Analytics Engineer

Summary:

Join our collaborative data team at Virginia Tech, where we share success and responsibilities. As we transition to a modern data-lake architecture, we seek fast learners with a passion for supporting existing processes and a drive to explore new technologies. The data management and analytics team is central to our technology operations, managing our data warehouse, data lake, and business intelligence solutions. We need a problem solver dedicated to delivering top-notch customer service and data-driven decisions. The Analytics Engineer will be responsible for supporting and developing enterprise-level reporting and analytics solutions. 

As an Analytics Engineer you will:

• Develop critical data solutions based on business needs. 
• Contribute to and support the architecture of data solutions.
• Assist both business and technical users in data solution development.
• Collaborate with project managers, developers, and users to design cohesive data solutions. 
• Assess and enhance existing data solutions for issues, security, and improvements. 
• Manage multiple tasks and work with a diverse team. 
• Guide and review the work of technical peers and ensure quality assurance. 
• Think creatively and solve problems in a dynamic, collaborative environment. 

Reasons to apply today:

• Work-life balance
• Supportive, professional team environment
• Generous leave and comprehensive affordable health benefits
• Significant learning opportunities
• Formal employee recognition program

This position offers hybrid or fully remote options, with on-site requirements twice a year. 

Sponsorship is not available for this position. 

Required Qualifications

- Master’s degree in Information Technology or related field or a combination of education, training, and experience that equates to a Master’s degree.
- Experience with cloud data pipeline tools (AWS) and on-premise solutions (Talend).
- Practical experience with Business Intelligence tools (MicroStrategy, PowerBI).
- Extensive experience with relational databases (Oracle, Postgres, Snowflake) and advanced SQL.
- Effective team collaboration and communication skills. Ability to set competing priorities and meet critical deadlines.
- Experience in full system lifecycle development, requirements gathering and implementation.
- Committed to supporting and promoting a diverse and inclusive campus community.

Preferred Qualifications

- Strong motivation to learn and adapt to new technologies independently.
- Advanced skills in creating reports, dashboards, and OLAP cubes (MicroStrategy, PowerBI).
- Deep understanding of data warehouse concepts and database maintenance.
- Experience with AWS services (Airflow, Glue) and other cloud technologies.
- Proficiency in programming languages like (Python, SAS, R, Java).
- Knowledge of devops practices (Docker, GitLab, Jenkins, Vault).
- Experience with web services and APIs for complex data sets.

Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

$90,000 - $110,000

Review Date

2/28/2025

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance.  These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

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