Lead Data Engineer (OIC+Python)

Company Description

CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER. It’s our heritage and it’s also our future. Because we don’t just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Data Engineer/Lead Data Engineer/Data Engineering Specialist for Oracle + GCPto design, build, and optimize scalable, high-performance data platforms. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise inETL/ELT frameworks, OIC, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP), and will work closely with business and technical teams to deliver reliable, secure, and analytics-ready data solutions.

A typical day for a Data Engineer involves a mix of technical and collaborative tasks. The main responsibilities include:

• Integration Development: Designing and building integrations using OIC's visual interface. This involves configuring connections, defining data mappings, and orchestrating complex business processes.
• API Management: Creating, managing, and optimizing APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) to facilitate secure and reliable data exchange.
• Troubleshooting and Support: Monitoring integration performance, identifying and resolving technical issues, and providing ongoing support for deployed integrations to ensure data integrity.
• Collaboration: Working with business analysts and architects to gather requirements, translating them into technical specifications, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver effective solutions.
• Documentation: Maintaining comprehensive documentation of all integration designs, processes, and workflows for future reference and maintenance.
• Best Practices: Adhering to industry standards and best practices for integration development and security.
• Implement data validation, data cleansing, and data quality controls to ensure accurate and reliable datasets.

Qualifications

Technical Skills:

• Proven experience with OIC: Hands-on experience developing integrations is essential.
• Strong Data Modeling skills (conceptual, logical, physical)
• Proficiency in SQL and Python
• Experience with Google BigQuery (GBQ) or Oracle 23ai
• Experience with Apache Airflow / GCP Cloud Composer / OCP Scheduler
• Database skills: Familiarity with SQL and PL/SQL.
• Deployment and testing: Experience with the full software development lifecycle, including testing and deployment processes.

Qualifications and Soft Skills:

• 10-13 years of experience is required. 
• Proficiency in Oracle Database (SQL, PL/SQL) and related tools (e.g., SQL Developer). 
• Strong knowledge of at least one of the Oracle ERP module, i.e. Financials, Procurement, Inventory, Order Management. 
• Knowledge of cloud technologies and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) or Oracle Goldengate is a plus. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex business and technical challenges.  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.  
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.  
• Detail-oriented with a focus on delivering high-quality, error-free solutions. 
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to addressing challenges. 
• Cultural Awareness: Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment and manage teams across different time zones. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Oracle certifications, i.e. Oracle Certified Professional (OCP)
• Knowledge of DevOps practices, including version control (e.g., Git), CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing.  
• Familiarity with Agile or Scrum project management methodologies.  
• Familiarity with OpenAI prompt engineering and Machine Learning / LLM concepts
• Knowledge of DBT

Additional Information

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel, we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

How We Work:

We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:

• We collaborate: Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
• We innovate: At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
• We execute: We are a performance-driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best-in-class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.

Our Approach to Flexible Work:
We embrace a flexible work model designed to empower a culture of growth, optimism, and wellbeing, where every employee can reach their full potential. Combining purposeful in-person collaboration with flexibility, our focus is to optimize performance and drive connection for moments that matter.

Who We Are:
Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, Monster High, MEGA and Polly Pocket, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

Mattel’s award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more.

Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers.

Mattel is an Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment.

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