure data quality, reliability, and pipeline monitoring
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Collaborate with reporting and engineering teams to meet data needs
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Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies and deliver sprint commitments
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Support production operations and incident triage
This position description identifies the responsibilities and tasks typically associated with the performance of the position. Other relevant essential functions may be required
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What you
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Graduation Year: 2024, 2025 or 2026
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GPA: 3.5
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Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
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0-2 years of experience (including internships or projects)
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Strong fundamentals in SQL and Python
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Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure preferred) and data concepts
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Experience with Git/version control and collaborative development
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Exposure to AI coding tools (Claude, GitHub Copilot, etc.)
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Strong communication skills and ability to learn quickly
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Preferred Profile (Key Differentiator)
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Graduates from top-tier universities (e.g., MIT, Stanford, CMU, UC Berkeley, or equivalent)
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OR
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Candidates with experience/internships at leading tech companies (Amazon, Google, Meta, etc.)
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Demonstrated strong problem-solving ability and learning agility, even with limited hands-on experience
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Nice to Have:
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Exposure to Databricks, dbt, Snowflake (projects/coursework acceptable)
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Experience with Azure Data Factory / Data Lake
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Hands-on project experience using AI-assisted development
Visa Sponsorship statement: Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
Compensation can differ depending on factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, education, and level of experience. UST provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in various U.S. markets as set forth below.
Role Location: Frisco,TX / Seattle,WA
Compensation Range
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$60 to $70/hr
Benefits
Full-time, regular employees accrue a minimum of 10 days of paid vacation per year, receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year), 10 paid holidays, and are eligible for paid bereavement leave and jury duty. They are eligible to participate in the Company's 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching. They and their dependents residing in the US are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as the following Company-paid Employee Only benefits: basic life insurance, accidental death and disability insurance, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
Regular employees may purchase additional voluntary short-term disability benefits, and participate in a Health Savings Account (HSA) as well as a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare, dependent child care, and/or commuting expenses as allowable under IRS guidelines. Benefits offerings vary in Puerto Rico.
Part-time employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year) and are eligible to participate in the Company's 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching.
Full-time temporary employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year) and are eligible to participate in the Company's 401(k) program with employer matching. They and their dependents residing in the US are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Part-time temporary employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year).
All US employees who work in a state or locality with more generous paid sick leave benefits than specified here will receive the benefit of those sick leave laws.
What we believe:
We proudly embrace the values that have shaped UST since day one. We build our culture of Humility, Humanity, and Integrity. These values inspire us to nurture a people-first, human centric culture that fosters diversity, prioritizes sustainable solutions, and keeps our people and clients at the forefront of all decisions.
Humility:
We will listen, learn, be empathetic and help selflessly in our interactions with
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UST Global celebrates diversity and inclusion. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We welcome candidates to apply for employment from diverse backgrounds and believe your unique perspective adds to the richness of our company culture. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.