Data Engineer Intern

WHY HILLPOINTE? Hillpointe is a fully integrated real estate development and investment management firm focused on developing market-rate workforce housing across the Sun Belt. Ranked at the top of NMHC's list of Builders and Developers, our team ensures best-in-class execution. Built on its long and proven track record of real estate development, the firm’s investment approach is centered around its in-house general contracting expertise, enabling direct control of cost and delivery timeframe. For each project, Hillpointe directly controls land acquisition, land development, construction, procurement of building materials, asset management, and capital markets. This is more than just a job - it's a career-defining opportunity! At Hillpointe, you'll be part of a dynamic, innovative team that has tangible impacts on day-to-day operations and contributes directly to overall success. Data Engineer Intern Do you want to put your skills to use to make a lasting impact in the multifamily development industry? We are looking for individuals eager to gain impactful experience while working with a team that is committed to providing a world-class living experience for the working class. Join the team at Hillpointe today and become a valuable member of a prominent builder and developer, where you’ll be at the forefront of our mission to create affordable housing solutions. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Design, build, and maintain scalable, resilient data pipelines to ingest, transform, and distribute data across internal and external sources Develop analytical data products and reporting solutions that translate complex datasets into actionable insights for cross-functional stakeholders Partner with the Power BI and Reporting team to validate data accuracy, enforce quality standards, and resolve discrepancies Architect and implement database schemas aligned with business logic, optimizing for performance, scalability, and long-term maintainability Administer and maintain data warehouse environments, including access controls, security policies, and user permission management QUALIFICATIONS Proficiency in Python or Rust for data ingestion, transformation, and integration across diverse sources and APIs Strong SQL competency, including schema design, object and permission management, query optimization, and adherence to development best practices Familiarity with Azure Data Factory and Microsoft Fabric/Power BI for orchestrating data pipelines and managing enterprise data warehouse environments Self-directed learner with strong communication skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment Experience with cloud data engineering concepts and data science methodologies is highly preferred Ability to engage with stakeholders to gather requirements, define data specifications, and deliver high-quality data products Knowledge of the multifamily real estate industry is a plus Working knowledge of additional programming languages or frameworks such as Node.js, React, or TypeScript is a plus Additional experience with Azure services and cloud infrastructure is a plus Experience creating and developing reports and dashboards in Power BI is a plus Familiarity and comfort with leveraging AI and AI-powered tools to enhance workflows and accelerate development is a plus