Data Analyst

C4ADS · Washington, DC

Data + Analytics
Human Rights & Equality
Global Peace & Safety
Environment
$60,000 - $65,000 Per Year
Posted 1 day ago

Hadoop
Kubernetes
Project Management
Data Science
Python
Docker
Machine Learning
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Overview

We are looking for a Data Analyst to join our fast-moving data and technology team. As a Data Analyst at C4ADS, you will be responsible for collecting and structuring data, creating new methods of analysis, and maintaining C4ADS’ data infrastructure. The ideal candidate has experience collecting and cleaning data at scale, building data pipelines, and is comfortable working with all types of structured and unstructured data.

We are looking for people who are creative and passionate programmers willing to learn new skills and techniques to get the job done. Data Analysts are expected to demonstrate a high level of independence with their projects, acting in a coordination role with technical and non-technical stakeholders to complete various data engineering tasks. You will quickly gain practical skills through our in-depth training and will have the opportunity to expand your professional network—all in addition to a joyful work environment with generous benefits and flexible hours.


What You’ll Do

  • Help manage the data collection process, including cleaning and enriching outputs, for use in analytical workflows

  • Maintain the data dictionary which sources and provides documentation for all data and tools for C4ADS

  • Create innovative techniques for data analysis and automate processes where needed

  • Work with stakeholders, including the management and analytical teams, to understand and support their data infrastructure needs

  • Provide data analysis and technical support for publications

  • Assist the data team with optimizing and improving existing resources and tools

  • Keep our data organized and secure across company and client requirements

  • Proactively identify new data sources, collection methods, and analysis techniques that strengthen C4ADS’ mission impact


What We’re Looking For

Required

  • A degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Informatics, Information Systems, or another relevant field or certification

  • Strong attention to detail, with the ability to identify data gaps and quality issues

  • Strong project management and organizational skills

  • Experience using Python with an emphasis on natural language data

  • Working experience with web scraping tools like Scrapy and Beautiful Soup

  • Experience managing projects with git and working on development in a team environment

  • A strong commitment to personal and professional development

Bonus Points For:

  • Development experience with machine learning or natural language processing models

  • Experience with high performance and distributed computing tools for processing big data: Spark, Hadoop, OpenMP, etc.

  • Experience deploying and managing containerized applications and services: Docker, Kubernetes, etc.

  • Familiarity with modern, full-stack web development

  • Experience with geospatial data analysis

  • Experience with relational databases

  • Experience with cloud services – AWS preferred

  • Demonstrated interest in C4ADS’ mission


How We’ll Reward You

  • $65,000 salary

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

  • Voluntary 401k program with 4% match

  • Unlimited vacation time that focuses on the work, not hours

  • Professional development programs that allow you to customize your own courses and build your own development path

  • A $4,500 education stipend to continue learning new skills and languages

  • A passionate team that values hard work and is serious about building and maintaining a great culture

 

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