Senior Data Analytics Engineer

Out in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and 401(k) with employer match

Discretionary paid time off

Paid parental leave

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Fitness programs

Emotional and mental wellness support

Learning and development programs

Snacks in our offices

Job summary

Out in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics is seeking a skilled Data Analytics Engineer to enhance analytics for Axon software applications. This role involves developing data pipelines and dashboards, collaborating with public safety agencies, and training users on Power BI.

The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in public safety software projects and excellent communication skills. This position offers a hybrid work environment with up to 50% travel required.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in public safety software projects.
• Ability to operate independently on high-visibility projects.
• Experience mentoring or leading peers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain data pipelines and dashboards.
• Partner with public safety agencies to support digital transformation.
• Create training strategies and plans for customer software.

Skills

SQL Management Studio

Power BI

Reporting tools

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in computer science or data analytics

Tools

SSMS

AI-assisted development tools

Job description

What You’ll Do

We are seeking a well‑versed Data Analytics Engineer with expertise in SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), Power BI, and/or SSRS to support and enhance analytics for Axon software applications.

Location: Hybrid in office with up to 50% travel. Must be within commuting distance of a hub location: Scottsdale (AZ), Seattle (WA), Boston (MA), or Atlanta (GA).

Reports to: Director, Data Integration and Architecture.

• Develop and maintain data pipelines, models, and dashboards to support business analytics and reporting needs.
• Partner with public safety client agencies to understand their business processes, organizational needs, and how our products help their digital transformation.
• Configure system databases to prepare Axon Records and Standards analytics.
• Author and configure Power BI and/or SSMS reports, dashboards, and analytics for customers.
• Train public safety agencies on Power BI and/or SSMS reporting capabilities in Axon’s applications.
• Build tools that support clients in managing and navigating their digital transformation journey.
• Create training strategies and plans, including instructional materials for customer software.
• Apply effective instructional design methodologies and technologies related to reporting and analytics.
• Communicate testing plans, training plans, activities, and outcomes to internal and external stakeholders.
• Partner with Axon Academy to develop eLearning training assets and deliver via Azon’s learning management system.
• Collaborate with product engineering teams to assess content and system developments/customization, maintain testing/training materials, and update for clients as needed.
• Serve as a product subject‑matter expert (SME) in crime analytics and reporting.
• Optimize data models and queries for performance and efficiency.
• Leverage AI tools (e.g., Cursor, Claude, Gemini) to accelerate SQL query development, dashboard building, and data model optimization.
• Lead complex, multi‑agency analytics implementations end to end with minimal supervision.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior team members.
• Drive best practices for SQL development, dashboard design, template versioning, and data modeling across the team.
• Serve as the primary technical SME and escalation point for customer analytics issues.

What You Bring

• 7+ years of experience delivering and/or managing public safety software testing, training, and/or implementation projects.
• Demonstrated ability to operate independently on ambiguous, high‑visibility projects.
• Experience mentoring or technically leading peers.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in computer science or data analytics (preferred).
• Proficiency in SQL Management Studio, Power BI, or similar reporting language.
• Familiarity with AI‑assisted development tools to write, optimize, and troubleshoot SQL queries and build dashboards more efficiently.
• Deep knowledge of public safety crime analysis (preferred).
• Top‑notch communication skills and ability to explain concepts to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Exposure to software development and continuous process improvement.
• Proven success in transforming raw content into informative, engaging, and compelling learning experiences.
• Ability to write clear copy, instructions, and messages for internal and external audiences, including scripts for audio and video.
• Must pass a Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) background check and maintain confidential and highly sensitive information.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and 401(k) with employer match.
• Discretionary paid time off.
• Paid parental leave.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Fitness programs.
• Emotional and mental wellness support.
• Learning and development programs.
• Snacks in our offices.

Equal Opportunity & Diversity Statement

We are an equal‑opportunity employer that promotes justice, advances equity, values diversity, and fosters inclusion. We are committed to hiring the best talent – regardless of race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances – and empowering all of our employees so they can do their best work.

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