IT Systems & Data Administrator

Description

Walther Farms is seeking an IT Systems & Data Engineer to support a wide range of technology initiatives across our multi-location operation. This role blends infrastructure management, data engineering, and hands‑on problem solving in a fast-paced agricultural business.

This position is ideal for someone who thrives on variety—one day you may be building data pipelines in Microsoft Fabric, and the next you’re troubleshooting a network issue or writing a script to automate a manual process. You’ll work both independently and as part of our existing team, coordinating with our third‑party IT support provider to keep systems running and continuously improving.

We’re looking for a quick learner who writes clean code, understands modern data and cloud platforms, and is just as comfortable talking through a problem with a team member as they are digging into a technical challenge on their own.

Strong communication, adaptability, and a genuine curiosity for technology are essential for success in this role.

• A strong communicator who can effectively work with internal teams and external partners
• Approachable and personable, someone who people are comfortable reaching out to for help and support
• Able to learn new systems, environments, and teams quickly
• Comfortable working across a wide range of technologies and switching between tasks throughout the day
• Equally at home writing code, analyzing data, and supporting infrastructure
• Confident taking ownership of projects and systems, while collaborating with external support resources
• Organized and responsive in managing and following up on support and project work
• Thrives in a fast‑paced environment where priorities can shift
• Takes initiative and consistently works to move issues and projects forward
• Interested in continuous improvement and bringing new ideas forward, not just maintaining the status quo
• Curious about emerging technologies including AI and eager to apply them in practical ways

• Design, build, and maintain data pipelines and integrations using Microsoft Fabric, SQL Server, and related tools
• Develop and maintain reports and dashboards using current reporting platforms
• Write and maintain scripts and custom applications (Power Shell, Python, SQL) to automate workflows and solve business problems
• Support and manage core infrastructure including Azure, Active Directory, servers, and network systems
• Maintain and improve network infrastructure (firewalls, switches, WAPs)
• Work in coordination with our third‑party IT support provider to ensure timely and effective end‑user support
• Serve as an internal point of contact to help prioritize, elevate, and resolve support needs
• Manage ETL processes, data exports, imports, and system integrations
• Leverage AI tools and automation to improve processes and efficiency across the organization
• Assist with and lead IT projects that impact operations across the business
• Support and maintain internal, industry‑specific software applications

• Microsoft SQL Server (including SSRS, SSIS, or equivalent)
• Microsoft Fabric and/or modern data lake house platforms
• Power BI or similar data visualization and reporting tools
• Python
• Microsoft Power Shell
• REST APIs and data integration patterns
• Azure cloud services and administration
• Microsoft 365 administration
• Active Directory and identity management
• Firewalls, switches, and wireless access points
• Microsoft Windows 10/11
• Linux / CLI fundamentals
• Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, ARM templates, or similar)
• AI-assisted development tools and workflows
• Attention to detail
• Willingness to learn
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• 5+ years of relevant education and or work experience
• Able to work full‑time (40 hours per week, 5 days a week)