Senior Data Engineer (Sr Applications Analyst)

The Data Analytics team within the Information Technology directorate is seeking a Senior Applications Analyst.

Key Responsibilities

• Participates in defining data requirements for development, maintenance, and improvements by responding to questions concerning data design and implementation. Takes ownership of technical problems and see them through to resolution.
• Prepares time and cost estimates and schedules for data development, maintenance, and modification tasks.
• Reviews and analyzes data and existing test methods to determine the feasibility of design change requests, recommendations and refinements.
• Reviews and analyzes data and test results to ensure modifications have been made and tested, including ensuring MSTS computer users’ specifications have been satisfied.
• Analyzes user requirements, devises solutions, and prepares external specification documentation.
• Designs and documents data integration by preparing diagrams, logic charts and internal specification documentation.
• May provide technical assistance to the User Support Training organization.
• May plan and coordinate data-related activities, including:
• Coordinating requests for access to data.
• Developing, implementing, and reviewing data administration standards regarding validation, integrity, storage, and security of data; internal object naming conventions, and data access methods.
• Providing advice and consultation regarding data requirements and/or report design.
• Developing or modifying SQL code.
• Serve as a mentor in data analytics tools and technologies, including but not limited to SQL, Denodo, Power BI, and cloud-based data platforms.
• Developing and reviewing strategic and functional plans for the evolution of data and information architecture, including establishment of a centralized information repository.
• Creating data visualizations and reports.
• Directing data integration strategies.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and implement data-driven solutions.
• Reviewing and approving changes to the central repository and the DBMS structure.
• Providing assistance with data architecture methods.
• May formulate or define programming scope and objectives.
• May devise or modify procedures to solve complex problems.
• May review specifications and write programs, including coding, testing, debugging and documentation.
• May instruct, direct and review the work of other personnel.
• May prepare detailed plans to perform systems design.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Due to the nature of our work, US Citizenship is required for all positions.

• Bachelor’s degree in a computer related field or equivalent computer related experience with at least 5 years of relevant, progressively responsible experience.
• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of technical principles, theories, standards, practices and procedures in data analytics and/or data warehousing.
• Ability to coach or mentor less senior staff.
• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to lead complex projects that may involve other IT sections, other departments, and consultants.
• Ability to support multiple increasingly complex software applications or database platforms.
• Must have experience in broad range of tools and technology used by NNSS.
• Ability to solve complex design problems.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Demonstrate good problem solving skills.
• Demonstrate good technical trouble shooting skills.
• Demonstrate good testing and debugging skills.
• Demonstrate strong skillset in SQL Server and Oracle relational databases.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills
• The primary work location will be at the Losee Road facility in North Las Vegas, Nevada.
• Work schedule will be 4/10s Monday through Thursday (subject to change).
• Pre-placement physical examination, which includes a drug screen, is required. MSTS maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Ability to obtain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification credential under the Department of Energy Order 206.2, ‘ Identity, Credential, and Access Management ,’ and Supplemental Directive NNSA SD 206.2, ‘ Implementation of Personal Identity Verification for Uncleared Contractors .’

MSTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. MSTS is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

Annual salary range for this position is: $97,219.20 - $145,828.80.

Starting salary is determined based on the position market value, the individual candidate education and experience and internal equity.