Sr. Analytics Engineer

Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract.

As a company, we constantly challenge what's possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations.

The Senior Analytics Engineer will be a critical member of the Systems and Processes team (the "Spoke"), operating at the intersection of core business functions and centralized data assets. This role requires a highly proficient individual capable of not only consuming and transforming complex data but also understanding the why behind the business requests and translating those needs into robust analytical solutions.

This role ideally will be located in Normal, IL. Ok with Atlanta, GA as well. Preferbably open to moving to Normal, IL.

• Develop and Maintain Reports and Dashboards: Build, maintain, and automate descriptive reporting, dashboards, and visualizations (e.g., Tableau, Power B, Looker) that track key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational metrics for the Supply Chain Systems and Processes domain.
• Business Translation: Work directly with business stakeholders to scope analytical requests, define reporting requirements, and ensure the resulting data products accurately reflect business processes and needs.
• Data Storytelling: Present complex analytical findings clearly and concisely to non-technical stakeholders, translating data into tangible business implications and recommendations for process improvement.

• Data Consumption: Efficiently access, query, and utilize data assets provided by the central Data Hub (e.g., dbt models, data marts, centralized tables).
• Localized Transformation: Design and implement robust, version-controlled data transformation pipelines (using SQL, Python, and/or dbt) to refine, aggregate, and model data specifically for business reporting and analytical needs.
• Data Quality: Act as the first line of defense for data quality and integrity within the Business' reporting layer, collaborating with the Enterprise Data Platform team to report and resolve upstream data issues.

• Experience: 4+ years of experience in an Analytics Engineering, Business Intelligence, or Senior Data Analyst role, specifically supporting a business function (e.g., Operations, Finance, Sales).
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Information Systems, Economics, or a related degree
• Deep SQL Proficiency: Expert-level proficiency in writing complex, highly performant SQL queries for data extraction, transformation, and modeling (CTE, window functions, complex joins).
• Modern Data Platform Experience: Strong practical experience working within modern cloud data platforms such as Databricks, Snowflake, or Google BigQuery , understanding how to interact with and optimize queries against these environments.
• Data Transformation Tooling: Strong practical experience with a modern data transformation framework like dbt (data build tool) for creating version-controlled, documented, and modular data models tailored for Spoke reporting needs.
• Visualization Tools: Advanced skill in developing interactive dashboards and descriptive reports using leading BI tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Looker ).
• Hub & Spoke / Domain Expertise: Proven ability to work in a federated or hub-and-spoke data model, leveraging centralized resources for localized application.
• Business Acumen: Excellent understanding of Supply Chain and Logistics business processes and the ability to link analytical insights directly to operational outcomes and business strategy.
• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with an emphasis on translating technical work for non-technical audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Python for scripting, advanced analytics, or simple data manipulation.
• Experience with data governance and documentation practices (e.g., using a data catalog).

The salary range for this role is $98,500 - $123,100 for Illinois & Georgia based applicants. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, and organizational needs.

The successful candidate may be eligible for annual performance bonus and equity awards.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26, including but not limited to paid vacation, paid sick leave, and a competitive portfolio of insurance benefits including life, medical, dental, vision, short-term disability insurance, and long-term disability insurance to eligible employees. You may also have the opportunity to participate in Rivian's 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program if you meet certain eligibility requirements. Full-time employee coverage is effective on their first day of employment. Part-time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment. More information about benefits is available at rivianbenefits.com.

You can apply for this role through careers.rivian.com (or through internal-careers-rivian.icims.com if you are a current employee). This job is not expected to be closed any sooner than July 1st, 2026.

Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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