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. 

Who You Are 

• 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 

Requirements

 Job Responsibilities

• 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 (PowerShell, 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, escalate, 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 

Experience / Skills 

• 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 PowerShell 
• 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 

Basic Qualifications

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