It’s an exciting time in technology, and that buzz is felt throughout PetSmart! We are continuing to grow at a faster pace and we want to continue to provide best-in-class experiences for pets and pet parents.

Our Technology team has 6 different departments: Information Security, Service Delivery, Business Enabling Systems, eCommerce & Marketing Technology, Data and Stores, Services & Supply Chain.

Whether it’s online or in our stores, the work that the IT team does is instrumental in PetSmart’s success. We have a strategic and actionable plan underway and are looking for associates who are just as excited about it as we are.

Sr. Data Engineer

PetSmart LLC seeks a full-time Senior Data Engineer based in Phoenix, AZ. The Senior Data Engineer position is responsible for collaborating with various PetSmart business areas to design and build sustainable solutions to meet business needs and add significant business value. Execute detailed designs to ensure they meet specifications and ultimately the business requirements. Work with Solution Architects and business area teams to build detailed technical design and specification documents, to meet business needs, considering capabilities, risks, and system dependencies. Execute the build, test, and deployment of full lifecycle solutions – for Application Integration & Data Analytics (data integration) solutions. Build implementation plan and coordinate deployment with platform teams. Champion efforts to ensure appropriate development best practices. Work on multiple concurrent projects, meet business expectations, influence outcomes, and maintain stated timelines.

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in IT, MIS, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field and 5 years related (progressive, post-baccalaureate) experience. Must also have 5 years of demonstrated experience with each of the following: Using Python, Unix Shell scripting, Crontab, and Informatica PowerCenter 10.x with advanced and custom transformations; Working with web service protocols including SFTP, HTTPS, WSDL, and SOAP, and middleware tools including DataPower, XSLT, and Kafka for real-time messaging; Developing SQL, PL/SQL, and stored procedures for on-premises and cloud databases using Netezza, SQL Server, and Snowflake, and developing code and workload orchestration using Databricks, PySpark, Apache spark, and Snow SQL; Working with GCP cloud technologies, Tidal (enterprise job scheduling), and GIT or Agile version control systems; and Working with business intelligence and data warehousing concepts including ETL/ELT processes, schema design, data modeling, and data architecture and deploying business intelligence analytics tools like MicroStrategy. Employer will accept experience gained concurrently. Please apply online at https://careers.petsmart.com.

At PetSmart, we work hard to create a culture where every associate feels like they truly belong and we celebrate the unique stories, backgrounds, and experiences our associates share.  These experiences not only bring new perspectives in shaping our Belonging culture but they’re core to PetSmart’s success.

Not sure if you meet 100% of the position requirements and whether you should apply? We’d still like to hear from you and encourage you to apply with us! You just may be the ideal candidate for this role, and if not this one, perhaps another position.

Our home office offers outstanding amenities in a fun and rewarding workplace including:

• Pet friendly environment, bring your pets to work!
• On-site Dog Park
• “Top Dog” gym with equipment, fitness classes, massage therapists and personal trainers
• “Sit & Stay” Café serving fresh breakfast and lunch options
• On-site coffee bar
• “Lil’ Paws” learning center and onsite daycare facility (associate paid)
• Volunteer events with PetSmart Charities
• Learn more about #LifeAtPetSmart here: https://www.lifeatpetsmart.com/life-at-petsmart/
• Check out Associate stories and share in some celebrations at PetSmart: https://www.blog.lifeatpetsmart.com/
• Explore PetSmart Benefits here: https://benefits.petsmart.com/
• If you don't already live in the Phoenix area here's a guide to the area:  Welcome to Phoenix Guide

PetSmart provides an equal opportunity for all associates and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.