Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions. The Role: Xylem is seeking a Data Engineer to lead the RF Network Optimization and Reporting team with building and modernizing data pipelines and tools via API and cloud database integrations. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining data ingestion frameworks, real-time and batch API integrations, and workflows utilized by a team of Application Engineers and Optimization Engineers. Core Responsibilities: + Design and implement data pipelines that consume data from RESTful APIs, streaming sources, and third-party platforms. + Develop and maintain Python, Fabric, and/or Microsoft Power Platform-based workflows for structured and unstructured data. + Collaborate with application engineers and network optimization engineers to understand data requirements and deliver high-quality datasets used for customer-facing reports. + Optimize data ingestion and transformation processes for performance and scalability. + Ensure data quality, integrity, and security across all pipelines. + Monitor and troubleshoot data workflows and API integrations. + Work with cloud platforms and modern data tools + Document processes, schemas, and integration logic for internal stakeholders. Required Qualifications: + Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. + 3+ years of experience in data engineering or data analysis. + Strong proficiency in Python. + Proficient with API integrations (REST, Webhooks). + Strong understanding of SQL and relational databases. + Experience with cloud data platforms (Azure, Fabric, Superset, etc.). Preferred Qualifications: + Experience with Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) or Radio Frequency (RF) networks a plus + Experience with data orchestration tools (e.g., Airflow, Prefect). + Experience with streaming data (e.g., Kafka, Event Hubs, Pub/Sub). + Experience with Atlassian products and integrations (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket) + Exposure to containerization (e.g., Docker, Podman). + Knowledge of version control (Git) and CI/CD practices. + Familiarity with ITIL business practices Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world. At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.   Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation