Job Description

Job Title : Sr. Data Engineer Ontology & Knowledge Graph Specialist Department : Platform Engineering Summary : We are seeking a highly skilled Data Engineer with expertise in ontology development and knowledge graph implementation. This role will be pivotal in shaping our data infrastructure and ensuring the accurate representation and integration of complex data sets. You will leverage industry best practices, including the Basic Formal Ontology (BFO) and Common Core Ontologies (CCO), to design, develop, and maintain ontologies, semantic and syntactic data models, and knowledge graphs on the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform that drive data-driven decision-making and innovation within the company. Responsibilities : Ontology Development : - Design and implement ontologies based on BFO and CCO principles, ensuring alignment with business requirements and industry standards. - Collaborate with domain experts to capture and formalize domain knowledge into ontological structures. - Develop and maintain comprehensive ontologies to model various business entities, relationships, and processes. Data Modeling : - Design and implement semantic and syntactic data models that adhere to ontological principles. - Create data models that are scalable, flexible, and adaptable to changing business needs. - Integrate data models with existing data infrastructure and applications. Knowledge Graph Implementation : - Design and build knowledge graphs based on ontologies and data models. - Develop algorithms and tools for knowledge graph population, enrichment, and maintenance. - Utilize knowledge graphs to enable advanced analytics, search, and recommendation systems. Data Quality And Governance : - Ensure the quality, accuracy, and consistency of ontologies, data models, and knowledge graphs. - Define and implement data governance processes and standards for ontology development and maintenance. Collaboration And Communication : - Work closely with data scientists, software engineers, and business stakeholders to understand their data requirements and provide tailored solutions. - Communicate complex technical concepts clearly and effectively to diverse audiences. Qualifications : Education : - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field. Experience : - 5+ years of experience in data engineering or a related role. - Proven experience in ontology development using BFO and CCO or similar ontological frameworks. - Strong knowledge of semantic web technologies, including RDF, OWL, SPARQL, and SHACL. - Proficiency in Python, SQL, and other programming languages used for data engineering. - Experience with graph databases (e.g., TigerGraph, JanusGraph) and triple stores (e.g., GraphDB, Stardog) is a plus. Desired Skills : - Familiarity with machine learning and natural language processing techniques. - Experience with cloud-based data platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP). - Experience with Databricks technologies including Spark, Delta Lake, Iceberg, Unity Catalog, UniForm, and Photon. - Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.