Summary
Shannon Baker is a senior data engineer based in Des Moines with eight years of focused experience and over two decades at Principal Financial Group, where she progressed from IT Lead to Sr Data Engineer. She combines deep Windows and application environment expertise with strong problem-solving and communication skills to deliver reliable, auditable data solutions for internal and external stakeholders. Known for pragmatic leadership, she thrives both independently and as a team coach, prioritizing honest client relationships that balance technical rigor with business outcomes. Her background in Management Information Systems from Iowa State University underpins a practical blend of IT operations and data engineering discipline, enabling her to translate complex technical issues into clear, actionable results.
7 years of coding experience
Bachelor of Science - BS, Management Information Systems, General, Bachelor of Science - BS, Management Information Systems, General at Iowa State University