Senior Data Vault Builder
New Haven, CT
Pay Range: $104,500 – $172,400/year
Overview
We are looking for a seasoned Data Vault Developer / Builder to support the implementation of Raw Vault, Business Vault, and Info Mart layers using Data Vault methodology. This role requires hands-on experience with VaultSpeed or equivalent tools (e.g., WhereScape 3D), strong SQL development, and a good understanding of data modeling, lineage, and integration patterns. The ideal candidate will have a track record of delivering performant, scalable data solutions in enterprise data environments, especially those leveraging Snowflake.
Core Responsibilities
- Design, build, and maintain Raw Vault components (hubs, links, satellites) using VaultSpeed or similar tooling (e.g., WhereScape 3D).
- Develop and optimize Business Vault and Info Mart layers to support business consumption and analytics.
- Implement performant ETL/ELT pipelines using SQL, views, stored procedures, and VaultSpeed-generated code.
- Interpret mapping documents and business rules; translate them into scalable and maintainable Data Vault models.
- Apply CDC (Change Data Capture) patterns and implement SCD Type 2 logic for historical tracking and accuracy.
- Monitor and tune the performance of data pipelines across all vault layers.
- Serve as a gatekeeper for source data profiling and validation to ensure design alignment.
- Generate technical diagrams and documentation to clearly communicate end-to-end pipeline logic from source to Raw Vault, Business Vault, and Info Mart.
- Ensure consistency with data governance, metadata standards, and VaultSpeed naming conventions.
- Collaborate with data architects, business SMEs, and analytics teams to clarify requirements and ensure business alignment.
Skills Qualifications
Required:
- Hands-on experience with Data Vault across all major layers: Raw Vault, Business Vault, and Info Mart.
- Strong experience designing and implementing Star Schema / Dimensional Models.
- Proficiency in VaultSpeed (WhereScape 3D experience is acceptable with willingness to complete VaultSpeed Academy training)
- Strong SQL skills, with experience building complex queries and transformation logic.
- Proficient in understanding and working with models in erwin or similar data modeling tools.
- Solid grasp of data lineage concepts, with the ability to produce lineage views in Snowflake.
- Experience in Snowflake environments, with a deep understanding of data warehousing best practices.
- Familiarity with metadata management, data governance, and MDM principles.
- This position requires occasional off-hours support based on business needs.
Preferred:
- Data Vault Certified Professional (DVCP) 2.1 certification
- Experience integrating with BI tools or self-service reporting layers
- Familiarity with Agile delivery frameworks (e.g., Scrum)
- Strong documentation and communication skills, especially when interfacing with business and technical stakeholders
Compensation
The wage range for this role takes into account a broad array of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The range below applies as long as the work is performed in Connecticut. We reserve the right to adjust the wage range if the position is performed in another location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $104,500 – $172,400/year.
Education
Required:
- BA or BS in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field
- 8+ years experience
Authorization to work in the United States is required
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Physical Demands
Must be able to remain in a stationary position for a majority of the workday.
Employee benefits include:
Time Away: 13 paid holidays per year in addition to vacation and paid sick leave, and flexible workweek schedules.
Professional Development: Certifications, designations, and tuition reimbursement.
Retirement Benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with matching company contributions, and cash balance retirement plans fully funded by the company.
Health and Wellness:
- Short-term disability and term life insurance fully paid for by the company;
- Up to 12 weeks of childbirth leave under STD policy.
- One week of fully paid parental leave for all new parents, including adoptive and foster parents.
- A variety of health insurance options, including premium-level family coverage and a pre-tax Health Savings Account with employer contributions. The Order’s health plans do not cover abortion, sterilization, or contraception, and the Order has helped advocate for other employers who do not want to provide coverage.
- Long-term disability insurance;
- Dental insurance;
- Vision insurance;
- Health club membership reimbursement;
- Employee Assistance Program
Military experience equivalency may substitute for some requirements.
***For consideration for this opportunity, please email your resume to info@uspro.net and include in your message the job title AND five-digit number that follows the job title***
Equal Opportunity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability and/or other protected categories. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodation(s) to qualified individuals with disabilities or needs, as required by law.
