About the Role
We are seeking an entry-level Business Intelligence Data Engineer (T1) to join our BI team. In this role, you will help build and maintain data pipelines that move information from manufacturing and business systems into reporting tools. You will assist in tracking end-to-end data lineage, supporting data validation checks, and maintaining documentation for SOX compliance. This role serves as a functional connector between IT and internal business teams to support reliable reporting across the company.

Key Responsibilities 

• Design, build, and maintain data pipelines that move and transform data from source systems (e.g., ERP, MES, supply chain, finance) into reporting-ready datasets.
• Document and maintain data lineage from source systems through transformations to dashboards and reports.
• Ensure the accuracy, consistency, and usability of key business metrics, including validation checks and reconciliation.
• Build and maintain SOX-compliant data processes, including change management, access controls, audit trails, and documentation.
• Work closely with IT, Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, and other departments to understand business processes and translate them into reliable data solutions.
• Act as a bridge between technical and business teams, clarifying data definitions and resolving data quality issues.
• Manage work through Jira and follow version-control best practices in Git.

Required Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 1-2 years of experience in data engineering, BI, or a related role.
• Proficiency in writing foundational Python scripts and using pandas for data manipulation.Strong baseline SQL skills (joining tables, writing aggregations, subqueries, and standard transformations).
• Familiarity with version control using Git and task tracking via Jira.
• Understanding of basic data modeling concepts, data lineage, and data quality assurance methods.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with an eagerness to collaborate across business functions.

Preferred Qualifications 

• Familiarity with manufacturing, supply chain, or inventory accounting workflows.
• Exposure to ERP environments (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics).
• Hands-on experience with visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau.
• General awareness of SOX compliance, internal controls, or audit preparation requirements.

ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company,  assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package is created for all our employees. The typical base salary for this position is expected to be between $60,750 and $81,000 annually. If hired, the final base salary will be determined on an individual basis taking into consideration experience, skills, knowledge, education, and/or certifications.

Base salary is just one component of ZT Systems total rewards philosophy. We take pride in offering a wide range of benefits and perks that appeal to the variety of needs across our diverse employee base. Other rewards may include bonus, paid time off, 401(k) retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement, wellbeing resources, and more.

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

About ZT Systems

At ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, you’ll get to do work you are proud of alongside smart, passionate people. Every day, there are opportunities to collaborate with the best in the industry to design, build, and deliver impactful solutions to world-class customers. Along the way, you will gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment that’s challenging, rewarding, and career-defining.

A culture built around our values we work hard and think fast. We view challenges as opportunities—to do better, push harder, and be faster than we were the day before. When we fail, we learn from it and move on together. And when we succeed, we use the momentum to go even further. We create value with everything we do, building the foundation of today—and transforming the future of tomorrow.

Join ZT Systems and help us build technology infrastructure that connects the world.

What We Offer
At ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, we believe that investing in our people is key to our continued growth and innovation. When you join our team, you’ll gain access to a comprehensive and inclusive benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and professional development—both now and in the future.

Compensation & Financial Security

-Competitive base salary

-Performance-based annual bonus eligibility

-401(k) retirement savings plan

-Tuition reimbursement for eligible education programs

Health & Wellness

-Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with access to leading providers

-Mental health resources and employee wellness support programs-

-Company-paid life and disability insurance

Time Away & Work-Life Balance

-Paid time off (PTO) and company-paid holidays

-Parental leave and family care support programs

Growth & Purpose

-Structured training programs and on-the-job learning opportunities

-Matching gifts and volunteer programs to support causes you care about

These benefits are available to eligible employees and are designed to grow with you as your career evolves. Full benefits and eligibility varies by work location. Learn more about our benefits here.

ZT Group Int’l. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. ZT Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Please be aware that certain positions may require the applicant to either 1) be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or 2) be eligible to obtain an export control license or license exception from the Bureau of Industry and Science & U.S. Department of Commerce. All offers of employment will be conditional subject to the foregoing.