Data Operations Engineer Associate

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain Power BI datasets, semantic models, and reports used across multiple client engagements.
• Develop and optimize data models and DAX calculations to support scalable, high‑performance analytics and dashboards.
• Prepare, transform, and shape data for analytics using SQL, Power BI (Power Query), and Azure‑based data sources.
• Coordinate and support Power BI dataset refreshes, troubleshoot failures, and resolve performance or data issues.
• Perform data quality assurance to validate accuracy, completeness, and reasonableness of data prior to analytics and reporting use.
• Review incoming client data and develop mapping logic and documentation to support analytics‑ready SQL tables and Power BI datasets.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders to translate reporting and business requirements into clear, consumable Power BI dashboards.
• Support Azure‑based data environments that feed Power BI solutions, including SQL databases, Azure Data Factory pipelines, and SFTP integrations.
• Enable secure client data ingestion by supporting SFTP access, file transfers, and troubleshooting connectivity and ingestion issues.
• Work with healthcare data containing PHI, ensuring compliance with security, privacy, and data governance standards throughout the analytics lifecycle.
• Collaborate with internal team members and consultants to resolve data and reporting issues, prioritize requests, and support multiple concurrent client engagements.

• Bachelors in Computer Science, Information Systems, Analytics, or equivalent applicable experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of hands‑on experience with Power BI, expert level knowledge of Semantic Models, Parameters, Pipeline deployments, Incremental refresh policies, Measures, Workspace configuration and credentials.
• Strong experience with SQL and relational databases for analytics and reporting purposes.
• Experience designing and supporting analytics‑ready data models (star schema, dimensional modeling preferred).
• Familiarity with Azure‑based data environments that support analytics (e.g., Azure SQL, Data Factory).
• Experience working with multiple data formats, including flat files, JSON, and healthcare transaction files (837/835 preferred).
• Strong attention to detail, data quality, and documentation.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, multi‑client environment.
• U.S. work authorization required.

The estimated base salary range for this job is $100,000 - $145,000. The range represents a good faith estimate of the range that Huron reasonably expects to pay for this job at the time of the job posting. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to specific skills or certifications, years of experience, market changes, and required travel.

This job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s annual incentive compensation program, which reflects Huron’s pay for performance philosophy. Inclusive of annual incentive compensation opportunity, the total estimated compensation range for this job is $112,000 - $171,100. The job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s benefit plans which include medical, dental and vision coverage and other wellness programs.

The salary range information provided is in accordance with applicable state and local laws regarding salary transparency that are currently in effect and may be implemented in the future.

Huron Consulting Group offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage to employees and dependents; a 401(k) plan with a generous employer match; an employee stock purchase plan; a generous Paid Time Off policy; and paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Our Wellness Program supports employee total well‑being by providing free annual health screenings and coaching, bank at work, and on‑site workshops, as well as ongoing programs recognizing major events in the lives of our employees throughout the year.

All benefits and programs are subject to applicable eligibility requirements.

Huron is fully committed to providing equal employment opportunity to job applicants and employees in recruitment, hiring, employment, compensation, benefits, promotions, transfers, training, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Huron will not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, religion, veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, creed, citizenship or any other status protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business.

We endeavor to maintain a drug‑free workplace.