Senior Data Engineer - Analytics
For our client, we are seeking a Senior Data Engineer - Analytics to join the team of a leader in the Technical Services space. This role will partner closely with business stakeholders to translate operational questions into trusted metrics, models, and dashboards that support day-to-day decision-making. The work centers on dimensional modeling, analytics engineering, and building a reliable visualization layer that makes complex data accessible to non-technical teams. You will also help strengthen data quality, observability, and workflow automation across the analytics stack.
Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available
Compensation: $170,000 – $200,000 annually
Responsibilities:
Run discovery sessions with business stakeholders to identify true analytics needs Model operational data into dimensional models using dbt and SQL within a Databricks architecture Define and document metric definitions clearly for non-technical teams Build and maintain the visualization layer with metrics and dashboards in Power BI Ensure observability for data models through monitoring, testing, and regression checks Design orchestration workflows for data builds using dbt Cloud and Airflow Document processes thoroughly to facilitate knowledge transfer and usability Automate recurring tasks to enhance workflow efficiency
Qualifications:
6+ years in analytics engineering, BI engineering, data engineering, or business analysis with ownership of models and metrics Expert SQL with strong dimensional modeling instincts Experience with production dbt, including models, tests, macros, and CI Familiarity with cloud lakehouses or warehouses like Databricks, Spark SQL, Snowflake, BigQuery, or Redshift Strong background in BI tools, particularly Power BI and DAX, alongside experience with visualization layers
Benefits:
Work from anywhere in the US in a digital-first environment Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision insurance for employees and their families A flexible and empowering work culture fostering individual performance Unlimited Flexible Time Off (FTO) Competitive salary with equity options and a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.