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For more than three decades, Strategic Data Systems (SDS) has been a software consultancy firm specializing in strategy, technology, and business transformation for Fortune 100 companies, mid-sized firms, and startups. At SDS, we empower our development teams to address our clients’ critical business challenges by leveraging cutting edge technologies. If you seek a workplace where your contributions are truly appreciated, then SDS is the company for you. Join us today to work alongside fellow development specialists and become a crucial part of our dynamic and cohesive community.
 
Job Title: Data Architect / Principal Data Engineer 
Location: Onsite - Cincinnati, OH
 
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What You’ll Do
 
Squad: Machine Learning Data squad in Data Insights Tribe (Launching July 14, 2025)
Required: In office 4 days a week minumum. (Monday - Thursday)
 
We’re hiring a Principal Data Engineer to help launch our new Machine Learning Data team at Fifth Third Bank. This individual will play a key role in shaping how we serve data to power model development and deployment across the bank, especially within our Data Science space.
 
We’re looking for someone with deep experience in modern data engineering — ideally with a strong command of SQL, Snowflake, and dbt. You should be comfortable navigating ambiguity, curious about new ways to solve old problems, and energized by the opportunity to work cross-functionally with data scientists, product owners, and business teams.
 
A successful candidate will be self-directed, thoughtful, and collaborative — someone who’s just as comfortable designing a scalable architecture as they are jumping in to troubleshoot a failing job. Experience with machine learning pipelines, feature engineering, or feature stores is a huge plus. Experience in highly regulated industries like banking, finance, or healthcare is preferred.
 
This is a hands-on role with high visibility and high impact. We’re looking for someone who can inject fuel into this new team — bringing energy, expertise, and momentum to help us move fast and build with intention.
 
What You’ll Get
 
SDS, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
 

• Competitive base salary
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Optional life and disability insurance provided
• 401(k) with a company match and optional profit sharing
• Paid vacation time
• Paid Bench time
• Training allowance offering
• You’ll be eligible to earn referral bonuses!

 

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