What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Systems & Data Administrator position at Walther Farms?
Description
Walther Farms is seeking an IT Systems & Data Engineer to support a wide range of technology initiatives across our multi-location operation. This role blends infrastructure management, data engineering, and hands-on problem solving in a fast-paced agricultural business.
This position is ideal for someone who thrives on variety—one day you may be building data pipelines in Microsoft Fabric, and the next you’re troubleshooting a network issue or writing a script to automate a manual process. You’ll work both independently and as part of our existing team, coordinating with our third-party IT support provider to keep systems running and continuously improving.
We’re looking for a quick learner who writes clean code, understands modern data and cloud platforms, and is just as comfortable talking through a problem with a team member as they are digging into a technical challenge on their own.
Strong communication, adaptability, and a genuine curiosity for technology are essential for success in this role.
Who You Are
- A strong communicator who can effectively work with internal teams and external partners
- Approachable and personable, someone who people are comfortable reaching out to for help and support
- Able to learn new systems, environments, and teams quickly
- Comfortable working across a wide range of technologies and switching between tasks throughout the day
- Equally at home writing code, analyzing data, and supporting infrastructure
- Confident taking ownership of projects and systems, while collaborating with external support resources
- Organized and responsive in managing and following up on support and project work
- Thrives in a fast-paced environment where priorities can shift
- Takes initiative and consistently works to move issues and projects forward
- Interested in continuous improvement and bringing new ideas forward, not just maintaining the status quo
- Curious about emerging technologies including AI and eager to apply them in practical ways
Requirements
Job Responsibilities
- Design, build, and maintain data pipelines and integrations using Microsoft Fabric, SQL Server, and related tools
- Develop and maintain reports and dashboards using current reporting platforms
- Write and maintain scripts and custom applications (PowerShell, Python, SQL) to automate workflows and solve business problems
- Support and manage core infrastructure including Azure, Active Directory, servers, and network systems
- Maintain and improve network infrastructure (firewalls, switches, WAPs)
- Work in coordination with our third-party IT support provider to ensure timely and effective end-user support
- Serve as an internal point of contact to help prioritize, escalate, and resolve support needs
- Manage ETL processes, data exports, imports, and system integrations
- Leverage AI tools and automation to improve processes and efficiency across the organization
- Assist with and lead IT projects that impact operations across the business
- Support and maintain internal, industry-specific software applications
Experience / Skills
- Microsoft SQL Server (including SSRS, SSIS, or equivalent)
- Microsoft Fabric and/or modern data lake house platforms
- Power BI or similar data visualization and reporting tools
- Python
- Microsoft PowerShell
- REST APIs and data integration patterns
- Azure cloud services and administration
- Microsoft 365 administration
- Active Directory and identity management
- Firewalls, switches, and wireless access points
- Microsoft Windows 10/11
- Linux / CLI fundamentals
- Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, ARM templates, or similar)
- AI-assisted development tools and workflows
- Attention to detail
- Willingness to learn
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Basic Qualifications
- 5 years of relevant education and or work experience
- Able to work full-time (40 hours per week, 5 days a week)