Business Data Analyst

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. Gather, identify, document, and maintain business and functional requirements for organizational data management needs .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in data analysis, data modeling, and business intelligence solutions, with a strong focus on stakeholder requirements and data integrity across various systems. Proficient in SQL and BI tools such as Power BI for effective reporting and visualization.

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Data Analysis TechniquesSQL ProficiencyBusiness Intelligence ToolsData ModelingAgile Methodologies

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisData MappingData WarehousingData Flow DiagramsSQLBusiness IntelligenceData VisualizationRelational Database DesignDimensional Database DesignTesting and Validation

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsVerbal CommunicationWritten Communication

Tools & Technologies

Power BISSRSData LakesData WarehousesCubes

Certifications & Qualifications

SQL CertificationMicrosoft Data Analyst Associate Certification

Industry Keywords

Business RequirementsFunctional RequirementsStakeholder RequirementsCross-Functional CollaborationAgile Processes

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Gather, identify, document, and maintain business and functional requirements for organizational data management needs
Liaise between business units and business intelligence developers to define requirements for reports, visualizations, data warehouses, and multi-dimensional cubes
Test and validate solutions to ensure quality and customer expectations are met
Develop and maintain knowledge of business data needs
Elicit and document stakeholder requirements for reports, dashboards, metrics, and KPIs
Collaborate with cross-functional teams on requirements and technical solutions
Perform data analysis, data mapping, process flow analysis, and design
Test enhancements and fixes and identify issues
Assure data integrity across data warehouses, data lakes, and integrated systems
Create source-to-data-warehouse mapping specifications, data models, and data flow diagrams
Build user stories with acceptance criteria and participate in Agile and Scrum processes
Participate in reporting development and implementation
Maintain relationships with departments and personnel
Maintain team documentation, standards, guidelines, and best practices
Provide business update reports to management
Propose effective data solutions and technologies for business intelligence solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in a business, operations, computer science, data analytics, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of 3–5+ years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Beginner to mid-level SQL certification and Microsoft Data Analyst Associate certification in Power BI or related certification beneficial but not required
Experience with data analysis techniques, standards, and best practices
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Experience with information systems, data modeling, business intelligence, relational and dimensional database design
Knowledge of data exploration, research, data warehousing concepts, testing, and business architecture principles
Experience using BI tools for data visualization and reporting
Experience working with cubes, measures, and dimensions
Understanding of SQL scripts and reporting and visualization techniques such as SSRS and Power BI

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
HSA, FSA, and Lifestyle Spending Accounts
401(k) with company match
Remote work options
14 paid holidays
Care and Parental Leave
Flexible Leave policy
Mentorship programs
Management training
Professional development opportunities
Dedicated coaching team
Employee-led committees