Data Analyst

A globally leading technology company is seeking a highly skilled Data Analyst with a passion for collaborating closely with cross-functional and cross-organizational teams. This role requires a deep understanding of client processes and business requirements. The analyst will be responsible for documenting and analyzing business needs, conducting in-depth analytical investigations, and developing reporting metrics using Python, SQL, or other Big Data tools. Additionally, the analyst will communicate insights to stakeholders and key decision-makers.

This position will involve working with colleagues from a diverse set of product and engineering partners to design and build innovative reporting solutions that exceed industry standards and provide clear, accurate, and actionable insights. All qualified candidates are invited to apply!
Job Responsibilities:
Support discovery of business problems.
Analyze and interpret new sources of data.
Perform ad-hoc and reoccurring investigations and analyses.
Work with cross functional teams to generate seamless business intelligence solutions for business partners.
Present results of analyses to business units.
Prepare documentation and analysis for integration testing, audits and exams.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Facilitate meetings, collect minutes, gather action items, and drive tasks to completion.
Assist in all stages of implementation (requirements, test scripts, UAT, production release).
Create SQL/Python scripts to generate actionable data insights based on Business Requirements.
Work with business groups during UAT to address questions and solve issues.
Required Qualifications:
BS / MS in technical field (math, statistics, engineering, computer science, analytics, or similar).
At least 5-6 yrs experience working as a Business Data Analyst or related role.
Competent with SQL and working with Big Data Tools.
Programming skills in Python.
Proficient in MS Excel.
Experience applying analytical techniques to provide solutions to real business problems.
Strong interpersonal skills with ability to connect and develop strong partnerships.
Strong verbal / written communication skills.
Creativity to go beyond current tools to deliver best solution to the problem.
Inquisitiveness and a desire for continued self-improvement and development of new skills.
Comfort working independently and making key decisions on projects.
Ability to tell meaningful and accurate stories with data, analysis.

Type: Contract
Duration: 12 months (with a possibility for extension)
Work Location: Austin, TX (Hybrid)
Pay rate: $44.00 - $59.00 (DOE)