Senior Analytics Engineer

Summary

Join Certn, a fast-growing global technology company revolutionizing background screening, as a Senior Analytics Engineer. You will design, build, and maintain scalable data models, dashboards, and ETL/ELT pipelines to empower data-driven decisions across the company. Responsibilities include data modeling and transformation using dbt and SQL, pipeline development and maintenance using tools like Fivetran, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. You will also ensure data quality and governance through robust testing and documentation. This role requires expertise in analytics engineering, cloud warehousing (Databricks or equivalent), BI and dashboarding (Looker or similar), and stakeholder collaboration. Certn offers a fully remote setup, comprehensive benefits, paid vacation, and professional development opportunities.

Requirements

• Analytics Engineering Expertise: 3–5 years’ experience in analytics or data engineering, with expert-level SQL and dbt proficiency
• Cloud Warehouse Know-How: Hands-on experience with Databricks (or equivalent) and building data pipelines in a cloud environment
• BI & Dashboarding: Fluent in Looker (or similar), capable of crafting exec-level dashboards and translating data into actionable insights
• Stakeholder Savvy: Demonstrated ability to work with cross-functional teams, gather requirements, and deliver against business goals
• Start-Up Experience: Thrived in a high-growth SaaS environment and balanced speed with data quality and governance

Responsibilities

• Data Modeling & Transformation: Architect and maintain reusable dbt models and SQL transformations that fuel self-service analytics
• Pipeline Development & Maintenance: Design, optimize, and monitor ETL/ELT workflows (e.g., Fivetran) for accurate, timely data availability
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Product, Sales, Engineering, Finance, and Operations to define KPIs, metrics, and ensure data alignment
• Data Quality & Governance: Implement robust data testing, documentation, version control, and governance best practices to ensure stakeholder trust

Benefits

• Vacation Mode On: 4 weeks of paid vacation + additional health & wellness time off
• Health and Benefits: Comprehensive Package for you and your dependents
• Flex Life: Fully remote setup with a home-office allowance and flex stipend
• Growth Fuel: Budget to attend industry conferences, pursue certifications, or take advanced courses
• Impact & Ownership: Own critical system components that directly affect customer experience and platform stability
• Team Energy: Collaborate with passionate engineers who value craftsmanship, continuous improvement, and collective success