Senior Tableau Developer (On-Site)

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of South Carolina's Division of Information Technology is seeking a Senior Tableau Developer to enhance analytics capabilities. This on-site role in Columbia, SC, requires strong skills in Tableau and SQL for delivering actionable insights and shaping strategies in a collaborative environment, supporting various teams across the University.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Tableau development.
• Proven ability to create complex, dynamic Tableau dashboards.
• Tableau Certification (Desktop Certified Professional or Server Certified Associate).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver data-driven insights.
• Advance the University’s analytics platform powered by Tableau Server.
• Optimize Tableau Server performance and maintain user security protocols.

Skills

SQL

Communication

Tableau

Data Integration

ETL Processes

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology

Bachelor’s degree in Data Science

Tools

Tableau Server

Tableau Desktop

Tableau Prep

SQL Server

PostgreSQL

Oracle

Job description

The University of South Carolina’s Division of Information Technology is seeking a Senior Tableau Developer to join our dynamic analytics team.

This role will be critical in advancing the University’s analytics platform, Carolina Analytics, powered by Tableau Server. As a Senior Tableau Developer, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including data scientists, business analysts, and IT professionals, to deliver high-quality, data-driven insights that support decision-making at all levels of the University.

This position is on-site in Columbia, SC.

Location

Love where you work: the iconic USC Horseshoe and tree-lined campus is in the heart of Columbia, SC! Enjoy easy access to vibrant city life, dining, and cultural events, all steps from campus!

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Tableau development, including Tableau Server and Tableau Desktop.
• Proven ability to create complex, dynamic Tableau dashboards that generate strategic insights.
• Strong SQL skills with experience querying large datasets.
• Familiarity with data integration, ETL processes, and data warehousing concepts.
• Experience optimizing Tableau Server performance and maintaining user security protocols.
• Excellent communication skills to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Ability to work independently, lead projects, and collaborate within a team.
• Tableau Certification (Desktop Certified Professional or Server Certified Associate).
• Experience in higher education or public sector analytics is preferred.
• Knowledge of other analytics tools and programming languages such as Python, R, or Power BI is a plus.
• Experience with enterprise data platforms and cloud-based analytics solutions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiency in Tableau Desktop, Tableau Server, and Tableau Prep.
• Expertise in SQL and relational databases (e.g., SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL).
• Knowledge of scripting languages like Python or R is advantageous.
• Familiarity with APIs and data connectors for Tableau integration.

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions based on age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis under federal, state, or local law.