Remote Sr. Data Analyst IV
Apex Systems · Cedar Rapids, IA · 3 wk ago
Information Technology$65/hrContract
Max pay rate: $65/hr. Position is fully remote; candidates in Cedar Rapids, IA may optionally work from the office.
About the role
The Data Analyst supports enterprise reporting and analytics initiatives by transforming business requirements into data-driven solutions. The analyst performs data analysis, validation, testing, and requirements gathering activities.
Responsibilities
- Partner with business stakeholders to gather, document, and validate reporting and analytical requirements
- Translate business needs into technical data requirements and support solution design activities
- Analyze and profile data to identify quality issues, inconsistencies, and opportunities for improvement
- Develop and execute data validation and testing procedures to ensure accuracy and reliability of reporting solutions
- Perform data mapping, lineage analysis, and relationship modeling across multiple data sources
- Support user acceptance testing (UAT) activities, including issue tracking, investigation, and resolution coordination
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Data Analytics, Computer Science, Business Analytics, Finance, or a related field
- Experience working with relational databases and data warehousing concepts
- Proficiency in SQL for data analysis, validation, and troubleshooting
- Experience with Amazon Redshift or similar cloud-based data platforms
- Experience with Power BI or other business intelligence and visualization tools
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Experience supporting testing, user acceptance testing (UAT), and data quality initiatives (preferred)
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans
- Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
- 401K program with company match after 12 months of tenure
- Health Savings Account (HSA) on the HDHP plan
- SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions
- Corporate discount savings program and other discounts
- On-demand training program
- Access to certification prep, technical and leadership courses, books, and seminars after 6+ months of tenure
- Certification discounts and perks for associations including CompTIA and IIBA
- Dedicated customer service team for benefits and resources
- Access to a certified Career Coach