Job#: 3031317 Job Description: We are hiring Senior Data Analyst!Role: Senior Data Analyst
Supporting: Large Financial Services Client
Location: McLean, VA (Onsite)
Assignment Type: Contract Only
Duration: 8 months (Possibility to extend)
Role Overview:We are seeking a Senior Data Analytics Contractor to deliver end-to-end analytics solutions across modern data platforms. This role focuses on building trusted datasets, developing high-impact dashboards, and delivering executive-ready insights using SQL, Python, Power BI, Snowflake, and Microsoft Fabric. You'll also leverage AI and Copilot tools to accelerate analysis, documentation, and stakeholder support while maintaining strong data quality and governance standards.
Key Responsibilities:- Gather requirements, define KPIs, and translate business needs into scalable analytics deliverables
- Write and optimize advanced SQL across SQL Server, Snowflake, and Microsoft Fabric
- Design and maintain analytics-ready data models (dimensional/star schemas, curated datasets)
- Build, enhance, and performance-tune dashboards in Power BI (DAX, Power Query) and Tableau
- Use Python for data wrangling, analysis, automation, and forecasting support
- Implement data validation, reconciliation, and quality controls
- Leverage Microsoft Copilot and approved AI tools to accelerate development, insights, and documentation-with proper validation
- Communicate findings clearly through concise executive narratives and data-backed recommendations
- Maintain clear documentation to support handoff and long-term maintainability
Qualifications:- 7-10+ years of senior-level experience in data analytics, BI, or consulting
- Advanced SQL expertise (CTEs, window functions, complex joins, performance tuning)
- Strong experience with SQL Server (T-SQL) and Snowflake
- Hands-on experience with Microsoft Fabric (Lakehouse/Warehouse, pipelines, dataflows, notebooks)
- Strong dashboard development skills in Power BI and Tableau
- Proficiency in Python for analytics and automation
- Familiarity with AI and Copilot tools, with demonstrated responsible usage
- Excellent communication skills and ability to independently deliver high-quality analytics
Compensation and Benefits: The pay rate for this position is between $40.00 and $52.45 per hour. Please note that the final rate may be contingent on experience and other factors.
This employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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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.
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