Dealership: L0105 Lithia Home Office Data Engineer | Lithia & Driveway At Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) our success is fueled by our high performing teams delivering Auto Done Easy for our customers. We create simple, transparent, and convenient customer experiences throughout the vehicle-ownership lifecycle by leveraging our hundreds of store locations and our key adjacencies - Driveway, DFC, and GreenCars. Weve built a retail model that champions entrepreneurial leadership, Growth Powered by People, and a strategy that creates possibilities and pushes us to reach our potential. The Data Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and supporting scalable data pipelines and workflows across cloud platforms. This role focuses on designing, building, and optimizing ETL/ELT processes using Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse, Snowflake, and related technologies, with an emphasis on automation, performance, and data quality. Working closely with Data Architects, Analysts, and cross-functional teams, the Data Engineer ensures reliable data ingestion, transformation, and accessibility to support enterprise reporting and analytics. This role also contributes to the migration of on-premises SQL Server data solutions to modern cloud-based environments. Location: Remote (PST work hours, preferred) Compensation Range: $80,000-$115,000, with a typical starting range of $80,000-$110,000. Actual pay may vary based on skills, experience, job-related knowledge, and location. Final compensation will be determined during the interview process in accordance with applicable pay equity and transparency laws. What You'll Do Design and implement scalable data ingestion and transformation processes into Snowflake and downstream platforms Migrate on-prem SQL Server data processes to Azure-based solutions to improve performance and scalability Build and maintain ETL/ELT pipelines using Azure Data Factory and related tools Develop, test, and optimize SQL scripts, stored procedures, and data pipelines to ensure data accuracy and efficiency Implement monitoring, alerting, and self-healing capabilities to proactively resolve data pipeline issues Partner with business stakeholders and cross-functional teams to deliver data integration and MDM solutions Apply data standards, governance practices, and thorough documentation across all workflows Support CI/CD processes to improve deployment, automation, and code quality Mentor junior team members and contribute to continuous improvement of engineering practices Participate in a Tier-3 on-call rotation to support production systems What You'll Bring Required: 2+ years of experience in data engineering or analytics in a cross-functional environment 2+ years of experience with SQL development (SQL Server or equivalent) Strong proficiency in SQL, including query optimization and stored procedures Experience working with cloud data platforms and pipeline design (Azure Data Factory, Synapse, ADLS, etc.) Experience with Snowflake development (e.g., data loading, transformations, query performance) Solid understanding of ETL/ELT processes and data warehouse concepts Experience with version control (Git or TFS) and CI/CD practices Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities Effective communication and collaboration skills Preferred: Experience with Databricks, Postgres, DBT, or similar data tools Exposure to AI tools (e.g., Copilot, Claude Code, Cortex) Experience supporting or mentoring team members We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including: Competitive pay Medical, Dental and Vision Plans Paid Holidays & PTO Short and Long-Term Disability Paid Life Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan Employee Stock Purchase Plan Lithia Learning Center Vehicle Purchase Discounts Wellness Programs For a more detailed view, visit: www.totalrewards.lithiadriveway.com. High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required. We are a drug free workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. At Lithia & Driveway, we stand by our mission of Growth Powered by People, as we build a workplace that ignites ideas and opportunities to Earn Customers for Life. Our focus is on making the customer experience better; as we aim to meet our customers needs whether in person, online or a combination of both. Lithia & Driveway is the largest automotive retailer in North America and listed on the Fortune 500 (NYSE: LAD). Drive your career forward with roles in Sales, Finance, Service, Technology and Corporate. With thousands of vehicles and hundreds of locations, the career possibilities are endless. Join us as we accelerate towards growth in automotive and beyond!
