Strategy and Analytics, Engineer III

Company Description: McDonald’s is proud to be one of the most recognized brands in the world, with restaurants in over 100 countries that serve 70 million customers daily. As the global leader in the foodservice industry, our legacy of innovation and hard work continues to drive us. From drive‑thru updates to delivery to mobile order and pay, we are innovating quickly and growing. Joining McDonald’s means thinking big and preparing for a career that can have influence around the world. At McDonald’s, we see every day as a chance to create a positive impact. We lead through our values centered on inclusivity, service, integrity, community, and family. From the support of Ronald McDonald House Charities to our Youth Opportunity project and sustainability initiatives, our values keep us dedicated to using our scale for good: good for our customers, people, industry, and the planet. We also offer outstanding benefits including a sabbatical program, tuition assistance, and flexible work arrangements. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to the diversity of our crew members, staff, operators, and suppliers. We promote an inclusive work environment that creates feel‑good moments for everyone. We are interested in people who enhance our company culture: Does this role interest you? We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every single requirement! Department Overview We are seeking an experienced and technically proficient Data & Analytics Engineer III to join our Strategy & Analytics team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of data engineering, analytics, and business strategy. You will be responsible for designing and implementing scalable data solutions that transform raw data into actionable insights, enabling informed decision‑making across the organization. As a key partner to business and technical stakeholders, you will identify and integrate diverse data sources, build robust data pipelines, and develop intuitive dashboards and reporting tools. Your work will ensure visibility into key performance indicators and organizational priorities, with a particular focus on enhancing our understanding of security posture and operational effectiveness. This is a high‑impact role that requires a blend of technical expertise, analytical thinking, and strong communication skills. Duties Design, implement, and maintain dashboards and reporting solutions using tools like Power BI, SQL, and Python; translate complex data into clear, actionable visualizations for collaborators at all levels Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ingest and integrate diverse data sources; develop and maintain data pipelines and ETL processes to ensure quality, consistency, and availability Develop automation solutions using Power Automate and scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) to streamline data processes, reporting, and system integrations Leverage APIs to connect, extract, and synchronize data across multiple platforms and services, ensuring seamless interoperability Analyze large datasets to uncover trends, patterns, and insights that inform business and security decisions Partner with business units to understand key performance indicators (KPIs) and ensure alignment with strategic goals Apply data governance and data management guidelines to ensure compliance, accuracy, and security of data assets Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, or a related field 3+ years of experience in data analytics, data engineering, or business intelligence roles Hands‑on experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Looker Familiarity with programming languages such as Python or R for data analysis and automation Understanding of data governance, data quality, and metadata management principles Experience working with APIs and integrating data from multiple systems Good communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into business value Experience working in Agile environments and using tools like Jira or Azure DevOps Good communication and partnering skills, with the ability to engage business and technical teams, as well as markets across the globe Familiarity with developing and managing webpages that host embedded Power BI dashboards is a plus Compensation Bonus Eligible: YES Long‑Term Incentive: YES Benefits Eligible: YES Salary Range The expected salary range for this role is $138,207.00 - $172,758.00 per year. The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we may also consider your experience, and other job‑related factors. Footer The position offers health and welfare benefits, including but not limited to comprehensive health insurance, which includes medical, prescription drug, mental health, dental and vision coverage, as well as life insurance. Additional Information: Benefits eligible: This position offers health and welfare benefits, including but not limited to comprehensive health insurance, which includes medical, prescription drug, mental health, dental and vision coverage, as well as, life insurance; a 401(k) plan; adoption assistance program; educational assistance program; flexible ways of working; and time off policies (including sick leave, parental leave, and vacation/PTO). McDonald’s is an equal opportunity employer committed to the diversity of our workforce. We promote an inclusive work environment that creates feel‑good moments for everyone. McDonald’s provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities as part of the application or hiring process or to perform the essential functions of their job. If you need assistance accessing or reading this job posting or otherwise feel you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis. 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