Analytics Engineer III

Join Our Team in Boston, MA

Are you passionate about transforming raw data into trusted, AI-ready data products? Boston University Information Services & Technology (IS&T) is seeking talented individuals to join our innovative and inclusive community. As part of the AI, Automation, and Data Engineering team, you will work at the intersection of analytics engineering, data engineering, and artificial intelligence. This role offers a flexible work environment with remote/hybrid options, with a preference for candidates who can be local to Boston, MA.

In this role, you will:

• Design, build, test, and maintain analytics-ready data models and transformations using modern tools such as dbt, SQL, and Python.
• Implement metrics and business logic within a semantic layer for consistent definitions across reporting tools and AI applications.
• Develop metadata, documentation, and structured context to enable LLMs and AI agents to accurately interpret and query university data.
• Build and support orchestrated data pipelines, delivering curated datasets, features, and embeddings for machine learning and AI analytics.
• Ensure data accuracy and reliability through data quality tests, data contracts, and observability.
• Apply software engineering best practices, including version control, code review, automated testing, and CI/CD.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business and research needs into data solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Data Analytics, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 5 years of professional experience in analytics engineering, data engineering, business intelligence development, or a related technical field.
• Advanced SQL and Python skills, with experience building data models and transformations using dbt or similar tools.
• Experience with software engineering practices, including Git, code review, automated testing, CI/CD, and pipeline orchestration.
• Experience with data modeling, data architecture, and semantic layer implementation in cloud lakehouse environments (e.g., S3, Apache Iceberg, Trino).
• Ability to analyze technical requirements and independently deliver complex solutions with minimal oversight.
• Strong communication skills and a solid understanding of data governance, privacy, and security best practices.

Preferences

• Exposure to LLMs, RAG, embeddings, or AI-driven analytics is desirable.

Boston University offers an excellent benefits package, including time off, retirement plans, and a competitive tuition assistance program. We invest in our staff's personal and professional growth through various learning opportunities and events.

Apply now to become a part of our dynamic team in Boston, MA. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and appreciate each individual's knowledge, experiences, and insights.

Subject Line: Exciting Opportunity in Data Transformation at Boston University

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