Data Engineer - Finance AI Solutions

About Us:

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain scalable data pipelines and distributed data processing solutions using Spark, Scala/Java, and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
• Build and enhance batch and real-time data processing solutions to support analytical and operational workloads
• Develop APIs and data services that enable secure/efficient access to enterprise data
• Create and maintain data models, ETL workflows, and processing frameworks that support business requirements
• Apply established data governance, security, and quality standards throughout the development lifecycle
• Collaborate with engineers, product teams, and business stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver reliable data solutions
• Troubleshoot production issues, optimize data processing performance, and improve system reliability
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and continuous improvement initiatives to maintain engineering quality.
• Continuously learn and adopt new technologies, tools, and engineering best practices
• Core responsibilities of this job are articulated within this job description. Job duties may change at any time due to business needs.
• About You:
• 4 year degree in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Information Technology, Engineering, etc. or equivalent industry experience
• 1plus year of software development experience with Big Data technologies such as Spark, Hadoop, or distributed data processing frameworks
• Programming experience with PySpark, Scala, Java, or Python
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and cloud-based data services
• Familiarity with data modeling, ETL development, and data pipeline design
• Exposure to API development using REST or similar technologies
• Experience with SQL and relational or distributed databases
• Understanding of data governance, security, and software development best practices
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively on cross-functional teams
• This position will operate as a Hybrid/Flex for Your Day work arrangement based on Target’s needs. A Hybrid/Flex for Your Day work arrangement means the team member’s core role will need to be performed both onsite at the Target HQ MN location the role is assigned to and virtually, depending upon what your role, team and tasks require for that day. Work duties cannot be performed outside of the country of the primary work location, unless otherwise prescribed by Target. Click here if you are curious to learn more about Minnesota.
• Benefits Eligibility
• Please paste this url into your preferred browser to learn about benefits eligibility for this role: https://tgt.biz/BenefitsForYou_D
• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
• In compliance with state and federal laws, Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to [email protected]. Non-accommodation-related requests, such as application follow-ups or technical issues, will not be addressed through this channel.
• Application deadline is: 10/15/2026

Qualifications

• 4 year degree in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Information Technology, Engineering, etc. or equivalent industry experience
• 1plus year of software development experience with Big Data technologies such as Spark, Hadoop, or distributed data processing frameworks
• Programming experience with PySpark, Scala, Java, or Python
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and cloud-based data services
• Familiarity with data modeling, ETL development, and data pipeline design
• Exposure to API development using REST or similar technologies
• Experience with SQL and relational or distributed databases
• Understanding of data governance, security, and software development best practices
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively on cross-functional teams
• This position will operate as a Hybrid/Flex for Your Day work arrangement based on Target’s needs. A Hybrid/Flex for Your Day work arrangement means the team member’s core role will need to be performed both onsite at the Target HQ MN location the role is assigned to and virtually, depending upon what your role, team and tasks require for that day. Work duties cannot be performed outside of the country of the primary work location, unless otherwise prescribed by Target. Click here if you are curious to learn more about Minnesota.
• Benefits Eligibility
• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
• In compliance with state and federal laws, Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to [email protected]. Non-accommodation-related requests, such as application follow-ups or technical issues, will not be addressed through this channel.
• Application deadline is: 10/15/2026

Preferred Qualifications

• Please paste this url into your preferred browser to learn about benefits eligibility for this role: https://tgt.biz/BenefitsForYou_D