Data Analyst

Need Only USC/ GCJob Title: Data Analyst – Analytics & Data OperationsLocation: Atlanta, GA (Onsite)Duration: 12+ Months (Contract to hire) Job Description:Overview:We are seeking a Data Analyst who will play a critical role in delivering reliable insights, working closely with stakeholders, and ensuring data accuracy across the organization. This role goes beyond traditional reporting; the analyst will actively investigate and resolve data issues, collaborate with cross functional teams, and provide operational support for analytics systems. The ideal candidate is analytically strong, detail oriented, comfortable working with ambiguity, and capable of balancing business analysis with data operations and system support.Required Qualifications7+ years of experience as a Data Analyst or Analytics-driven roleStrong proficiency in SQL or Python (required) Experience working with databases and large, complex datasetsStrong experience with data visualization or reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau, or similar) Expertise with modern data platforms and analytics stacks (e.g., Azure, AWS, Databricks, Snowflake) Solid understanding of data validation, data quality, and reconciliation techniques Demonstrated ability to independently investigate complex data issues from source systems through reporting layers Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem solving skills Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively across technical and non technical teamsPreferred / Nice to Have QualificationsBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Analytics, Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Math or a related fieldFamiliarity with cloud data warehouses and ETL/ELT toolsExposure to data transformation tools (e.g., dbt) Experience supporting production analytics systems or data platforms Knowledge of basic statistics and experiment analysis (e.g., A/B testing) Comfort participating in off peak deployments and releases when needed