Data Engineer

Date:  Jun 4, 2026
Department:  Global ICT
Job Type:  Direct Employee
Business Area:  Information Technology
Contract Type:  Permanent
Location: 

Cary, NC, US

Chiesi USA

Based in Parma, Italy, Chiesi is an international research-focused biopharmaceutical group with 90 years’ experience, operating in 31 countries. More than 8,000 employees across the group are united by a singular purpose: promoting a healthier world for our people, patients, and the planet. This is what drives us as we research, develop, and market innovative drugs across our main therapeutic areas. Discover more here. 

 

At Chiesi we are thinking generations ahead, driving sustainable innovation with purpose. This fosters a culture of reliability, transparency, and ethical behaviour at every level. As a Benefit Corporation and a certified B Corp, we have embedded sustainability in our bylaws and continuously measure our impact.  

 

Diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity are at the heart of who we are. We believe our differences make us stronger. We are a vibrant ecosystem of passionate, talented individuals united by strong values, each bringing unique perspectives that help us to continuously challenge the status quo for the better. 

 

Who we are looking for

This is what you will do

The Data Engineer will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable data pipelines and cloud-based data solutions. By leveraging on-premises and cloud technologies, the Data Engineer will ensure the efficient and reliable flow of data across the organization. This role is essential to enabling data-driven decision-making and supporting the company’s mission to harness data for business insights and innovation.    

You’ll be responsible for:

  • Manage Data Integrations
    • Design, develop, and maintain reliable and scalable ETL/ELT processes, integrating structured and semi-structured data from multiple sources using SSIS and Databricks.
    • Monitor existing and new jobs and data pipelines.
    • Troubleshoot and resolve data-related issues in a timely manner.
    • Optimize data workflows for high performance and scalability.
    • Implement data quality checks and ensure data integrity across various systems.
  • Support Projects
    • Design and implement scalable cloud-based or on-premises data solutions to support various business needs.
    • Design and implement SSIS packages and processes to support existing on-premises systems 
    • Create Power BI dashboards and paginated reports to support business users and reporting needs.
  • Collaboration
    • Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and business stakeholders to understand data requirements and deliver solutions.
    • Collaborate with the IT team to provide technical solutions and resolve issues.
  • Documentation
    • Maintain documentation for data processes and systems.

You will need to have

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • 7-10 years of experience as a data engineer or a similar role.
  • Strong proficiency in SQL Server, SSIS, and Databricks.
  • Strong SQL skills and experience working with relational database management system.
  • Knowledge of Master Data Management, data warehousing, data Lakehouse concepts, and ETL/ELT.
  • Familiarity with Azure services such as Azure Synapse Analytics and Azure Blob Storage.
  • Experience with Power BI, or other reporting solutions.
  • Familiarity with PowerShell, PySpark, Python or other programming languages.
  • Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, technical local and international team environment.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication skills (written and verbal).

We would prefer for you to have

  • Pharmaceutical industry experience.

Location

Hybrid position based in Cary, NC office. #LI-Hybrid

What we offer

No matter where your path starts at Chiesi, it leads to inspiring possibilities. Your future is our focus, and we are committed to nurturing your development in our dynamic, friendly environment with access to resources and training every step of the way.
 
We provide top-class benefits, including comprehensive healthcare programs, work-life balance initiatives, and robust relocation support. Our salary package is competitive, comprising a basic salary, performance bonuses, and benefits benchmarked against the external market. Additionally, we offer flexible working arrangements, remote work options, and tax assistance services for foreign colleagues, all designed to help you thrive.
 
Chiesi USA is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse work force at all levels of our business.  All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state or federal law. This policy applies with regard to all aspects of one’s employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits and termination.
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