Technical Data Analyst: Azure, PySpark & Spark SQL

smashcr; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

SMASH is seeking an experienced Technical Data Analyst to join our US-based team. You will work with large-scale datasets, cloud workflows, and modern data environments, applying SQL, Python, Spark, Spark SQL, PySpark, and Microsoft Azure to derive actionable insights.

You will collaborate with data engineers and business stakeholders, document data requirements, ensure quality, and contribute to scalable data processes.

Qualifications

• 5–6+ years of experience in technical Data Analyst or closely related data projects.
• Strong hands-on SQL
• Strong hands-on Python for data analysis and processing.
• Experience with Apache Spark and Spark SQL
• Hands-on PySpark experience
• Experience working within Microsoft Azure data environments

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex and large-scale datasets to identify trends, patterns, anomalies, and actionable insights.
• Develop advanced SQL queries to extract, transform, validate, and analyze data.
• Use Python and PySpark for data processing, transformation, automation, and analysis.
• Work with Apache Spark and Spark SQL to process and analyze large datasets efficiently.
• Support data analysis initiatives within Microsoft Azure environments.
• Collaborate with technical and business stakeholders to understand data requirements and translate them into analytical solutions.
• Perform data profiling, validation, reconciliation, and quality analysis to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Investigate data issues and perform root‑cause analysis across datasets and data workflows.
• Support the development and improvement of scalable data processes and analytical solutions.
• Document data requirements, business rules, analytical findings, and technical processes.
• Communicate technical findings clearly to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.

Skills

SQL

Python

Apache Spark

Spark SQL

PySpark

Microsoft Azure

Job description

SMASH is seeking an experienced Technical Data Analyst to join our US-based team. You will work with large-scale datasets, cloud workflows, and modern data environments, applying SQL, Python, Spark, Spark SQL, PySpark, and Microsoft Azure to derive actionable insights.

You will collaborate with data engineers and business stakeholders, document data requirements, ensure quality, and contribute to scalable data processes.