Data Operations & Automation Specialist

Cooley LLP; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Excellent benefits

PTO 20 days

Job summary

Cooley LLP in Palo Alto seeks a BIC Data Operations Specialist to support data execution, reporting, and automation outside core platforms. You will operationalize analytics and dashboards while collaborating with senior staff to maintain accuracy and speed.

This role requires 3+ years in data operations or related fields, strong Python and SQL skills, and familiarity with APIs. The role emphasizes confidentiality, process discipline, and growth through evolving tooling.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of directly applicable experience in data operations, reporting, analytics, or related support role.
• Strong analytical skills and comfort working with structured datasets.
• Proficiency in Python and SQL; familiarity with APIs and automation tools.

Responsibilities

• Run and maintain established reports, dashboards, queries, and extracts.
• Execute recurring data pulls for leadership, audits, and firm initiatives.
• Validate output accuracy and reconcile data discrepancies.
• Operate and maintain scripts, jobs, and API-based processes built by senior staff.
• Monitor performance, log results, and escalate issues as needed.
• Support data requests related to AI tools, governance, and cloud readiness.

Skills

Python

SQL

APIs & scripting

Data analysis

Dashboards & reports

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

iManage

Job description

Cooley LLP in Palo Alto seeks a BIC Data Operations Specialist to support data execution, reporting, and automation outside core platforms. You will operationalize analytics and dashboards while collaborating with senior staff to maintain accuracy and speed.

This role requires 3+ years in data operations or related fields, strong Python and SQL skills, and familiarity with APIs. The role emphasizes confidentiality, process discipline, and growth through evolving tooling.