Manager of Data Analytics & Intelligence

EKN Engineering•Irvine, CA

13h

About The Position

As the Manager of Data Analytics & Intelligence, you will manage the Data Analytics team by delivering insightful reports accurately and on time. You liaise with both internal and external stakeholders to anticipate their needs and help to foster a data-led culture. You should be able to work with both technical and non-technical teams to define and measure key business metrics and use them in insightful reports.

Requirements

Competence working with and transforming relational databases in SQL or similar query-language and Power Query or similar GUI-based query tool
Experience managing various aspects of a data pipeline including data validation, data management, data analysis and data visualization
Advanced understanding of ETL best practices, and how to articulate them to both data analysts and developers
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, with 3-5+ years' practical experience
Experience building and deploying AI models, with demonstrated proficiency leveraging large language models including Claude to solve complex business problems
Quantitative and computational statistics aimed at process optimization
Strong understanding of Predictive Analytics and ML/AI development
Experience with cloud architecture and complex data structures
Familiarity with data warehousing concepts and performance tuning
Proficient in Microsoft Power BI
Networking skills including; authentication, using data connectors, and cloud storage
Ability to interface with various stakeholders
Great client-facing personal skills and communication
Demonstrate forward-looking, strategic thinking ability

Nice To Haves

5+ years of experience using PowerBI
Machine Learning/AI Experience
BS degree in Data Analytics, Math, Statistics, or related field
Proficient in SQL; R or Python
Experience in gathering and building requirements for analytics and project management
Strong understanding of Product Development and Process Optimization
Strong understanding of analytical and forecasting models, like Regression modeling, Cluster Analysis, Time Series and Forecasting
Ability to identify and surface critical business and product analytics metrics, translating data into clear, actionable insights for stakeholders at all levels

Responsibilities

Interprets data, analyzes results and identifies opportunities for new reporting
Validates data by continually reviewing both reports and data sources for accuracy and consistency
Independently creates and maintains reports and dashboards in Excel and Power BI
Adheres to (and helps improve) department standards and best practices
Manage and coach members of the Data Analytics team on technical issues and may act as a line manager
Administers and improves the data management system, including deployment pipelines
Documents client and internal reporting, including the reporting catalogue and data dictionary
Can understand and manage the ontology of our client and internal data independently
Partners with non-technical Project Managers to develop reporting suites for their projects (including setting KPIs)
Works with internal and external stakeholders to define clear signals of success with simple, easy-to-understand metrics
Operates effectively across all levels of the organization, building strong relationships with department heads and key stakeholders, managing competing priorities, and driving alignment to deliver results
Serves as a trusted analytical partner to senior leadership, responding to ad hoc executive requests with timely, accurate insights that inform strategic decisions
Leads and develops a high-performing team of data scientists and AI practitioners, fostering a collaborative environment that drives innovation and delivers impactful solutions