Data Engineer, Crew Data Products

Delta Air Lines is seeking a Data Engineer for Crew Data Products to help build production-supported data assets that support Flight Operations and business decision-making. You will own the end-to-end data product lifecycle, partnering across IT and operational workstreams to turn crew data into analytics and insights that streamline processes. This onsite role is based in Atlanta, GA.

What you’ll get

• Competitive salary, an industry-leading profit sharing program, and performance incentives
• 401(k) with generous company contributions up to 9%
• Paid time off including vacation, holidays, paid personal time, and maternity and parental leave
• Comprehensive health benefits covering medical, dental, vision, short/long term disability, and life benefits
• Family care assistance including fertility support, surrogacy and adoption assistance, lactation support, subsidized back-up care, and programs supporting loved ones in all stages
• Holistic Wellbeing programs for physical, emotional, social, and financial health, including an employee assistance program for you and your household, free financial coaching, and resources for mental health
• Space-available flight privileges for employees and eligible family members (domestic and international)
• Career development programs aligned to long-term goals
• World-wide partnerships focused on community service and sustainability goals that reduce carbon footprint
• Business Resource Groups to support inclusion and connect employees with shared interests
• Recognition rewards and awards through Unstoppable Together
• Deltaperks with 500+ discounts and specialty savings, plus voluntary benefits such as car and hotel rentals, auto/home/pet insurance, legal services, and childcare

Responsibilities

• Develop a foundational data layer that improves integration and accessibility of data across teams and platforms
• Source new data into a temporal data store, partnering with IT to maintain continuity as upstream structures change
• Collaborate on a roadmap with technology, operational, and financial teams to transform crew data into business intelligence and support streamlined business processes
• Work with IT stakeholders to deploy assets into a production-supported environment
• Communicate effectively with senior leaders
• Ensure PWA contractual compliance and provide ad hoc analytics to improve operational performance and understand the impact of pilot behavior
• Stay intellectually curious, ask questions, and speak up with ideas
• Maintain a team-first mindset, prioritizing the success of the team and business partners
• Practice safety-conscious behaviors in all operational processes and procedures

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age and authorization to work in the United States
• High school diploma, GED, or high school equivalency
• Commitment to embracing diverse people, thinking, and styles
• Consistently prioritize safety and security of self, others, and personal data
• Experience building data architectures and developing business-critical data assets
• Proficiency in data modeling, database design, and data management tools and technologies
• Ability to translate ambiguous requirements into solutions that meet business needs
• Capability to communicate complex and technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders
• Skill in managing multiple projects, stakeholders, and workstreams simultaneously
• Ability to work cross-functionally and build strong relationships across departments

What will give you a competitive edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of work experience in Data Engineering, Decision Science, Analytics Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field; OR Master’s level degree; OR equivalent experience and/or a combination of both
• Knowledge of Crew Operations and data
• Understanding of the Delta Pilot Working Agreement or other airline collective bargaining agreements
• Familiarity with FAA pilot regulations