Transformation and Innovation Team - Analytics Solutions Senior Associate
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As a Analytics Solutions Senior Associate, within the, you will build AI-ready analytics datasets and semantic models, with a strong emphasis on Databricks lakehouse engineering as the foundation for Finance reporting and planning use cases and support a strategic migration from Oracle Database / Essbase to a modern stack using Databricks for curated, governed data products and Atoti for semantic/cube analytics., * Design and deliver curated analytics datasets in Databricks (conformed dimensions, metric-ready fact tables, standardized grains) that serve as the authoritative foundation for Finance semantic models and downstream consumption.
- Develop and optimize transformation logic and pipelines in Databricks (e.g., incremental processing patterns, performance tuning, cost-conscious compute usage), partnering with Technology while owning the data/modeling requirements and validation.
- Translate Databricks curated datasets into Atoti semantic/cube models (dimensions, hierarchies, measures, aggregation logic) and ensure performance and usability for Finance personas.
- Create and maintain structured semantic metadata (business definitions, synonyms, calculation narratives, grain constraints, permitted aggregations, known limitations) to improve GenAI grounding and reduce ambiguity/hallucination risk in natural-language analytics.
- Convert Essbase/Oracle logic into lakehouse and semantic-layer constructs, documenting mapping rules, assumptions, and gaps; support parallel runs and model validation.
- Ensure curated data + semantic models support Excel workflows via AnaplanXL, including drill paths, hierarchies, measure behavior, and user-facing definitions and contribute to cutover readiness, issue triage, adoption metrics, and decommissioning of legacy Essbase/Oracle-dependent reporting by ensuring Databricks datasets and semantic models meet functional and performance requirements.
- Establish reusable Databricks patterns (data quality checks, validation harnesses, reconciliation templates) and contribute to playbooks for Finance lakehouse and semantic modeling.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required (analytics, finance, engineering or related field), or equivalent experience; 4+ years of experience in data modeling, analytics engineering, data platform transformation, or Finance analytics roles (financial services preferred).
- Hands-on experience building curated datasets using Databricks (or equivalent lakehouse platform), including strong SQL and data transformation skills and an understanding of performance/cost tradeoffs..
- Experience designing semantic models for enterprise analytics (dimensions, measures, hierarchies, aggregation behavior) and partnering with BI/consumption teams.
- Working knowledge of GenAI integration patterns for analytics (e.g., natural-language-to-metrics, grounded responses via semantic layers) and how metadata quality impacts outcomes.
- Ability to translate legacy logic (e.g., Essbase/Oracle) into modern curated-layer and semantic-layer implementations, including reconciliation and validation.
- Strong analytical, independent problem-solving, and communication skills; able to partner effectively across Product, Technology and Finance stakeholders.
- High attention to detail, ownership mindset, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred qualifications, capabilities & skills:
- Experience with Atoti (or similar OLAP/semantic tooling) and understanding of cube design/performance considerations.
- Familiarity with Excel-based consumption patterns and add-ins (including AnaplanXL).
- Hands-on familiarity with Model Context Protocol (MCP) concepts and patterns (tool/schema exposure, semantic discovery, guardrails), especially in the context of analytics/semantic layers.
- Exposure to data quality rules, lineage documentation, access controls/entitlements, and audit/control expectations in Finance and agile delivery experience and familiarity with Jira/Confluence.
Benefits & conditions
We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.