Job Description
Data Integration Specialist
Location Los Angeles, CA 90028
Date Posted May 15, 2026
Job ID 14590
Employment Type Contract
Pay rate $57/hour
Scion Technology has been engaged to conduct a search for an experienced Data Integration Specialist for our client, a catalyst for the broader "Data for Good" movement! This is a 100% remote contract position.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Play a critical role in consolidating data across multiple higher education systems to support a major university initiative. Utilize your expertise in data schemas, especially within the Ellucian Ethos ecosystem, to map, transform, and validate data to ensure accuracy and consistency. Contribute to a forward-thinking project within the higher education landscape, collaborate with a dynamic team, and gain valuable project experience. RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform comprehensive data mapping and execute required transformations to develop a unified data model for a higher education product.
Work extensively with Ellucian Ethos schemas and databases, including Banner, Colleague, and DegreeWorks.
Review, prioritize, and analyze data columns from various ed-tech systems such as SIS and LMS (including Anthology Student and Canvas) for inclusion in the integrated data model.
Evaluate and validate data mappings and transformations to ensure data integrity and accuracy.
Contribute to complex data transformation processes, including conflict resolution, data remediation, and business rule applications.
Collaborate closely with stakeholders to understand data needs and ensure the final model meets operational requirements.
Support data quality assurance efforts using tools like dbt and Great Expectations; proficiency in Python and SQL is a plus. QUALIFICATIONS
Direct experience working with Ellucian Ethos schemas and databases.
Familiarity with Higher Education data, including student information systems (SIS), Learning Management Systems (LMS), and related ed-tech platforms.
Proven ability to review and prioritize data columns across multiple systems for integration.
Strong understanding of data transformations, conflict resolution, and data integrity validation.
Experience with complex data transformation tools such as dbt and data validation frameworks like Great Expectations; at minimum, knowledge of SQL and Python.
Prior experience in higher education data environments or data integration firms is highly desirable. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
This contract position offers an hourly rate up to $57/hr, commensurate with experience. The organization provides a robust benefits package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. ABOUT OUR FIRM
Scion Staffing is a national award-winning staffing firm! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals with amazing career opportunities. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing. We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm can also be found online. Scion Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent. For opportunities located in a region that have enacted fair chance, arrest or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.
