Data Analyst( Only W2--No C2C or 1099)

Job Title: Data Analyst

Location: Richmond, VA or McLean, VA (Hybrid)

Duration: Long-Term Contract

Employment Type: W2 Only

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Data Analyst to join our team on a long-term W2 contract. The ideal candidate must have 3–5 years of professional experience after completing their bachelor’s degree (prior to starting a master’s program) and strong expertise in Python, SQL, AWS, Tableau, and Snowflake. This role involves working with large datasets, building analytical solutions, and supporting data-driven decision-making across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform data extraction, transformation, and analysis using SQL, Python, and other analytic tools.

• Develop dashboards, visualizations, and reports in Tableau to support business insights.

• Work with cloud-based data infrastructure on AWS (S3, Lambda, Glue, Redshift, etc.).

• Develop and optimize ETL/ELT pipelines in Snowflake and other data systems.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.

• Ensure data quality, integrity, and security across multiple environments.

• Perform ad-hoc analysis and create automated reporting solutions.

• Document data processes, workflows, and best practices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field.

• Must have 3–5 years of industry experience AFTER completing the bachelor’s degree and BEFORE starting any master’s program.

• Strong proficiency in SQL for querying and manipulating large datasets.

• Advanced skills in Python, including Pandas, NumPy, and data processing libraries.

• Hands-on experience with AWS services used in data engineering/analytics.

• Experience working with Snowflake (query optimization, warehouses, schemas, data modeling).

• Proficiency in Tableau for building dashboards and visual insights.

• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree (completed after required 3–5 years of post-bachelor’s experience).

• Experience with Git, Airflow, or other orchestration tools.

• Knowledge of statistical modeling or machine learning concepts.

• Familiarity with Agile methodologies.

Additional Information

• W2 only — No C2C, No 1099.

• Hybrid work model (3 Days onsite).

• Candidates must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.