Data Analyst / Data Engineer (Local Candidate)

Job Title: Data Analyst / Data Engineer

Client: Apex System/ Ahold Delhaize
Location: Salisbury, NC (Hybrid 3 days onsite per week)

Job Description

Ahold Delhaize is seeking an experienced Data Analyst / Data Engineer to support critical reporting and data initiatives across Supply Chain, Commercial, and Finance teams. This role will focus on maintaining and enhancing existing data pipelines, supporting established data models, and delivering high-quality business intelligence through PowerBI dashboards.

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Azure Databricks, Python, PySpark, SQL, and PowerBI, along with the ability to collaborate closely with business stakeholders and senior analysts. This position supports a high-priority initiative with aggressive timelines and requires someone who can deliver reliable, accurate data solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, enhance, and maintain data pipelines within Azure Databricks and related cloud environments
• Develop, optimize, and troubleshoot Python and PySpark code to support data workflows
• Support and maintain existing data models and data architecture (no new model development required)
• Design, develop, and maintain PowerBI dashboards and reports for Supply Chain, Commercial, and Finance teams
• Perform SQL-based querying, data validation, and data quality checks
• Partner with senior analysts to fulfill reporting requirements and ensure data accuracy and consistency
• Collaborate cross-functionally to translate business requirements into technical data solutions
• Contribute to a high-visibility project with tight deadlines, ensuring timely and accurate delivery

Required Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in Data Engineering, Data Analytics, or hybrid technical analytics roles
• Strong hands-on experience with:
• Python
• SQL
• Azure Databricks
• PySpark
• PowerBI
• Proven experience building and supporting data pipelines and cloud-based data platforms
• Strong experience developing business-facing dashboards and reports
• Ability to understand business processes and translate them into technical solutions
• Strong communication and stakeholder collaboration skills