Technical Data Analyst

Company: GEICO
Location: Rockville
Posted on: October 14, 2020

Job Description:

Are you ready to make an impact? If so, read on The Data Ingestion and Consumption team of Decision Sciences and Transformation (DSaT) department is seeking highly motivated Technical Data Analysts to start or continue an IT career on the Big Data project. Teaming up with Software Engineers, Scrum Masters, Leads, Managers and Directors, the successful candidate will work in an Agile environment to ingest application data from various partner systems into the Data Lake or work to make that data consumable on the Big Data Atomic Layer. In this role you will coordinate with a variety of IT departments to elicit and translate high level business requirements into detailed system requirements. You will participate in the entire software development lifecycle by writing and executing test plans, finding solutions to issues during development and after deployment. The candidate should be intellectually curious, have a solutions oriented attitude and enjoy learning new tools and techniques. Job Requirements Strong SQL, data mapping, and data profiling skills Working knowledge of Big Data and the Hadoop Ecosystem Assists developers with more complex and detailed projects including root cause analyses, gap analysis etc. Knowledge of Data transformation, Data management ETL processes Excellent time management skills and attention to detail is required Excellent verbalwritten communication skills, including communicating technical issues to non-technical audiences Strong problem-solving ability, critical thinking skills, creativeinnovative thinking Ability and desire to learn new skills and techniques A Bachelor's degree in a computer or information technology or currently enrolled in a degree program Desired Qualifications At least 2 years experience on writing queries using SQL Ability to work independently while supporting multiple projects in a dynamic environment Experience documenting business and system requirements, processes, workflows and test plans Experience with Relational Database (Microsoft SQ, Oracle or DB2) Understanding of ETL processes. Proficient in SQL and be able to extract validate data using SQL query. Understanding of software development, web technologies, and testing approaches Note The safety of our associates, both current and future, is GEICO's highest priority. At this time, most of our associates are working remotely due to the current COVID-19 pandemic. Candidates who are selected for this position will be trained remotely and must be able to work from home in a designated work area. Once GEICO determines it is safe for associates to return to the office, candidates may be required to work in our Chevy Chase, MD office. LI-AM1 DI-AM About GEICO For more than 75 years, GEICO has stood out from the rest of the insurance industry We are one of the nation's largest and fastest-growing auto insurers thanks to our low rates, outstanding service and clever marketing. We're an industry leader employing thousands of dedicated and hard-working associates. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, we offer associates training and career advancement in a financially stable and rewarding workplace. Benefits As a full-time Technical Business Data Analyst, you'll enjoy our Total Rewards Program to help secure your financial future and preserve your health and well-being, including Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting period Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave 401(k) Plan with Profit Sharing Tuition Reimbursement Paid Training and Licensures Benefits may be different by location. Benefit eligibility requirements vary and may include length of service. Coverage begins with the pay period after hire date. Must enroll in New Hire Benefits within 30 days of the date of hire for coverage to take effect. GEICO is an equal opportunity employer. GEICO conducts drug screens and background checks on applicants who accept employment offers. How to Apply Click "Apply for Job" to complete your application. You will need an active email address and phone number. Please upload your resume, preferably as Word .doc files or PDF. Once you begin your application you can save it and access it later. Your application should include any work andor internship experience from at least the past five years.

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