Production Programmer - Entry Level SQL Developer

DataLab USA™ is an analytics and technology driven database marketing consultancy. We combine sophisticated technology, cutting edge analytics and an intrinsic understanding of marketing to build large-scale addressable marketing programs for Fortune 500 companies. Our clients operate in multiple verticals: Financial Services, Insurance, Telcom, and Travel & Leisure.   We have placed in the INC 5000 list of fastest growing private companies for six times in the last ten years. At its heart, DataLab USA™ has the entrepreneurial spirit of a start-up. We judge ourselves on our ability to innovate, drive efficiency and deliver excellence for our clients   DataLab’s Marketing Technology Team is at the core of deploying value creation for our clients.  Our technology team’s problem solving, and out of box thinking translate into positive ROI and success for our clients.   Production Programmer is an entry level position in the Marketing Technology department with a focus on learning fundamental skills and applying them to existing processes.  Employees will largely be expected to learn by doing.  They will execute, monitor and QC existing ETL, Reporting and Campaign processes thereby contributing to the team while developing an understanding of DataLab’s solution and how it serves to achieve client goals.      **No sponsorship offered for this position** **Candidates must be local to Germantown, MD** Key Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities

Monitor existing process execution to ensure completion

Execute & review existing process QC reports

Review wiki and other documentation to understand existing processes purpose and steps

Update Wiki documentation to improve team documentation

Review ETL QC reports and identify any data quality issues

Run existing scripts to update DWH

Perform QC to ensure proper execution and completeness of DWH

Run existing scripts to generate client reports

QC & review report providing feedback to internal customers & stakeholders

Assist with minor modifications & enhancements to reports

Save all work with careful documentation (for QC and future use)

Run existing ETL data feeds and monitor for issues

Responsibility Details

Troubleshoot automated production tasks issues

Automate existing production code

Assist with development of ad-hoc reports

Know all client file inputs for a campaign, understand which would be critical for campaign processing and how the fields within each file are used in the campaign and results reporting

Setup new ETL scripts & QC for new client data feeds

Know when client files are expected; notify team members if they do not come in

Responsible for the movement of files and assets from FTP sites and/or emails to appropriate folders and notify appropriate team members

Be able to use FTP, MoveIT, JIRA and navigate through Wiki

Required Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Work experience a plus

Direct Marketing experience or knowledge a plus

Certifications/Technical training are a plus

Job Skills

Knowledge in SQL

Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel

Other Skills

Strong attention to detail

Ability to communicate clearly

Self-motivated

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively in a team environment

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being and financial security of our employees. Our benefits include: Health, Dental, and Vision Plans: Comprehensive coverage to meet your healthcare needs. Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Resources and support for personal and professional challenges. 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: Includes option for Traditional IRA or Roth IRA to help you plan for your future. Paid Time Off: Enjoy paid vacation and sick leave to maintain work-life balance. Company Holidays: Nine paid company holidays throughout the year.     DataLab USA™ is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. All offers of employment are contingent on passing a background check and drug test. Privacy Policy - DataLab USA™ | Targeting Better Results