Vertical Transportation Data Systems Analyst

Vertical Transportation Data Systems Analyst

Location:

Nashville, TN (Hybrid: 3–4 days/week in office)

Travel: 10%

Walker Consultants is seeking a Vertical Transportation Data Systems Analyst to support the growth of our emerging data-driven service offerings within the Vertical Transportation (VT) practice. This role will build internal systems and best practices, support client work across the country, and help expand Walker’s capabilities and reputation within the VT industry.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives on innovation, problem-solving, and building new systems from the ground up. If you enjoy working with data, developing tools, and contributing to industry-leading solutions, we’d love to hear from you.

• Collect, organize, integrate, and analyze VT data across large client portfolios.
• Build internal systems, workflows, and best practices for data storage, analysis, and reporting.
• Develop dashboards, analytics tools, and AI-driven insights to support internal teams.

• Provide data analysis, visualization, KPI reporting, and portfolio insights for clients.
• Create client-facing tools (Power BI dashboards, web platforms, APIs).
• Support VT Consultants through data reviews, field visits, and deliverable preparation.
• Participate in industry research, conferences, and thought leadership efforts.

• Experience with data analysis and visualization (Excel, Power BI, Tableau, Python, etc.).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP).
• Knowledge of databases, ETL processes, and data management.
• Ability to troubleshoot systems, ensure data quality, and interpret complex datasets.
• Strong communication, organization, creativity, and problem-solving skills.
• Interest in the Vertical Transportation industry (experience helpful, not required).
• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Analytics, Computer Science, or similar is preferred but not required.
• Based in Walker’s Nashville, TN office.
• Approximately 10% travel, including overnight and air travel, depending on project needs.

• Hybrid schedule (3–4 days/week in-office).
• Approximately 10% travel, including overnight and air travel, depending on project needs.

Base salary range (estimated): $75,000 – $95,000 per year. The final salary offered may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, location, internal equity, and other considerations permitted by law. We value open conversations about compensation during the recruiting process.

• Annual discretionary bonus program
• Opportunity to purchase Walker stock – Walker is 100% employee-owned
• Medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance
• Mental wellness benefits
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Spending Accounts
• 529 college savings plan
• Minimum of 3 weeks of Paid Time Off per year
• 9 paid holidays per year, including 3 paid floating holidays
• Bereavement leave and PTO donation options
• 100% compensation replacement during short-term disability leaves
• Paid parental leave with extended benefits
• Paid community involvement hours
• Tuition and licensure reimbursement and sponsorship of professional memberships
• Internal conferences and professional development opportunities
• Employee Resource Groups and Affinity Groups

You’ll help shape an emerging, high-impact service line while collaborating with a team of technical experts and industry leaders. You’ll have the freedom to innovate, build tools, and contribute to an evolving national practice.

Walker is 100% employee-owned. Our equity-based model allows shareholders to directly benefit from the firm’s success, rather than a traditional ESOP that focuses only on stock appreciation.

We are committed to maintaining fairness and equity in our pay practices. We welcome conversations about compensation during the recruiting process.

Walker Consultants is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We invite all qualified applicants to apply and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, disability, veteran status, or age. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and will provide accommodations during the application process as needed.

We may use AI tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications or resumes. Final hiring decisions are made by humans.

Location:

Nashville, TN (Hybrid: 3–4 days/week in office)
• Travel: 10%