Jr. Data Quality Analyst

Columbia, MDfull time

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Sparksoftcorporation The Jr. Data Quality Analyst at Sparksoft ensures continuous improvement of data quality for government health programs by designing and executing automated data reporting solutions. This role involves data analysis, quality assurance, and collaboration in a SAFe Agile environment.

Responsibilities

Analyze data from a variety of sources, identify and correct errors and inconsistencies, and develop and implement processes to improve data quality.
Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and reliability of APS data.
Work with a range of data types, including structured and unstructured data, and use a variety of tools and techniques to analyze and improve data quality.
Use tools and techniques such as statistical analysis, data cleansing and transformation tools, and data governance frameworks.
Develop and implement data quality policies, procedures, and standards.
Document processes, prepare reports, and make recommendations for process improvements.
Develop new processes and procedures to enhance operations.
Collaborate with other teams to implement changes or updates to existing reports.
Demonstrate advanced Excel expertise, including the use of pivot tables, formulas, and conditional formatting.
Present responses and findings to business owners, customers, and leadership.
Provide support for ad hoc analysis to meet customer needs.
Perform statistical tests on large datasets to determine data quality and integrity.

Qualification

Experience with Agile methodologiesSAFe Agile certificationExperience with version control systemsEDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

Required

2+ years of experience in a data quality analysis role.
Experience with Agile methodologies, including SAFe and Scrum, and tools, including Jira and Confluence.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, Agile, deadline-driven environment.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
Must have lived in the United States for 3 of the past 5 years.

Preferred

Bachelor's or master's degree with a data or math focus.
SAFe Agile certification.
Experience with version control systems, including GitHub.
Experience in healthcare IT and an understanding of regulatory requirements such as HIPAA.
Experience with and/or knowledge of CMS processes and standards.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, Math, Data Analytics, or a related field.
2+ years of experience in a data analysis role.