**Our Purpose** _Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential._ **Title and Summary** Data Engineer II Overview: Mastercard’s Technical Implementation team is seeking a Data Engineer II to contribute to the data management aspects of client engagements, delivering and other innovative solutions within the Services group. In this role, you will develop robust data pipelines, implement scalable data solutions, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Additionally, you will help foster a high-performance, collaborative workplace culture. This hybrid position is based in Arlington, VA, requiring three days per week onsite. Technical Implementation is part of the Services within Mastercard group and one of its fastest-growing organizations. The Services group is responsible for acquiring, engaging, and retaining customers by managing fraud and risk, enhancing cybersecurity, and improving the digital payments experience. We provide value-added services and leverage expertise, data-driven insights, and execution. 100 of the largest corporations in the world use these products and services like Test & Learn™ for Sites, Test & Learn™ for Customers, Mastercard Intelligence Center, and other similar products which employ patented algorithms and workflows to design business experiences and interpret real-world data that evaluate, target, and refine business programs. Technical Implementation is a core component to these services, managing the data acquisition, integration, and transformation of client provided data within Test & Learn and other platforms for global engagements. Role: • Support the design, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise ETL processes for data platforms, for a global client base. • Develop scalable and efficient code to process data, ensuring availability and accessibility in a timely manner. • Collaborate with senior engineers to address data challenges, contributing to solutions that maintain high data quality. • Assist in the data delivery process, working alongside Data Engineers and Analysts to support accurate, high-value data solutions across various clients and industries. • Build strong working relationships with team members and clients, contributing to both local and global projects. • Learn and apply industry best practices, including version control, code reviews, and data validation, to ensure quality in data processes. • Use SQL and other database technologies to help optimize data processing and reduce the time required to handle large data sets. • Participate in efforts to automate routine data tasks and streamline processes. • Comply with all Mastercard internal policies and adhere to external regulations. All Abut You: • Experience as a Data Engineer or in a similar role, with a strong understanding of data engineering concepts and methodologies. • Strong knowledge of writing and optimizing SQL queries to retrieve, manipulate, and analyze data efficiently. • Experience with Relational Databases (RDBMS), with strong hands-on expertise in Microsoft SQL Server and related technologies. • Familiarity with ETL frameworks and the ability to design, implement, and maintain data pipelines. • Understanding of data modeling concepts and database design to support scalable data solutions. • Familiarity with at least one scripting language (e.g., PowerShell, Python). • Ability to analyze and troubleshoot data issues and provide solutions with minimal supervision. • Basic knowledge of testing and validating data to ensure accuracy and consistency in data pipelines. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. • Bachelor's degree in a quantitative discipline such as Engineering, Mathematics, Finance, Business, or a related field. Equivalent practical experience may also be considered. \#LI-NF1 Mastercard is an inclusive equal opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. In the US or Canada, if you require accommodations or assistance to complete the online application process or during the recruitment process, please contact reasonable_accommodation@mastercard.com and identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. Do not include any medical or health information in this email. The Reasonable Accommodations team will respond to your email promptly. **Corporate Security Responsibility** All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must: + Abide by Mastercard’s security policies and practices; + Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed; + Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and + Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard’s guidelines. In line with Mastercard’s total compensation philosophy and assuming that the job will be performed in the US, the successful candidate will be offered a competitive base salary based on location, experience and other qualifications for the role and may be eligible for an annual bonus or commissions depending on the role. Mastercard benefits for full time (and certain part time) employees generally include: insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance), flexible spending account and health savings account, paid leaves (including 16 weeks new parent leave, up to 20 paid days bereavement leave), 10 annual paid sick days, 10 or more annual paid vacation days based on level, 5 personal days, 10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays, 401k with a best-in-class company match, deferred compensation for eligible roles, fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities, eligibility for tuition reimbursement, gender-inclusive benefits and many more. **Pay Ranges** Arlington, Virginia: $106,000 - $169,000 USD