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Data Engineer

Transamerica
Transamerica Salary
Rapids, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/15/2026
Job Family

IT Operations

About Us

At Transamerica, hard work, innovative thinking, and personal accountability are qualities we honor and reward. We understand the potential of leveraging the talents of a diverse workforce. We embrace an environment where employees enjoy a balance between their careers, families, communities, and personal interests.

Ultimately, we appreciate the uniqueness of a company where talented professionals work collaboratively in a positive environment — one focused on helping people look forward and plan for the best life possible while providing tools and solutions that make it easier to get there.

   

Who We Are



We believe everyone deserves to live their best life. More than a century ago, we were among the first financial services companies in America to serve everyday people from all walks of life.

Today, we’re part of an international holding company, with millions of customers and thousands of employees worldwide. Our insurance, retirement, and investment solutions help people make the most of what’s important to them.

We’re empowered by a vast agent network covering North America, with diversity to match. Together with our nonprofit research institute and foundation, we tune in, step up, and are a force for good — for our customers and the communities where we live, work, and play. United in our purpose, we help people create the financial freedom to live life on their terms.

What We Do

Transamerica is organized into three distinct businesses. These include 1) World Financial Group, including Transamerica Financial Advisors, 2) Protection Solutions and Savings & Investments, comprised of life insurance, annuities, employee benefits, retirement plans, and Transamerica Investment Solutions, and 3) Financial Assets, which includes legacy blocks of long term care, universal life, and variable and fixed annuities. These are supported by Transamerica Corporate, which includes Finance, People and Places, General Counsel, Risk, Internal Audit, Strategy and Development, and Corporate Affairs, which covers Communications, Brand, and Government and Policy Affairs.

Transamerica employs nearly 7,000 people. It’s part of Aegon, an integrated, diversified, international financial services group serving approximately 23.9 million customers worldwide.* For more information, visit transamerica.com. 

Job Description Summary

The Data Engineer is responsible for the support of systems, services, and applications required for the collection, storage, processing, and analysis of all forms of data to enable data-driven decisions and outcomes across the enterprise.

Responsibilities

Job Description

  • Work collaboratively with other engineers, data scientists, analytics teams, and business product owners in an agile environment.
  • Support the operation of Cloud and On-Premises enterprise data infrastructure and tools.
  • Assist in the design and support of data pipelines to automate the ingestion, processing, and delivery of structured and unstructured batch and real-time streaming data.
  • Assist in the design and support of data APIs and data delivery services.
  • Assist in testing and integration of data related tools, frameworks and applications as directed.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, math, engineering, or relevant technical field
  • Related academic exposure or work experience in data engineering, data analytics, data warehousing, database administration, data integration or business intelligence
  • Related academic exposure or work experience in developing distributed applications
  • Related academic exposure or work experience with Linux operations and development, including basic commands and shell scripting
  • Related academic exposure or work experience with execution of DevOps methodologies and continuous integration/continuous delivery
  • Knowledge of SQL and basic database queries
  • Results oriented with a strong customer focus
  • Ability to work within a team environment
  • Willing to learn and keep pace with the latest technology advances and quickly grasp new technologies to support the environment and contribute to project deliverables

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in a technical field (e.g. computer science, math, engineering)
  • Understanding of big data and real time streaming analytics processing architecture and ecosystems
  • Experience with data analysis and data visualization tools
  • Software development experience in relevant programming languages (i.e. Java, Python, Scala, Node.js)
  • Relevant technology or platform certification (AWS, Microsoft, etc.)

Working Conditions

  • Hybrid-Office Environment (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays)
  • Occasional Travel

    This job description is not a contract of employment nor for any specific job responsibilities. The Company may change, add to, remove, or revoke the terms of this job description at its discretion. Managers may assign other duties and responsibilities as needed. In the event an employee or applicant requests or requires an accommodation to perform job functions, the applicable HR Business Partner should be contacted to evaluate the accommodation request.

    Compensation

    The Salary for this position generally ranges between $63,000 - $75,000 annually. Please note that the salary range is a good faith estimate for this position and actual starting pay is determined by several factors including qualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in-office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.

    Additionally, this position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company’s discretion.

    Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

    This is a hybrid position requiring three days in office per week in one of our hub locations (Philadelphia, PA; Cedar Rapids, IA; Denver, CO). Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position.

    What We Offer

    For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees.

    Compensation Benefits

    • Competitive Pay
    • Bonus for Eligible Employees

    Benefits Package

    • Pension Plan
    • 401k Match
    • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Disability Insurance
    • Medical Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Employee Discounts
    • Career Training & Development Opportunities

    Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits

    • Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.
    • Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).
    • Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars
    • Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.
    • Adoption Assistance
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • Back-Up Care Program
    • PTO for Volunteer Hours
    • Employee Matching Gifts Program
    • Employee Resource Groups
    • Inclusion and Diversity Programs
    • Employee Recognition Program
    • Referral Bonus Programs

    Inclusion & Diversity 



    We believe our commitment to diversity and inclusion creates a work environment filled with exceptional individuals. We’re thrilled to have been recognized for our efforts through the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index, Dave Thomas Adoption Friendly Advocate, and several Seramount lists, including the Inclusion Index, 100 Best Companies for Working Parents, Best Companies for Dads, and Top 75 Companies for Executive Women.



    To foster a culture of inclusivity throughout our workforce, workplace, and marketplace, Transamerica offers a wide range of diversity and inclusion programs. This includes our company-sponsored, employee-driven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which are formed around a shared interest or a common characteristic of diversity. ERGs are open to all employees. They provide a supportive environment to help us better appreciate our similarities and differences and understand how they benefit us all.

      

    Giving Back 



    We believe our responsibilities extend beyond our corporate walls. That's why we created the Aegon Transamerica Foundation in 1994. Through a mix of financial grants and the volunteer efforts of our employees, the foundation supports nonprofit organizations focused on the things that matter most to our people in the communities where we live and work.   



    Transamerica’s Parent Company 

    Aegon acquired the Transamerica business in 1999. Since its start in 1844, Aegon has grown into an international company serving more than 23.9 million people across the globe.* It offers investment, protection, and retirement solutions, always with a clear purpose: Helping people live their best lives. As a leading global investor and employer, the company seeks to have a positive impact by addressing critical environmental and societal issues, with a focus on climate change and inclusion and diversity.  

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