Sr. Data Analyst

Job#: 3019174

Job Description:

Job Title: Sr Data Analyst

Job Summary

We are seeking a 10+ years' experience Technical Data Analyst with strong expertise in SQL and Python, hands-on experience with modern data platforms, and the ability to translate complex data into trusted, actionable insights. This role will work closely with engineering, product, and business stakeholders to support analytics, reporting, and data-driven decision-making at scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Write complex, high-performance SQL queries to analyze large, structured and semi-structured datasets
• 8-10 years of software development and deployment experience with at least 5 years of hands-on experience with SQL, Databricks, ADF, Datastage (or other ETL tool), SSAS cubes, Cognos, Tableau, Thoughtspot and other BI tools

Write SQL for processing raw data, kafka ingestions, adf pipelines, data validation and QA

Knowledge working with APIs to collect or ingest data

• Use Python for data analysis, automation, validation, and lightweight data engineering tasks
• Build, enhance, and maintain dashboards and reports using Tableau and ThoughtSpot
• Partner with data engineers to design, validate, and optimize ETL/ELT pipelines
• Work extensively with Databricks (Spark, notebooks, Delta tables) for data exploration and analytics
• Perform data quality checks, reconciliations, and root-cause analysis to ensure data accuracy and consistency
• Translate business requirements into technical data solutions and semantic layers
• Support self-service analytics by documenting datasets, metrics, and business definitions
• Collaborate across teams to troubleshoot data issues and improve reporting performance

Required Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in SQL, including complex joins, window functions, CTEs, and performance optimization
• Strong Python skills for data analysis and scripting (e.g., pandas, numpy)
• Hands-on experience with Databricks and distributed data processing concepts
• Hands on experience working with ETL tools and data pipelines (batch and/or streaming)
• Proficiency in reporting and visualization tools such as Tableau, ThoughtSpot, Cognos, SSAS Cubes
• Solid understanding of data warehousing concepts, data modeling, and analytics best practices
• Ability to analyze large datasets and communicate insights clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cloud data platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform)
• Familiarity with version control tools (Git) and CI/CD concepts for analytics workflows
• Exposure to data governance, metric standardization, and semantic layers
• Prior experience in enterprise-scale data platforms or COE environments

What Success Looks Like

• Trusted, accurate dashboards and datasets used across multiple business teams
• Efficient, well-documented SQL and Python code that scales with data growth
• Strong partnership with engineering and business stakeholders to deliver timely insights
• Proactive identification and resolution of data quality and performance issues

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.