Analytics Engineer

Spaulding Ridge; Toronto; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm requires an Analytics Engineer to lead their Power BI initiatives, combining technical skills with strategic oversight. The role encompasses shaping data solutions and fostering best practices to enhance client engagements. Ideal candidates have extensive experience in data analytics and business intelligence, showcasing strong leadership capabilities while mentoring global teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data analytics or business intelligence.
• Advanced proficiency in Power BI along with SQL skills.
• Experience with cloud data platforms and modern data stack tools like dbt.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of visualizations for complex data.
• Establish and manage the Business Intelligence Center of Excellence.
• Collaborate to design and implement data solutions aligned with objectives.

Skills

Data analytics

Business intelligence

SQL

Power BI

Education

Power BI certification

Degree in related field

Tools

Snowflake

Azure

AWS

Python

dbt

Fivetran

Matillion

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Spaulding Ridge is an advisory and IT implementation firm. We help global organizations get financial clarity into the complex, daily sales, and operational decisions that impact profitable revenue generations, efficient operational performance, and reliable financial management.

At Spaulding Ridge, we believe all business is personal. Core to our values is our relationships with our clients, our business partners, our team, and the global community. Our employees dedicate their time to helping our clients transform their business, from strategy through implementation and business transformation.

Analytics Engineer - Power BI Thought Leader

We are seeking an experienced Analytics Engineer to join our Data Solutions team as a Power BI thought leader and to lead our Power BI Center of Excellence. This role will combine technical expertise with strategic vision to drive the adoption and optimization of Power BI across our client base and internal teams.

Ideal candidates will be able to:

• Lead the development and implementation of visualizations that communicate complex data analyses to non-technical audiences showcasing best practices and innovative approaches using tools such as
• Establish and manage the Business Intelligence Center of Excellence, creating standards, guidelines, and training materials
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement data solutions that align with client business objectives
• Manage the analytics engineering and visualization lifecycle, including research, proof of concepts, architecture, design, development, testing, and maintenance
• Generate visualizations that communicate complex data analyses to non-technical audiences
• Partner with client stakeholders to foster the adoption of best data management practices
• Mentor and develop junior team members in North America as well as in our global delivery centers (GDC)
• Support sales cycles by leading scoping discussions and building proof of concept solutions
• Stay current with Business Intelligence tools and visualizations updates and industry trends, sharing knowledge across the organization
• Build and maintain Power BI Workspaces and developmental pipelines
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in data analytics, business intelligence, or related field
• Advanced proficiency in Power BI, including DAX, Power Query, and data modeling
• Strong SQL skills and experience with cloud data platforms (e.g., Snowflake, Azure, AWS)
• Experience with modern data stack tools such as dbt, Fivetran, Matillion, or similar
• Familiarity with Python and other programming languages used in data analysis
• Understanding of data architecture, data warehousing, and ETL/ELT processes
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts to non-technical audiences
• Experience in consulting or client-facing roles
• Track record of successful project delivery using Agile methodologies
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Power BI certification(s) (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst Associate – PL-300)
• Experience leading a Center of Excellence or similar initiative
• Knowledge of other BI tools (e.g., Sigma, Looker, Tableau) for comparative analysis
• Background in data governance and data quality management
• Experience with data science techniques and tools
  
  
  

Personal Qualities:

• Passionate about data and its potential to drive business value
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities
• Proactive problem-solver with a results-oriented mindset
• Adaptable and eager to learn new technologies and methodologies
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a people-first mentality
  
  
  

Join us in revolutionizing how businesses leverage Power BI and analytics to drive success!

Spaulding Ridge’s Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace

When we engage the expertise, insights, and creativity of people from all walks of life, we become a better organization, we deliver superior services to clients, and we transform our communities and world for the better.

At Spaulding Ridge, we believe our team should reflect the rich diversity of society and we take seriously the responsibility to cultivate a workplace where every bandmate feels accepted, respected, and valued for who they are. We do this by creating a culture of trust and belonging, through practices and policies that support inclusion, and through our employee led Employee Resource Groups (ERGs): CRE (Cultural Race and Ethnicity), Women Elevate, PROUD and Mental Wellness Alliance.

The company is committed to offering Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with Spaulding Ridge and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to our VP of Human Resources, Cara Halladay ([e-mail]). Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Business Consulting and Services

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