Python Analytics Engineer

Do you want to build your development and operational skills, leverage infrastructure as code techniques on AWS, and be part of a team helping to drive analytics and insights at Vanguard? The Desktop Analytics team drives forward Vanguard''s data science and analytics capabilities. The team maintains Vanguard''s desktop python tooling for analytics as well as low-code/no-code cloud based solutions such as AWS SageMaker Canvas. The team supports platforms integral to Vanguard''s analytics ecosystem.About YouYou care about software and have a passion for creating and operating well functioning systemsYou have contributed to software and data systems in the past that you feel proud ofFor you it''s more than a jobRole ActivitiesCreates platforms that internal partners can leverage on demand for new analytics use casesCreates custom integrations between existing Vanguard tools, components of AWS, and other vendor productsWrites documentation and provides support to internal partnersMentors junior crew by providing leadership and guidance on technical challenges; continual learnerDevelops automated tests for functional, performance, and security testingImplements instrumentation for monitoring product health, business metrics, and consumption patternsThoroughly understands and complies with IT policies and proceduresTechPython (Anaconda Python)Shell scripting (Bash, Powershell)AWS CloudFormationAWS LambdaAWS S3AWS KMSAWS IAMAWS EC2Atlassian BambooSpecializationsExperience with exploratory data analytics using PythonExperience hitting APIs using PythonExperience delivering shared technical components, especially build pipelines and APIsExperience with test automation and test-driven development practicesExperience building distributed, cloud-native, applicationsAWS certifications (Developer or Solutions Architect)AWS SageMaker CanvasCore Responsibilities1. Designs, implements, and deploys cloud platforms to support and meet business needs. Identifies, recommends, and implements opportunities for improvement and performance issue solutions.2. Provides advanced level technical support and ensures reliable operation of cloud production. Troubleshoots software systems on multiple cloud computing platforms and system integration into existing cloud computing platforms. Maintains comprehensive technical knowledge of software and infrastructure platforms.3. Develops technical standards. Tests and evaluates IT vendor products. Reviews configuration parameters to optimize system performance and maximize operation uptime4. Elevates code into the development, test, and cloud production environments on schedule. Provides follow up production support. Submits change control requests and documents.5. Learns and understands client area business functions and requirements. Determines the appropriate technical tool to address the client''s business needs.6. Trains and mentors more junior staff on processes and releases. Troubleshoots and resolves complex issues elevated from staff. Provides guidance and consultation as required. Updates, writes, and maintains documentation for the department.7. Administers system activities. Writes the technical portion of assigned deliverables. Performs systems analysis, including system requirements analysis and definition, and logical design.8. Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.QualificationsMinimum of five years related work experience, with at least two years development experienceUndergraduate degree in a related field or the equivalent combination of training and experience

Created: 2025-10-04