SQL / ETL Analyst

Chicago 3 days agoFull-time External
Negotiable
We are seeking a motivated SQL / ETL Analyst to join our data team and support the design, development, and maintenance of data pipelines and reporting solutions. This role is ideal for a mid-level analyst with strong SQL skills and hands-on experience using ETL tools such as Alteryx or Pentaho. The successful candidate will work closely with business and technical stakeholders to ensure reliable, high-quality data delivery and will contribute to improving and optimizing existing ETL processes. Key Responsibilities Develop, maintain, and optimize ETL workflows and data pipelines Write and optimize complex SQL queries, views, and stored procedures Build and maintain data solutions using Alteryx, Pentaho, or similar ETL tools Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions Perform data validation, quality assurance, and troubleshooting Monitor and improve ETL performance and reliability Support reporting, analytics, and downstream data consumers Document data processes, workflows, and technical designs Required Qualifications 5–8 years of experience in SQL development and ETL/data integration Strong proficiency in SQL (SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL, or similar) Hands-on experience with Alteryx and/or Pentaho Solid understanding of ETL best practices and data warehousing concepts Experience working with large, complex datasets Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills Preferred Qualifications Experience with additional ETL tools (SSIS, Informatica, Talend, etc.) Familiarity with BI and reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau, Looker, etc.) Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP Basic scripting experience (Python or similar) Pay: From $65,000.00 per year Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Experience: SQL: 6 years (Preferred) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL 60606