Job Description
The AI Data Engineer leverages AI-assisted tools (e.g., code generation, chat-style assistants, agentic workflows) to accelerate pipeline development, documentation, and problem-solving that transforms structured and unstructured data into enterprise-ready assets to power AI and analytics solutions. Built on Microsoft Fabric, Syracuse University's standard data and analytics platform, this role bridges raw data sources with generative AI applications across OneLake, ensuring data quality, compliance, and scalability. Joining an established Enterprise Data & AI team already building in Fabric, the AI Data Engineer serves as a key technical contributor to large-scale, university-wide initiatives, both current and emerging, that advance institutional strategy. At times, the incumbent may be dedicated to specific, university initiatives or partner units based on institutional priorities and cross-departmental projects.