Posting number: 2026-01207
Department: Seattle Information Technology
Job classification: Information Technology Professional A, Exempt
Posting type: Open
Categories: IT and Computers, Professional, Research
The City of Seattle Information Technology (IT) Department is seeking a Senior Data Engineer to support the Seattle Police Department’s Data Analytics Platform (DAP) and related data systems. This position is part of a collaborative team that provides technical leadership across data engineering and data science functions, ensuring reliable, scalable, and secure analytics capabilities for public safety operations.
The role supports an AWS-based data warehouse and analytics environment that powers public safety reporting, operational analysis, and the City’s commitments to data transparency and equitable service delivery. The data generated by this platform is high-visibility and high-stakes, informing decisions made by department leadership, City officials, oversight bodies, and the public.
As a city, Seattle is recognized as a progressive leader in technology, innovation, and environmental stewardship. As an employer, the City of Seattle continues to lead local government in advancing environmental responsibility, social justice, and equitable services—values that shape both the city’s identity today and its vision for the future. The City’s workforce plays a critical role in making this progress possible.
Seattle IT is a trusted partner that provides secure, reliable, and compliant technologies, enabling the City of Seattle to deliver equitable and responsive services to residents. This purpose statement reflects Seattle IT’s role and mission: it serves as a guide to ensure the department stays focused on why its work matters and remains committed to solving complex challenges. It underscores that Seattle IT exists to support City partners and is part of a larger organization working collectively to improve the lives of Seattle’s residents.
More than 600 professionals across Seattle IT contribute to the full spectrum of modern IT services, creating a dynamic environment with diverse career opportunities. We hope you will consider joining us.
The role collaborates closely with data scientists, data architects, developers, business stakeholders, program managers, and external partners to translate requirements into well-engineered data products. It contributes to long-term technology strategy by assessing emerging tools and AWS services for feasibility, cost, and business value.
The position coordinates Seattle IT resources to support and enhance the Seattle Police Data Analytics Platform (DAP) Data Mart/Warehouse. Responsibilities include operational monitoring, troubleshooting, stakeholder support (including occasional work outside standard business hours), and leading production support, infrastructure design, development, testing, and deployment.
Additional duties include planning, building, and implementing improvements to AWS-based analytics systems, on-premises data stores, and analytical models. The role evaluates requirements, feasibility, resource needs, and delivers updated data products in collaboration with business stakeholders, program managers, technical teams, and external partners. The role also researches future-state analytics solutions using emerging technologies and AWS services, evaluating feasibility, cost, business value, and resource impact, and participates in strategic discussions and presentations with leadership.
NOTE: Equivalent combinations of education/experience/training will be considered for the required qualifications except where specifically noted.
Salary: The full pay range for this position is $62.26 - $93.41 per hour. The salary for this individual role will be based on experience, training, and internal equity.
Benefits: The City offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits. Additionally, we provide free public transportation options.
Telework Expectations: This position offers flexibility of a hybrid work schedule. At this time, hybrid telework schedules have a minimum requirement of three days onsite per week, which is subject to change at any time at the mayor’s discretion. Individual schedules are based on operational needs and agreement between the employee and their supervisor.
Please provide a complete application. Attachments will not be reviewed. Applicants will be screened for competitiveness, completeness, and attention to detail. The most competitive candidates will be invited to interview.
Apply online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/seattle/. If you have any questions or need accommodation during the recruitment process please contact Jody Barlow at Jody.Barlow@seattle.gov.
Who May Apply: This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The City encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experience.
Why Join the City of Seattle: The City of Seattle recognizes that every City employee must play a role in ending institutional and structural racism. Our culture is the result of our behavior, our personal commitments, and the ways that we courageously share our views and encourage others to do the same. To cultivate an antiracist culture, we seek employees who will engage in the Race and Social Justice Initiative by working to dismantle racist policies and procedures, unlearn the way things have always been done, and provide equitable processes and services.
Background Check: This hiring process involves a background check of conviction and arrest records incompliance with Seattle's Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC14.17. Applicants will be provided with an opportunity to explain or correct background information.
Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) certification - You must pass a criminal background investigation and obtain CJIS certification for work on Seattle Police systems. Visit Qualifications - Police | seattle.gov for specific criteria.
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