Job Description

AI Data Engineer II
$82,000 - $102,000 | Hybrid with in-person reporting to Duluth, MN

Shape the future of AI through data Build the data foundation that powers AI solutions across the organization.

We’re seeking a skilled professional to design and deliver the data pipelines, integrations, and scalable datasets that enable AI solutions to thrive. In this role, you’ll help power AI applications, agents, and intelligent automations by ensuring data is reliable, secure, accessible, and ready for real-world use. Working closely with AI Engineers, Data Analytics, and business teams, you’ll transform complex data into trusted assets that drive innovation, insights, and operational efficiency across the organization.

What You’ll Do

• Design, build, and support scalable data pipelines, integrations, datasets, and data flows that enable AI solutions and analytics.
• Prepare, transform, validate, and integrate data from enterprise systems, APIs, databases, Microsoft 365, Azure, and Power platform technologies.
• Collaborate with AI Engineers, Data Analytics, and business teams to ensure data readiness, quality, accessibility, and alignment with AI use cases and production solutions.
• Develop and maintain data models, transformation logic, reporting, documentation, and AI capabilities such as document ingestion, retrieval, embeddings, and analytics workflows.
• Apply testing, monitoring, security, privacy, governance, and responsible AI practices to deliver reliable, compliant, and measurable data solutions.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, data science, analytics, software engineering, computer engineering, or information systems required.
• Four or more years of experience in data engineering, analytics engineering, business intelligence, systems integration, data analysis, cloud technology, or related IT delivery required.
• This position may be subject to assessment of skills, job match and/or aptitude.

Preferred Experience

• Experience working with SQL and one or more programming or scripting languages such as Python, PySpark, JavaScript/TypeScript, C#, or similar.
• Experience working with databases, APIs, data pipelines, data models, and enterprise integrations.
• Familiarity with cloud data technologies such as Azure data services, Microsoft Fabric, Power Platform, Dataverse, or similar platforms.
• Understanding of AI and data management concepts, including retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), embeddings, vector search, data quality, governance, and secure data handling.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, testing, documentation, and operational support skills.

Ready to help power the future of AI at ALLETE? Apply today —we’re hiring now to support immediate AI solution delivery across the business.

ALLETE is a values‑driven energy company advancing a sustainable future through its nationwide family of clean‑energy businesses and regulated utilities, all grounded in a culture of integrity, safety, people, and the planet. Across the organization, teams contribute to meaningful work that supports reliable energy, innovative infrastructure, and a long‑term commitment to sustainability.

We’re headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota, which is located on the scenic shores of Lake Superior. Duluth offers a unique combination of professional opportunity and outdoor adventure and is a welcoming place to live and build your career.

The expected annual compensation range for this position is $82,000 - $102,000. Compensation offered will vary based on knowledge, skills, experience, and market conditions.

This position qualifies for a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Incentive Programs
• Retirement Benefits
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Voluntary Benefits
• Paid Absences, and more.

This position is posted externally as an AI Data Engineer II and is internally classified as a Programmer Analyst II.

Employer will not sponsor Visas for position.

External applicants must apply online via www.allete.com/careers.

This job posting will be available for application until the position has been filled OR the posting close date noted herein, whichever date is earlier.

ALLETE is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, please contact our Human Resources department at 218-723-3921.

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