Lead data quality and analytics initiatives: implement QA and testing to ensure data integrity, design sustainable data solutions, provide data-driven insights, and communicate recommendations to stakeholders while leading a small team.
- Quality Assurance: Implement comprehensive reviews and testing to guarantee data integrity, reliability, and compliance with established standards. Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to inform strategic decision-making.
- Champion Creative Solutions: Navigate ambiguity and tackle data challenges by designing and implementing innovative solutions that balance immediate needs with sustainable practices.
- Analytical Abilities: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot complex data issues and ensure high data quality and compliance.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written skills for clearly summarizing technical insights and actionable recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Experience: 3+ years in data management, data analytics, or data engineering field—with a proven track record in team leadership (managing teams of 3+ members).
- Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree from Tier I/II institutions; Master’s degree in Data Analytics, Information Systems, or another relevant discipline is highly desirable.
- Technical Skills:
- Required: Proficiency in Advanced SQL for data processing and analysis
- Desirable: Experience with data integration, ETL processes, and analytics tools (Airflow, dbt)
- Desirable: Familiarity with data visualization platforms (e.g., Tableau, Looker)
- Desirable: Familiarity with Cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP)
What you need to know about the Colorado Tech Scene
With a business-friendly climate and research universities like CU Boulder and Colorado State, Colorado has made a name for itself as a startup ecosystem. The state boasts a skilled workforce and high quality of life thanks to its affordable housing, vibrant cultural scene and unparalleled opportunities for outdoor recreation. Colorado is also home to the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, helping cement its status as a hub for renewable energy innovation.
Key Facts About Colorado Tech
- Number of Tech Workers: 260,000; 8.5% of overall workforce (2024 CompTIA survey)
- Major Tech Employers: Lockheed Martin, Century Link, Comcast, BAE Systems, Level 3
- Key Industries: Software, artificial intelligence, aerospace, e-commerce, fintech, healthtech
- Funding Landscape: $4.9 billion in VC funding in 2024 (Pitchbook)
- Notable Investors: Access Venture Partners, Ridgeline Ventures, Techstars, Blackhorn Ventures
- Research Centers and Universities: Colorado School of Mines, University of Colorado Boulder, University of Denver, Colorado State University, Mesa Laboratory, Space Science Institute, National Center for Atmospheric Research, National Renewable Energy Laboratory, Gottlieb Institute
