Senior Data Scientist Utility / Electric Operations W2 Locals San Ramon CA
Finezi
Contract
San Ramon, CA
Job description
Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Analyst to join our analytics team. This role is primarily focused on hands-on data analysis and data modeling (approximately 80%), with a smaller emphasis on advanced analytics and insight generation (approximately 20%). The ideal candidate has strong SQL expertise, experience with modern analytics tools, and a background supporting People Analytics or HR-related data.
Key Responsibilities
· Perform hands-on data analysis to deliver accurate, actionable insights to stakeholders
· Write advanced SQL queries using window functions, CTEs, joins, and optimized query logic
· Build, maintain, and optimize SQL-based data transformations using dbt
· Develop and maintain dashboards and reporting in Looker
· Partner with People Analytics, HR, and business teams to support workforce and talent analytics
· Analyze data from systems such as Greenhouse and Workday to support reporting and decision-making
· Ensure data quality, consistency, and reliability across analytics workflows
· Translate business requirements into clear analytical solutions
· Support ad-hoc analysis and strategic initiatives as needed
Required Skills & Qualifications
· Advanced SQL expertise, including extensive use of window functions
· Strong experience with Looker (required)
· Hands-on experience building and maintaining transformations in dbt
· Strong background in data analysis with exposure to analytics and insights work
· Experience using Google Sheets and Excel for analysis and reporting
· Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
· Strong communication skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications
· Experience with LookML development
· Background in People Analytics
· Hands-on experience with Greenhouse (ATS)
· Hands-on experience with Workday (HRIS)
· Experience supporting HR, recruiting, or workforce data initiatives
Role Profile
This is a hands-on Senior Data Analyst role focused on owning datasets end-to-end—from transformation to reporting to stakeholder insights. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and comfortable working closely with cross-functional partners.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $70.00 - $90.00 per hour
Work Location: In person