technical
Analytics Engineer
Analytics Engineers sit between data engineering and data analysis. You'll build data models using dbt, define metrics layers, ensure data quality, and make data self-serve for business users. A relatively new role that has become essential for scaling analytics in modern data teams.
$100k – $200k
Very High Demand
Moderate Competition
A Day in the Life
MorningReview data model pull requests, check test results
MiddayBuild new dbt models for product analytics
AfternoonWrite data documentation, train analysts on new metrics
EveningOptimize model performance, implement data quality tests
Key Skills
dbt (data build tool)Essential
SQL (advanced)Essential
Data ModelingEssential
Data Quality TestingImportant
Git Version ControlImportant
Metrics LayersHelpful
DocumentationHelpful
Career Growth Path
Data Analyst
Analytics Engineer
Senior Analytics Engineer
Lead Analytics Engineer
Head of Analytics Engineering
Ideal Personality Traits
SystematicQuality-focusedCollaborativeDetail-orientedPragmatic
Related Roles
Is Analytics Engineer Your Path?
Take our AI-powered career discovery quiz to find out if Analytics Engineer is the right fit for you — or discover an even better match.