Data Analyst and Software Developer

This position is for an individual who can expand and optimize our data and how it is delivered and presented. The Data Analyst will be a complementary part of our team of software engineers that utilizes data and visualizes it for the meaningful use of others.

This position will be working in a dynamic, growing environment with an opportunity to make a large impact at various levels of web and mobile development with enterprise companies. We are not building 99-cent apps for the app store; our projects are web and mobile solutions for large enterprises that impact the lives of millions of people. This position will work closely with our experienced architects, developers, and project managers to contribute to successful projects.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Create and visualize data to increase product value and customer experience.
• Assemble large, complex data sets that meet functional/non-functional business requirements.
• Build the infrastructure for data extraction, transformation, structure and normalization as needed from a variety of data sources using relational and non-relational databases and big data technologies.
• Assist in optimizations for performance and operational improvements within the existing product infrastructure
• Gather and refine specifications and requirements based on stakeholder needs
• Utilize statistics and data models to develop meaningful and visual information.
• Ensure software stability by performing regression, unit, and user-acceptance testing to identify bugs and ensure a successful deployment process.
• Create and maintain documentation for data pipelines, data sources, and report logic
• Provide the necessary maintenance and support as necessary
• Identify opportunities to improve data accuracy, reporting efficiency, and existing data processes.
• Stay plugged into emerging technologies/industry trends and apply them to operations and activities
• Present analytical findings in a simple, practical way for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Coordinate and align with the designers to match visual design intent
• Collaborate with software development teams in developing and implementing data-driven features and solutions.
  

Qualifications:

• Exceptional analytical aptitude and attention to detail.
• 1-3+ years of fundamental experience in data analysis, data manipulation, object-oriented design, data structures, and problem-solving.
• Education: degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
• Proven work experience in data analysis and scripting languages.
• Programming skills and in-depth knowledge of query authoring (SQL) and JavaScript.
• Knowledge/experience with development technologies, frameworks, and libraries, primarily React, Node.js, and REST API.
• Adequate knowledge of relational database systems, object-oriented programming, and web application development.
• Aggressive problem diagnosis and creative problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work and thrive in a fast-paced environment, learn rapidly, and master diverse web technologies and techniques.
• Familiarity with source code management, such as Git.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and team collaboration.
• Familiarity with Python, R, or MATLAB is a plus.
• Portfolio showcasing dashboards, data visualizations, or analytical projects is a plus.
• Others:
  - A great attitude
  - Self-motivated
  - A drive to help their team be successful
  - Strong organization and communication skills (oral and written)