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DataKindData Integration Specialist (Contract-to-Hire Remote-US)
DataKind is seeking a Data Integration Specialist to join a major higher education initiative aimed at unifying data across multiple university systems. Founded in 2012, DataKind…
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DataKind is seeking a Data Integration Specialist to join a major higher education initiative aimed at unifying data across multiple university systems. Founded in 2012, DataKind designs scalable data-driven tools to address critical global challenges in areas such as education, health, and climate. In this remote position based in the U.S., the selected professional will map, transform, and consolidate disparate higher education data to help colleges and universities build robust…
Job Description
DataKind is seeking a Data Integration Specialist to join a major higher education initiative aimed at unifying data across multiple university systems. Founded in 2012, DataKind designs scalable data-driven tools to address critical global challenges in areas such as education, health, and climate. In this remote position based in the U.S., the selected professional will map, transform, and consolidate disparate higher education data to help colleges and universities build robust data capabilities for student success. Reporting to the Director of Research, the role involves working approximately 40 hours per week in a contract capacity through February 2027, with the possibility of converting into a full-time staff role.
This opportunity is ideal for individuals with a strong background in higher education data schemas, database management, and data quality assurance tools. Candidates must be available to work primarily between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM Eastern Standard Time and possess a permanent U.S. address with authorization to work indefinitely without sponsorship. While full-time staff members enjoy comprehensive benefits such as employer-paid medical coverage, a 401(k) match, and flexible PTO, applicants should note that benefits specifics vary based on employment classification.
Responsibilities
- Perform data mapping and execute transformations to establish a unified data model for an educational technology product
- Review, analyze, and prioritize data columns from various ed-tech platforms, including Student Information Systems and Learning Management Systems
- Evaluate and validate data mappings and transformations to guarantee accuracy and consistency
- Execute advanced data transformation processes like splitting, concatenating, filtering, and applying conditional logic to target fields
- Utilize tools such as dbt and Great Expectations to support quality assurance efforts
- Collaborate with cross-functional team members and external users to align the data model with operational needs
- Participate in required calls and video meetings to support the project scope
Requirements
- Demonstrated alignment with DataKind's mission and a commitment to educational equity and data-driven social impact
- Ability to translate data structures, handle partial matches, and resolve discrepancies in field meanings
- Experience in writing data dictionaries, mapping specifications, and tracking data lineage
- Familiarity with data architecture, governance, institutional data, and data quality checks
- Direct working experience with higher education data schemas and databases from SIS, LMS, and related platforms
- Proficiency in SQL and Python
- Strong project and time management skills to handle deadlines and communicate deliverables
- Must have a U.S.-based permanent address and full-time work authorization without the need for employer visa sponsorship
- Must be able to work primarily between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM Eastern Standard Time
Qualifications
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies
- Ability to use Git for version control
- Proficiency in Python and SQL
- Experience with complex data transformation tools such as dbt and validation frameworks like Great Expectations
- Prior background working in higher education data environments or data integration firms
Core Skills
Benefits
- Flexibility with shared time off, organization-wide recharge days, bi-weekly meeting-free days, and flexible PTO with a minimum of 20 vacation days encouraged annually
- 100% employer-paid medical, vision, and dental benefits for employees and 72% coverage for dependents
- Wellness reimbursement program
- 12 weeks of paid parental leave
- Annual professional development funding along with mentorship and advancement opportunities
- 401(k) plan featuring a 5% employer match
- Opportunities for in-person connection at conferences, strategic planning sessions, and annual staff retreats
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Is this position remote?
Yes, this is a remote position based in the United States, though the posting requires the majority of working hours each day to fall between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM Eastern Standard Time.
What is the pay rate for this role?
The compensation rate for this position is between $60 and $67 per hour.
What is the employment type and expected duration?
This is a contract position scheduled to run until February 2027 for approximately 40 hours per week, with the possibility of conversion to a full-time staff position.
Are employee benefits provided for this contract role?
The posting states that employee benefits such as medical, dental, vision coverage, a 401(k) match, and paid parental leave are applicable for full-time staff.
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