Analytics Engineer

Working with a leading insurance client who are looking for an Analytics Engineer contractor - the requirement is for someone to play a key role in shaping data models (DBT), enhancing data quality and empowering stakeholders to make data-driven decisions. Analytics Engineer, key responsibilities:

• Develop, test, and maintain analytics models using dbt core
• Create dbt Tests and Documentation
• Utilise Git-Based Workflows
• Work closely with business analysts to translate analytical requirements into efficient and scalable data models
• On-Premises MSSQL Integration
• Python Development
• Champion Analytics Engineering Best Practices
• Continuous Improvement

• Proven experience building and maintaining analytics models with dbt core
• Strong understanding of and hands-on ability to create dbt tests and maintain dbt documentation
• Proficiency with Git and collaborative development workflows (branching, pull requests, code review)
• Demonstrable experience working with Python for data engineering or analytics purposes
• Ability to partner with non-technical stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver actionable data solutions
• Solid SQL skills, with the ability to write complex queries and optimise for performance
• Familiarity with data warehousing concepts, dimensional modelling, and ETL/ELT processes
• Experience with data quality assurance, testing frameworks, and troubleshooting data issues
• Strong communication skills and the ability to document technical solutions clearly