Data Analytics Engineer - Contract/Stamford, CT

Job Description

Our client is seeking a Data Analytics Engineer to build and maintain the data foundation that drives informed decision-making across the organization. This role sits at the intersection of analytics, data engineering, and automation—owning the processes required to collect, standardize, and operationalize data across multiple systems to ensure consistency, reliability, and accessibility.

The ideal candidate will collaborate with stakeholders across investment, portfolio, operations, and leadership teams to translate business needs into scalable data solutions. This includes delivering standardized metrics, curated datasets, robust data pipelines, and actionable insights. A strong understanding of AI-driven tools is key to enhancing analysis and automation while maintaining rigorous validation and governance.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and standardize key metrics, data definitions, and reporting logic to establish a single source of truth across the organization
• Identify data gaps and recommend improvements to strengthen upstream data collection and processes
• Design, build, and maintain data pipelines to ingest, clean, transform, and validate data from various internal and external sources (e.g., CRM systems, investment pipelines, portfolio data, operational tools, and third-party datasets)
• Develop and maintain analytical layers and systems of record, including curated datasets, semantic models, and comprehensive documentation
• Create and manage ETL/ELT workflows, including API integrations, scheduled data refreshes, monitoring, and data quality assurance
• Build dashboards and visualizations that translate complex datasets into clear, actionable insights for cross-functional stakeholders
• Automate recurring data preparation and reporting processes; leverage AI tools to accelerate analysis and enhance data operations while ensuring strong validation controls
• Partner cross-functionally to gather requirements, define technical specifications, and deliver scalable data products such as datasets, dashboards, and automation solutions
• Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences, clearly documenting assumptions, definitions, and methodologies

Required Qualifications

• Strong experience working with data warehouses and lakehouses, including designing curated datasets for analytics and reporting
• Advanced proficiency in SQL and experience with relational databases, with the ability to troubleshoot data issues end-to-end
• Hands-on experience building and maintaining ETL/ELT pipelines, including orchestration, monitoring, and data validation practices
• Experience integrating data through APIs, including developing and maintaining ingestion frameworks and connectors
• Proven ability to design and deliver dashboards and visualizations that support data-driven decision-making
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and ownership-driven mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Familiarity with cryptocurrency markets and on-chain analytics, including protocol metrics, wallet/contract activity, and related data sources
• Experience developing and maintaining semantic layers and scalable data documentation
• Practical experience applying AI tools to improve analytics and automation, with a strong emphasis on validation and responsible use

About SOLTECH

SOLTECH is a leading national technology company based in Atlanta, driven by a steadfast commitment to integrity, strong company values, and customer centricity. For nearly 30 years, we’ve been part of the thriving technology community and have earned honors such as The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Top Workplace and the Best & Brightest Companies To Work For In The Nation.

Our exceptional team of engineers, designers, and strategists delivers custom software applications, technology consulting, AI and data engineering solutions, and IT staffing services that help organizations solve complex challenges nationwide.

Join us on our quest to make the world a better place by bringing to life innovative software solutions that make our lives easier, safer, healthier, and more productive.

If you’re an IT professional seeking your next career opportunity, we’d love to match your expertise with a role where you can thrive. Learn more at https://soltech.net/working-for-soltech/.

SOLTECH believes in the dignity of every individual and practices equal employment opportunity as a core principle. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, national origin, disability, or veteran status.