Data Scientist (Data Analytics Developer II)
About The Position
San Diego State University is hiring a Data Scientist to join Analytic Studies & Institutional Research (ASIR), a team that sits at the center of academic planning, student success analytics, institutional reporting, and strategic decision-making. This is a builder role for someone who likes solving data problems, designing scalable analytics workflows, engineering reliable datasets, and developing analytical products that people use to make decisions. You’ll work across data engineering, business intelligence, analytics, and institutional strategy—partnering with technical and non-technical stakeholders to develop data solutions that improve how SDSU understands enrollment, student outcomes, academic operations, and institutional effectiveness. This work combines systems thinking, statistical reasoning, programming, data architecture, and communication. The right person for this role is energized by complexity, motivated by accuracy, and genuinely interested in how data infrastructure supports large-scale organizational decision-making.
Requirements
- Strong programming skills in SQL, Python, R, or related languages used for data manipulation, transformation, analysis, and automation.
- Experience developing scalable data analytics solutions and working with large, complex, and diverse datasets.
- Proficiency with business intelligence and data visualization tools such as Tableau and/or AWS QuickSight to develop dashboards, reports, and analytical products.
- Working knowledge of data modeling, statistical analysis, data engineering, and data operations principles.
- Experience building, maintaining, or supporting data pipelines, including data storage, transformation, integration, and front-end delivery processes.
- Knowledge of data quality management, metadata practices, and data governance principles, including data privacy and security protocols.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify trends, investigate data issues, and develop actionable insights.
- Ability to communicate technical concepts and analytical findings clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and contribute to project planning and implementation.
- Experience using project management and collaboration tools such as Jira or Trello.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment while building effective relationships with diverse stakeholders.
Nice To Haves
- Understanding of higher education reporting conventions, CSU policies, and institutional research standards preferred.
Responsibilities
- Develop scalable data analytics solutions using modern programming languages and tools, translating stakeholder requirements into effective technical deliverables
- Implement data pipelines, automation processes, and data engineering techniques to optimize institutional workflows and enhance data delivery
- Write, review, and optimize code for data processing, analysis, and visualization to support reporting and decision-making needs
- Design data models, algorithms, and statistical analyses to extract meaningful insights from large and diverse datasets
- Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and integrity through validation processes, quality checks, and adherence to data governance standards
- Maintain clear documentation of data processes, systems, and workflows to support transparency, reproducibility, and compliance
- Troubleshoot data issues and continuously improve data architecture, pipelines, and analytics processes
Benefits
- Generous Time Off: 15 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
- Retirement: CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare, and reciprocal agreements with other California public retirement systems, including the UC.
- Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision options at low or no cost.
- Education Support: CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents.
- Optional Offerings: FlexCash, life and disability insurance, legal and pet plans.
- Campus & Community: Access to the library, campus events, employee groups, and volunteer and social activities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
